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DANCE (DNC)
100. Looking at Dance (3) I Origins of dance as human expression in ritual, social, and theatrical context. Twentieth century developments in ballet, modern dance, movie, and show dancing. Open to non-dance majors only. Tier 2 - Arts
112A. Introduction to Ballet (1) Tier 2 - Arts
112B. Ballet for Beginners with Limited Experience (1) P, DNC 112A. Tier 2 - Arts
112C. Intermediate Ballet (2) Tier 2 - Arts
143. Improvisation (1) II Improvisation for non-majors and those students in education desiring certification for teaching dance K-12. Tier 2 - Arts
144A. Introduction to Jazz Dance (2) [Rpt./ 2 units] I II Tier 2 - Arts
144B. Jazz Dance for Beginners with Limited Experience (1) [Rpt./ 1] I II Tier 2 - Arts
144C. Intermediate Jazz Dance (2) [Rpt./ 1] Tier 2 - Arts
145. Beginning Improvisation for Dance Majors (1) I Introduction to principles of improvisation, utilizing basic elements of movement, movement qualities, spatial awareness, vocabulary development and spontaneous creative decision making. P, enrollment by audition only.
152A. Beginning Modern Dance (1) Tier 2 - Arts
152B. Modern Dance for Beginners with Limited Experience (1) P, DNC 152A. Tier 2 - Arts
152C. Intermediate Modern Dance (2) Tier 2 - Arts
175. Theatre Dance (1) Jazz movement styles for the beginning dancer; basic steps, phrases, and performing techniques for musical comedy and media dance entertainment. Tier 2 - Arts
176A. Introduction to Tap Dance (1) I Tier 2 - Arts
176B. Tap Dance for Beginners with Limited Experience (1) [Rpt./ 1] II Tap dance basic skills and new rhythmic challenges incorporated to advance the beginner to a higher performance level. Explores a variety of music styles. P, DNC 176A or enrollment by audition only. Tier 2 - Arts
200. History of Dance (3) II History of dance in western civilization from ancient Egypt to the present. Tier 2 - Arts
201A. Beginning Alignment-Floor Barre (1) [Rpt./ 3] I
239A. Beginning Ballet Pointe (1) [Rpt./ 1] I Strength, stretch, and placement techniques for the beginning student on pointe; barre and center practice. P or CR, DNC 240A or DNC 240B or higher level ballet technique. Enrollment by audition only.
239B. Beginning Ballet Pointe (1) [Rpt./ 1] I II Strength, stretch, and placement techniques for thebeginning student on pointe; barre and center practice. P, DNC 240A or DNC 240B or higher level ballet technique. Enrollment by audition only.
240A. Ballet Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] I P or CR, DNC 201, enrollment by audition only,.
240B. Ballet Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] I II P or CR, DNC 201. 240A is prerequisite to DNC 240B. Enrollment by audition only.
241A. Modern Dance Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] I Foundational studies of human movement as an art form, with focus on developing strength, flexibility and coordination. P, enrollment by audition only.
241B. Modern Dance Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] II Foundational studies of human movement as an art form, with focus on developing strength, flexibility and coordination. P, enrollment by audition only.
243. Creating with Movement and Rhythms (2) II Develops analytical and technical skills that support the student in becoming an interpreter of movement and its relationships to sound. P, 240A or DNC 241A or DNC 244A; DNC 145.
244A. Jazz Dance Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] I P, enrollment by audition only.
244B. Jazz Dance Technique I (2) [Rpt./ 1] I II P, enrollment by audition only.
245A. Basic Choreography (2) II Study of the elements of time, space, and energy; basic concepts of phrasing and structure leading to dance composition. P, DNC 143.
245B. Basic Choreography (2) I Study of the elements of time, space, and energy; basic concepts of phrasing and structure leading to dance composition. P, DNC 143.
276A. Intermediate Tap Dance (2) [Rpt./ 1] I Expanding fundamental tap technique with a variety of musical styles and rhythmic applications, intermediate tap dance will emphasize basic tap steps and how those basics can augment advanced skills and techniques. P, enrollment by audition only. Tier 2 - Arts
276B. Intermediate Tap Dance (2) [Rpt./ 1] II Expanding fundamental tap technique with a variety of musical styles and rhythmic applications, intermediate tap dance will emphasize basic tap steps and how those basics can augment advanced skills and techniques. P, enrollment by audition only. Tier 2 - Arts
291. Preceptorship
a. Dance Production (1-3) [Rpt./ 12 units] I II
294. Practicum (1) [Rpt./] I
302. Dance Injury Prevention (1) I II Causes, treatment methods, and prevention of dance related injuries. Emphasis on understanding anatomically sound methods of dance training for injury prevention.
340A. Ballet Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 2] I P, DNC 240B, enrollment by audition only.
340B. Ballet Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 2] I II P, DNC 240B, enrollment by audition only.
341A. Modern Dance Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 2] I P, DNC 241B, enrollment by audition only.
341B. Modern Dance Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 2] II P, DNC 241B, enrollment by audition only.
