Students study the history, purpose, and tradition of the dances. The course may specialize in one tradition, such as Folklorico. Students explore elements and principles of dance alone and in relation to specific dance forms. This course is for the highly motivated student interested in the serious study of dance technique and history. It may develop dance technique in a small group situation for students with prior dance experience.
Participation requires audition, and emphasizes performance.
The course includes application of the elements and principles of dance, a study of historical and contemporary dance from a world-wide perspective, and instruction in the critique process. The course concentrates on improving techniques and may offer or require choreographic and evaluation experiences. This course may specialize in one or more specific dance forms, such as tap, jazz, ethnic dance, ballet, or modern dance. Emphasis is on acquisition of technique, or on choreography, expression, appreciation of dance as an art form, ability to work in a group, or performance experience. The course includes application of the elements and principles of dance, a study of historical and contemporary dance from a world-wide perspective, and instruction in the critique process.