2008-2009 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

DNCE - Dance

101 Dance Appreciation
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IVA
No credit if taken after KINS 195
An introduction to the intellectual frameworks for viewing, creating, and performing dances. An overview of historically significant dance forms, the cultural differences in world dance, and the purpose of dance in society.

110 Ballet I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 201
Course may be taken 2 times
An introduction to ballet technique with an emphasis on barre and center work. An overview of the history of ballet and the basic elements of choreography and performance.

112 Modern Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 200
Course may be taken 2 times
A course in beginning modern technique with an emphasis on Bartenief Fundamentals. A survey of the prime movers in modern dance and their choreographic approaches.

114 Jazz Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 202
Course may be taken 2 times
A course in beginning jazz technique with an emphasis on classical Afro-European forms. A survey of early jazz choreographers and their choreographic styles.

116 Tap Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 203
Course may be taken 2 times
A course in beginning tap technique with an emphasis on buck tap. A survey of the history of tap dance and the contributions of early tap masters.

310 Ballet II
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
P: DNCE 110 or audition
No credit if taken after KINS 206
Course may be taken 2 times
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced ballet technique with an emphasis on connecting movements. A further survey of historically significant ballets and their choreographic conventions.

312 Modern Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
P: DNCE 112 or audition
No credit if taken after KINS 205
Course may be taken 2 times
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced modern technique with emphases on falls, recovery, and elevations. A survey of post-modern and avante garde choreographers and choreographic approaches.

314 Jazz Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
P: DNCE 114 or audition
No credit if taken after KINS 207
Course may be taken 2 times
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced jazz technique with an emphasis on turns, jumps, and dance sequences. An exploration of later stylistic developments in jazz dance.

316 Tap Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
P: DNCE 116 or audition
No credit if taken after KINS 209
Course may be taken 2 times
Instructor approval required
A course in intermediate/advanced tap technique with an emphasis on rhythm tap. An exploration of stylistic developments in tap dance.

395 Directed Studies
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
Audit enrollment not allowed
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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An individually arranged course for serious students of dance involving research, choreography, and/or scholarly activity under the direction of a faculty member.

420 Dance Composition and Performance
3 crs (1-2). Sp.
Not for GE
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
No credit if taken after KINS 319
Minimum junior standing
Instructor approval required
A course for serious students of dance exploring compositional forms, elements of choreography and artistic design, staging, accompaniment, and the rehearsal and promotion of dance.

497 Dance Recital
1 cr. F, Sp.
Not for GE; CP
P: DNCE 420
P: Limited to dance minors
Instructor approval required
The recital is a capstone experience in dance performance and choreography. The student presents a showcase of work to highlight his or her achievements across the four studio genres.

499 Independent Study
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
Audit enrollment not allowed
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
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An individually arranged course for serious students of dance involving research, choreography, and/or scholarly activity culminating in a quality research document or report.