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Course: |
DAN 131
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Title: | Ballet I |
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Long Title: | Ballet I |
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Course Description: | Introduces the basic techniques of ballet, which are built upon knowledge of ballet terminology, fundamental exercises, and the basic elements of dance. Focuses on movement-oriented dance, comprised of stretching, barre warm-up exercises, simple Terre ¿ Terre and jumping steps, and basic extended positions. May be repeated for a maximum of three credits. |
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Min Credit: | 1 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Experience the importance of discipline and creativity to ballet.
II. Recognize the relationship of grace and extension to beauty and balance.
III. Respond to and use ballet terminology.
IV. Follow the fundamental exercise routine.
V. Acquire an understanding of simple ballet skills (i.e. studies in barre work, adagio, allegro.)
VI. Recognize the importance of bodily alignment to technique.
VII. Recognize the importance of coordinating arm and leg movements.
VIII. Be able to apply basic elements of line, shape, dynamics, space and time movement.
IX. Develop an understanding of the relationship of movement to music.
X Move to different rhythms.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Tradition and Ballet
A. Creativity
B. Discipline
II. Ballet Terminology and Technique
A. Vocabulary (French)
B. Exercises
C. Coordination
III. Strength, Flexibility, Endurance and Creativity
IV. Basic Elements of Ballet and Music
A. Elements: Line, Melody, Dynamics, Space, Rhythm
B. Relationships between Dance and Music
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