MCCCD Program Description

Choreography I

Course: DAN264

First Term: 1998 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 3 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Study of basic dance choreography to include construction of a phrase, structure and form in a composition, and the basic elements of time, space and energy

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic elements of dance as they relate to choreography. (I) 2. Create a movement phrase. (II) 3. Demonstrate relationship of music compositional forms to choreography. (III) 4. Construct a solo dance. (IV) 5. Construct a group dance. (IV) 6. Analyze the effectiveness of choreography. (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. Exploring the Basic Elements of Dance A. Space B. Time C. Energy II. Building a Movement Phrase A. Beginning B. Developing the material C. End III. Music Compositional Forms Relating to Dance A. Two part B. ABA C. Canon D. Fugue E. Theme and Variation F. Rhondo G. Ground Base H. Accumulative rhythm IV. Constructing a Dance A. Solo B. Group V. Analyzing the Effectiveness of Choreography A Intent vs. outcome B. Clarity of statement C. Opportunity for improvement

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/24/1998

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