Dance Forms I

This course explores specific movements, styles, and social and cultural backgrounds of various dance forms. It will increase students' technical abilities as well as broaden their understanding of the history of selected dance traditions and practices throughout the world. Each semester, one to three various dance forms will be introduced. The students will be immersed in the physical characteristics of the movement aesthetics as well as the cultural context in which each dance form exists. Examples of dance forms include African, Indian, Native American, Tap, Irish, Flamenco, Kabuki, etc.