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Modern Jazz Dance IV
Course: DAN236

First Term: 2011 Spring
Lec + Lab   1 Credit(s)   3 Period(s)   2.4 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S


Description: Theory and practice of modern jazz dance at the intermediate level. Development of movement quality and performance skills.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply the theory of contraction and release at the intermediate level. (I)
2. Demonstrate correct placement and alignment for dance at the intermediate level. (I, II)
3. Apply basic modern jazz dance technique, theories, and styles at the intermediate level. (I, II, III, IV)
4. Utilize the theory of the body`s relationship to gravity and the center of gravity used in modern jazz dance at the intermediate level. (I, II, III, IV, V)
5. Perform basic locomotor and axial movements in the center and across the floor at the intermediate level. (II, III)
6. Practice the basic elements of dance: space, time, and energy with particular attention to rhythm and syncopation at the intermediate level. (IV)
7. Practice basic rhythmic analysis and the impact of polyrhythms and syncopation on modern jazz dance at the intermediate level. (IV)
8. Utilize technical skills, theories and style in improvisation and performance at the intermediate level. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Floor Work
   A. Placement and centering
   B. Stretching techniques
      1. Various types of stretches
      2. Theories of stretching
   C. Floor positions
   D. Isolations
   E. Upper body designs
   F. High release
   G. Contraction
II. Standing and Centerfloor Work
   A. Placement and centering
   B. Positions of the feet
   C. Positions of the arms
   D. Torso work
   E. Leg and foot work
   F. Axial work
III. Locomotor Work
   A. Advanced movements
   B. Intricate combinations
   C. Turns
IV. Elements
   A. Energy
   B. Space
   C. Time
V. Developing the Craft
   A. Dynamics
   B. Stage directions
   C. Performance skills
   D. Improvisational skills
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  12/14/2010

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