343. Dance Ensemble (1-3) [Rpt./ 24 units] I II Production preparation, rehearsal methods, repertorial development, and performance of dance, with particular emphasis on ensemble. P, enrollment by audition only.
344A. Jazz Dance Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 1] I Continued development of jazz dance technique emphasizing stylistic diversity, including contemporary, lyric, funky and classical jazz. P, enrollment by audition only.
344B. Jazz Dance Technique II (2) [Rpt./ 1] II Continued development of jazz dance technique emphasizing stylistic diversity, including contemporary, lyric, funky and classical jazz. P, enrollment by audition only.
376. Advanced Tap Dance Technique (2) [Rpt./ 3] I II Advanced tap technique is structured with the knowledge of basic tap vocabulary and then expanded to include varied rhythmic and advanced technique skills. Explores a wide variety of musical styles P, DNC 276, enrollment by audition only.
391. Preceptorship (3) [Rpt./] I
394. Practicum
a. Dance Project (1) [Rpt./] I II 3L
b. Production Project (1) [Rpt./] I II P, DNC 445.
399. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
399H. Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
400. Dance and Culture (3) [Rpt./] II CDT Course surveys dance forms in various cultures of the world. The course combines elements of the disciplines of history and ethnology as it focuses on the evolution of dance forms and their derivative styles in social context. Field trips. Fee. P, TRAD 102 or TRAD 103; DNC 200 or equivalent; MUS or T AR history course. May be convened with DNC 500. Honors section available.
400H. Dance and Culture (3) [Rpt./] II CDT Course surveys dance forms in various cultures of the world. The course combines elements of the disciplines of history and ethnology as it focuses on the evolution of dance forms and their derivative styles in social context. Field trips. Fee. P, TRAD 102 or TRAD 103; DNC 200 or equivalent; MUS or T AR history course. Open to honors students only.
401. Advanced Floor Barre (1) [Rpt./ 3] I II Develops deep strength, flexibility and alignment specific to all forms of dance. Building on the concepts presented in 201, this course is geared to the more advanced student, presenting exercises that are more rigorous and complex in nature. P, DNC 201. May be convened with DNC 501.
439A. Advanced Pointe Technique (1) [Rpt./ 3] I Barre work; continuing development of strength, speed, and stamina. Introduction of advanced barre combinations. Center work; allegro en pointe, also adagio, and pirouettes and consecutive turns. P, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 539A.
439B. Advanced Pointe Technique (1) [Rpt./ 3] II Continuation of 439A with increasing difficulty and complexity in the enchainments. P, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 539B.
440A. Ballet Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] I P, DNC 340B, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 540A.
440B. Ballet Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] II P, DNC 340B, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 540B.
441A. Modern Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] I P, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 541A.
441B. Modern Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] II P, enrollment by audition only. May be convened with DNC 541B.
444A. Jazz Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] I Continued development of jazz dance technique emphasizing stylistic diversity and technical proficiency including contemporary, lyric, funky and classical jazz styles. P, DNC 244A, DNC 244B, DNC 344A, DNC 344B or by audition. May be convened with DNC 544A.
444B. Jazz Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] II Continued development of jazz dance technique emphasizing stylistic diversity and technical proficiency including contemporary, lyric, funky and classical jazz styles. P, DNC 244A, DNC 244B, DNC 344A, DNC 344B or by audition. May be convened with DNC 544B.
445A. Advanced Choreography (2) I Movement, motif development for solo and group composition. 4S. P, DNC 245B. May be convened with DNC 545A.
445B. Advanced Choreography (2) II Balancing the intuitive and intellectual components of the creative process to create meaningful and well-crafted dances. 4S. P, DNC 245B. May be convened with DNC 545B.
446. Careers in Dance (3) II Develops knowledge and skills for management, and pursuit of professional careers in dance. P, consent of instructor for non-majors.
448. Dynamics of Movement (3) [Rpt./ 1] S Experiential approach to movement training and analysis based on anatomical and psychological principles, including movement, voice, guided imagery, lecture and hands-on practice. May be convened with DNC 548.
451B. Ballet Repertoire (2) [Rpt./ 5] I Repertoire from romantic, classical and contemporary ballets including works by Bournonville, Petipa, Ashton, Balanchine, Christensen and others. 1R, 3S. P, DNC 340 or enrollment by audition. May be convened with DNC 551B.
455. Biomechanics for Dancers (3) II Study of the human body in its relation to the environment and, in particular, as the medium for dance. Topics include: comparative and developmental anatomy, musculoskeletal system and Newtonian physics, the mechanism of muscular contraction, somatics. P, DNC 145, DNC 241A.
462. Collaborative Play Development (3) [Rpt./ 1] II (Identical with T AR 462, which is home). May be convened with DNC 562.
491. Preceptorship (1-3)
493. Internship (1-3) [Rpt./]
494. Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./] I II
495. Colloquium
a. Teaching Methods for Dance (3) I P, intermediate level ballet, jazz, or modern dance techniques. (Identical with T AR 495A). May be convened with DNC 595A.
b. Teaching Methods in Dance - Grades K-12 (3) II S P, DNC 143, DNC 259, at least 11 units of dance technique; DNC 100 or DNC 370. May be convened with DNC 595B.
