It reflects changes that have been approved but are not yet in effect. Lectures and discussions on anatomy, body alignment, and dance as art for the lay dance community. Introduction to ballet and modern dance vocabulary with concentration on basic motor skills, skips hops, triplets, prances, leaps and variations to develop coordination. DANC 138 permission of instructor A continuation of DANC138 with continued emphasis on flexibility and strength while attempting more difficult dance combinations. Course consists of understanding rhythm, musicality, and style.
Course also includes exercises developing isolation of body movement and body strength.
A concurrent enrollment in DANC 138 is strongly recommended. A continuation of DANC 148 with further emphasis on strength and style. The student learns short movement phrases and begins to build these into longer movement patterns. Tap shoes required. A course for students who have had previous training in dance.