A brief introduction to the history of ballet dance in the U.S. is included through video viewings and readings. Concert attendance and a limited number of reaction papers are required. A general category used only in the evaluation of transfer credit. In this more advanced class, the guest instructor will assume students will be able to assimilate physical information more quickly. Consequently, this course will cover these forms in greater detail and with greater depth in the same amount of time.
Course work includes instruction in technique, outside readings, and performance observation.
This course offers students a heightened movement experience with greater emphasis on technical development and aspects of performance. Exercises emphasizing placement, flexibility and strength are taught, with specific attention given to gravity, transition, phrasing and movement of the torso and limbs in opposition and harmony. Permission of instructor required. Primarily a continuation of Dance 142-Beginning Ballet Technique, a certain amount of review of the basic work precedes the study of a greater variety of simple steps. The level of technique expands to include longer, more controlled adagios, more variety of turns, effort to improve elevation and extension, and a development of port de bras in relationship to carriage and performance.