496. Seminar
b. Critical Issues (2) [Rpt./ 1] II S P, junior status. May be convened with DNC 596B.
e. Seminar in Music and Dance Collaborations (2) [Rpt./] I (Identical with MUS 496E). May be convened with 596E.
498. Senior Capstone (1-3) I II
499. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
499H. Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]
500. Dance and Culture (3) [Rpt./] II For a description of course topics see DNC 400. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper. May be convened with DNC 400.
501. Advanced Floor Barre (1) [Rpt./ 3] I II For a description of course topics see DNC 401. Graduate-level requirements include additional written assignments. May be convened with DNC 401.
539A. Advanced Pointe Technique (1) [Rpt./ 3] I For a description of course topics see DNC 439A. Graduate-level requirements include completion of additional exercises. May be convened with DNC 439A.
539B. Advanced Pointe Technique (1) [Rpt./ 3] II For a description of course topics see DNC 439B. Graduate-level requirements include completion of additional exercises. May be convened with DNC 439B.
540A. Ballet Technique III (2-3) [Rpt./ 12 units] I For a description of course topics see DNC 440A. Graduate-level requirements include an additional creative and/or research project. May be convened with DNC 440A.
540B. Ballet Technique III (2-3) [Rpt./ 12 units] II For a description of course topics see DNC 440B. Graduate-level requirements include an additional creative and/or research project. May be convened with DNC 440B.
541A. Modern Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 1] I For a description of course topics see DNC 441A. Graduate-level requirements include an additional creative and/or research project. By audition only. May be convened with DNC 441A.
541B. Modern Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 1] II For a description of course topics see DNC 441B. Graduate-level requirements include an additional creative and/or research project. By audition only. May be convened with DNC 441B.
543. Dance Ensemble (1-3) [Rpt./ 18 units] I II Rehearsal methods, repertorial development, and performance of dance with particular emphasis on ensemble. P, repertory audition, intermediate level in modern and ballet (DNC 340A-340B or DNC 341A-341B).
544A. Jazz Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] I For a description of course topics see DNC 444A. For description of course topics see 444a. Graduate-level requirements include more stringent grading criteria and periodic seminars in critical issues in advanced jazz. May be convened with DNC 444A.
544B. Jazz Dance Technique III (2) [Rpt./ 3] II For a description of course topics see DNC 444B. For description of course topics see 444b. Graduate-level requirements include more stringent grading criteria and periodic seminars in critical issues in advanced jazz. May be convened with DNC 444B.
545A. Advanced Choreography (2) I For a description of course topics see DNC 445A. Graduate-level requirements include completion of a full-scale group composition, which will be evaluated by the dance faculty. May be convened with DNC 445A.
545B. Advanced Choreography (2) II For a description of course topics see DNC 445B. Graduate-level requirements include completion of a full-scale group composition, which will be evaluated by the dance faculty. May be convened with DNC 445B.
546. Careers in Dance (3) II Knowledge and skills to manage and pursue professional careers in dance. (Identical with T AR 546).
548. Dynamics of Movement (3) [Rpt./ 1] S For a description of course topics see DNC 448. For a description of course topics see 448. Graduate-level requirements include additional outside class reading and written assignments. May be convened with DNC 448.
550. Literary Resources for Choreography (3) [Rpt./ 1] II Studies in primary world literature, in drama, and in psychology of personages as sources for choreographic themes; presentation of motifs and scenario. 6 S. P, DNC 445. (Identical with T AR 550).
551A. Ballet Repertoire (2) [Rpt./ 5] II For a description of course topics see 451b. Graduate-level requirements include performance of classical repertory at the professional level.
551B. Ballet Repertoire (2) [Rpt./ 5] I For a description of course topics see DNC 451B. Graduate-level requirements include performance of classical repertory at the professional level. May be convened with DNC 451B.
562. Collaborative Play Development (3) II (Identical with T AR 562, which is home). May be convened with DNC 462.
591. Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]
594. Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./] I II
595. Colloquium
a. Teaching Methods for Dance (3) I For a description of course topics see DNC 495A. P, intermediate level ballet, jazz, or modern dance techniques. (Identical with T AR 595A). May be convened with DNC 495A.
b. Teaching Methods in Dance -Grades K-12 (3) II S For a description of course topics see DNC 495B. May be convened with DNC 495B.
596. Seminar
a. Critical Issues in Dance (2-3) [Rpt./ 6 units] I II P, graduate status.
b. Critical Issues (2) [Rpt./ 1] II S For a description of course topics see
DNC 496B. May be convened with DNC 496B.
e. Seminar in Music and Dance Collaborations (2) [Rpt./] I (Identical with music 496e). May be convened with 496e.
599. Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./] II
694. Practicum
a. Concert Production and Choreography (1-4) [Rpt./ 12 units] I II
696. Seminar
a. Graduate Forum (1) [Rpt./ 4 units] P, graduate status.
900. Research (1-9) I II
930. Supplementary Registration (1-9) [Rpt./] I II