Dance Courses

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DANC 105 (1)
Yoga
An introduction to Hatha Yoga; working with breath, flexibility and strength. Offered alternate years. This course may be counted toward the major in dance, but it may not be counted toward the minor in dance. IV3

DANC 107 (1)
Beginning Ballet
Beginning technique in ballet. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 109 (1)
Beginning Jazz
Beginning technique in jazz dance. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 111 (1)
Beginning Modern Dance
Beginning technique in modern dance. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 205 (1)
Yoga II
Further study in Hatha Yoga; working with breath, flexibility, and strength. May be counted toward the major in dance, but not toward the minor in dance. IV3

DANC 207 (1)
Intermediate Ballet
Intermediate technique in ballet. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 209 (1)
Intermediate Jazz
Intermediate technique in jazz dance. May be repeated for credit.

DANC 211 (1)
Intermediate Modern Dance
Intermediate technique in modern dance. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 221 (3)
Dance History I
This course covers the history of dance from prehistory to 1830 and dance in world cultures. It focuses extensively on dance in non-Western societies including Japan, China, Pacific Islands, India, Africa, aboriginal Australia, South America, Native America, early Egypt and prehistoric Europe. It includes dance in Greece, Rome, medieval, Renaissance and the early romantic period in Europe. One field trip to see Native American dancers. Offered alternate years. V4, V6

DANC 222 (3)
Dance History II
The course covers the history of dance from 1830 to the present. Romantic Ballet through Post Modern Dance is examined through historic and contemporary texts, film and video. Offered alternate years. V1, V6

DANC 223 (3)
Introduction to Dance Composition I
Basic elements of dance composition, analyses of rhythmic movement in terms of space, time and force. Emphasis on theme and development and on enlarging personal movement vocabulary. V6b

DANC 224 (3)
Introduction to Dance Composition II
Further development of the techniques and concepts introduced in DANC 223. V6b

DANC 261 (1)
Directed Study
The study of introductory level material by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.

DANC 301 (3)
Intermediate Dance Composition I
Lectures and studio work in principles of movement as related to performing techniques. Experimentation with different contemporary points of view. Solo and small group compositions. V6b

DANC 302 (3)
Intermediate Dance Composition II
Further development of the techniques and concepts introduced in DANC 301. V6b

DANC 311 (2)
Advanced Modern Dance Technique
Concentrated work in dance technique on the performance level. May be repeated for credit. IV3, V6

DANC 341 (3)
Methods of Teaching Creative Movement and Dance
Curriculum, principles and methods of teaching creative movement and dance in the elementary school. Topics include lesson planning, classroom management, spatial perceptions and movement characteristics of the child through adolescence, including the handicapped and learning disabled. Includes historical perspectives on movement and dance education. Offered alternate years. IIIO

DANC 351 (3)
Anatomy and Kinesiology
This course covers the systematic study of skeletal and muscular systems of the human body, with anatomical analysis of basic movement patterns. It offers an introduction to somatic techniques to help develop more efficient use of the body. Lectures and laboratory. Offered alternate years.

DANC 361 (1)
Special Study
Study projects in group choreography, dance production and in dance-related areas such as anatomy, kinesiology, methods of teaching, history and music.

DANC 377 (1)
Internship

DANC 461 (.5)
Independent Study
Pursuit of an upper level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.

DANC 463 (3)
Senior Project
An independent project for the senior dance major resulting in the presentation of a recital and paper.

DANC 467 (3)
Aesthetics Dance Criticism
Critical study of dance works of major choreographers in different dance styles; how technique and subject, form and content converge in dance works. Visiting lecturers in philosophy and criticism. Viewing of dance films, videos and dance performances. Offered alternate years. IIIW