Southwest Virginia Community College: Modern Dance II

Modern Dance II - DAN 260 at Southwest Virginia Community College

https://courses.vccs.edu/colleges/swcc/courses/DAN260-ModernDanceII

Effective: 2022-05-01

Course Description

Introduces principles, movement activities and language common to a variety of modern dance styles. Covers skills including self-expression, contemporary routines, dance forms, and basic choreography. Part II of II. May be repeated up to 4 times for credit.

Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.

1 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

DAN 260 encourages students to continue the guided exploration and development of an artistic and creative movement practice, via the synthesis of physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual capacities. Throughout this course, students will study principles, movement activities and language common to a variety of modern dance styles.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisite: DAN 160 skills assessment.

Course Objectives

Critical Thinking

Identify and explain how various elements of modern dance (movement sequences, proper execution, and musicality) contribute to personal growth
Identify and execute specific technical and artistic corrections given throughout the course

Communication

Effectively communicate modern dance terminology through written and oral communication

Building Blocks of Modern Technique

Improve the student's knowledge and execution of modern dance technique
Demonstrate useful anatomical principles as they pertain to efficient dance movement, injury prevention, and artistic quality
Develop physical stamina, strength, and flexibility
Demonstrate intermediate rhythm structures and patterns
Expand spatial patterns
Develop increased drive through space
Show ability to sense weight
Improve coordination, articulation, and musicality
Expand artistic expression through the development of performance skills

Major Topics to be Included

Building Blocks of Modern Technique
Artistry and Musicality

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