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Continued exploration of a wide range of contemporary dance aesthetics and movement principles. Course content will vary by instructor.

Continuation of the classical ballet technique at the intermediate level, with attention to the execution and mastery of the classical movement repertoire. The course focuses on adagio, allegro, and center floor work, as well as on the performance aspect of this discipline. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course explores styles in jazz technique (e.g., Luigi, Giordana, Fosse) at the intermediate level. Emphasis will be on proper technique and performance, as well as vocabulary, and history. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course explores styles of tap dance technique at the intermediate level. Emphasis will be on proper technique and performance, as well as vocabulary, and history. May be repeated twice for credit.

An introductory course in the structure and design of African and Caribbean dance techniques. This course will illustrate the linkage between African and Afro-American dance, music, and rhythmic styles. May be repeated twice for credit.

The course involves creative movement problem-solving through the study of basic elements in dance and choreography. Attendance at some campus productions is required. May be repeated twice for credit.

Designed to develop proficiency in dance performance through the rehearsal and presentation of various dance forms. At least one departmental concert is presented annually. Admission is by permission of instructor following audition. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 8 semester hours. Student must also be registered in a Dance Technique class (Ballet, Modern Jazz, or Tap).

Designed to develop proficiency in dance performance through the presentation of various dance forms choreographed by invited guest artists. (At least one departmental concert is presented annually.) Admission is by permission of instructor following audition. May be repeated for a maximum of eight credit hours.

A study of the sensory, skeletal, and muscular structures of the dancer's body, and their use in the development of dance technique. Particular attention is given to the student's understanding of their own structural attributes, and prevention of injury. Alternative training methods will also be explored.

An introduction to the content and structure of solo dance composition as an art form. Improvisation and compositional devices including rhythm, dynamics, space, design, phrasing, and production are covered.