D 178 Contemporary Dance 2

This intermediate level class accommodates the pre-major and non-major student. Students further develop their awareness of modern dance technique and vocabulary. Training continues with movements that incorporate: three-dimensional use of the spine and torso, joint articulation and mobility, core strength, expressivity and spatial awareness. Given realistic progressive development, students will repeat this level for a full year. Contents and expected learning proficiencies of this course vary from term to term. May be repeated up to 12 total credits.

Credits

2

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Efficient alignment
2. Articulation of hip-joint and feet
3. Placement and mobility of the scapula and arms in weight support and port de bra
4. Mobility of the spine and head-tail connection and ability to move in various spatial directions
5. Ability to remember and perform short movement phrases
6. Ability to release weight and to actively move body weight in and out of the floor
7. Demonstration of the center versus off-center movement and weight shifts
8. Explorations in modern dance concepts: space dynamics, rhythm, and improvisational structures