D 260 Group Choreography

Group choreography tools and techniques are learned and applied. Emphasis is placed on dynamics, spatial relationship, clarity and form. Students learn to articulate personal responses to choreographic projects while exploring individual creativity. Contents and expected learning proficiencies of this course vary from term to term. May be repeated up to 12 total credits.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

D 257 and D 160 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Create a dance phrase or movement motif as thematic material for group choreography
2. Identify and demonstrate manipulative devices in creating variations of dance themes for group works
3. Demonstrate improvisation skills and ability to design improvisation structures for a group
4. List and explain the elements of dance movement as an expressive form such as body, dynamics, shape and space