Modern Dance I
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Dance History
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Pre-College DanceThis course is designed to prepare the dancer who is considering major or minoring in dance at the college level. The course will stress technical ability, choreographic skills, performance, history, and dance criticism. Students will be a member of the dance ensemble which will require extra rehearsal and performances.
Jazz Dance In this class the students will explore the stylized forms of jazz dance from Broadway to Hip-Hop. Dance technique, history and composition will be covered. Students will work to develop strength, flexibility, proper alignment and musicality in this energizing course. Students who take this course are strongly encouraged, though not required, to take Modern Dance I. |
Independent StudyThis course is designed for the dedicated Dance student who has shown/expressed a deeper interest in advanced study of
Dance, Dance History, and/or Choreography. It is imperative that students enrolled in this course are self-motivated and can use class time to work independently over the course of the semester. Students will design course work defined in a contract between the student, Dance Teacher, and the Principal. Course work will include elements of research, rehearsal/production, presentation, and reflection. Course work must also include an element of cross-curricular learning. Interested students should plan in advance to ensure that their ideas and goals are clearly defined, accommodate their needs, and constitute appropriate subject matter. Contract |