JAN 106-01 - Dance is for Everyone: Beginning Dance and Choreography

Level:  100-level

Course Times:  12:00pm - 2:40pm

Course Materials Fee:  $100

Instructor(s):  Dana Lawton   

Email:  dlawton@stmarys-ca.edu

This course delves deeply into exploring the art of choreography and the training of the dancer. The dance technique portion of the class will develop strength, musicality, and performance skills. The term “modern dance” incorporates many styles of dance, specifically ballet, jazz, and historical forms of codified modern technique. As a class, we will focus on body placement and alignment to help you understand your own body and move more effectively. We will also work on your performance and focus as a dancer, which is an integral part of moving. You will have a strong understanding of technique and a beautiful performance quality when you finish this class.

In order for this to happen, you need to be in class every day, ready and willing to work, and must be open to taking and assimilating corrections. Dance class can be a positive experience. If we agree to work together on learning and dancing, we will have a great term.

The choreographic portion of the class will entail the development of a dance from beginning to end. Group discussions will assist in aiding the choreographer toward personal insight and reflection when making choreographic choices. An informal showing of final work is scheduled for the final day of Jan Term.

Prerequisites & Notes
None

Credits: 3