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2020-2021 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Dance (DANC) Courses
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Dance
Dance
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DANC 100 - Orientation to Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance majors; Pre-majors.
Corequisites: Enrollment in at least one GE Foundation.
Introduction to University and Department resources, information literacy, student success skills, personal and educational sustainability strategies, and the field of dance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour Lecture Discussion and 1 hour Arts Activity) -
DANC 101 - Introduction to Modern Dance
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): One GE Foundation course.
Exploration of modern dance concert dance art form through the study of its aesthetic principles and characteristics. Lectures and video viewing identify major choreographers, performers, choreographic works, and historical development; movement sessions explore elementary exercises in modern dance technique.
Both grading options. -
DANC 102 - Introduction to Ballet
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): One GE Foundation Course.
Exploration of ballet as concert dance art form through the study of its aesthetic principles and characteristics. Lectures and video viewing identify major choreographers, performers, choreographic works, and historical development; movement sessions explore elementary exercises in ballet technique.
Both grading options. -
DANC 103 - Introduction to Jazz
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): One GE Foundation Course.
Introduction to jazz dance as concert and entertainment art form through the study of its aesthetic principles and characteristics. Lectures and video viewing identify major choreographers, performers, choreographic works, and historical development; movement sessions explore elementary exercises in jazz technique.
Both grading options. -
DANC 104 - Introduction to Tap
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): One GE Foundation course.
Introduction to tap as concert and entertainment art form through the study of its aesthetic principles and characteristics. Lectures and video viewing identify major choreographers, performers, choreographic works, and historical development; movement sessions explore elementary exercises in tap technique.
Both grading options. -
DANC 106 - African Dance
(2 units)
Basic skills and technique in African dance designed to incorporate its role in African culture.
Both grading options. (1 hour discussion, 2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 107 - Introduction to Hip Hop Dance
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): One GE Foundation course.
Exploration of the development of hip hop dance through study of aesthetic principles and social context. Lectures, screenings, and movement sessions.
Both grading options. -
DANC 109 - Hip-Hop I
(2 units)
Beginning skills and technique in the styles of Hip-Hop dance.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 110 - Viewing Dance
(3 units)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: One GE Foundation course.
Introduction to contemporary dance theater through viewing dance films (modern dance, ballet and ethnic), dance performances, and lecture/discussions on dance.
Both grading options. -
DANC 111A - Beginning Modern Dance
(2 units)
Basic skills and techniques in modern dance.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). Not open to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 111B - Beginning Modern Dance
(2 units)
Continuing beginning skills and techniques in modern dance.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). Not open to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 112A - Intermediate Modern Dance
(2 units)
Low intermediate skill and techniques in modern dance.Placement screening is required.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). Open to non-majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 112B - Intermediate Modern Dance
(2 units)
Intermediate skill and techniques in modern dance. Placement screening is required.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). Open to non-majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 113A - Beginning Ballet
(2 units)
Basic skills and techniques in ballet.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). Not open to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 113B - Beginning Ballet
(2 units)
Continuing beginning skills and techniques in ballet.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). Not open to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 114A - Intermediate Ballet
(2 units)
Low intermediate skill and techniques in ballet. Placement screening is required.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). Open to nonmajors. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 114B - Intermediate Ballet
(2 units)
Intermediate skill and techniques in ballet. Placement screening is required.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). Open to nonmajors. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 115 - Beginning Jazz
(2 units)
Basic skills and techniques of jazz.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). Not open for credit to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 116 - Jazz I
(2 units)
Intermediate theory and practice of jazz dance. Placement screening is required.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 117 - Beginning Tap Technique
(2 units)
Basic technique in the tap dance idiom, time steps, stylistic patterns, rhythmic patterns and tap combinations.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 119 - Dance Activity I
(1-2 units)
Basic skills and techniques in ballet, jazz, or modern dance technique.
Both grading options. (2-4 hours studio). Not open for credit to dance majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 120 - Introduction to Dancemaking
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Dance Majors/Pre-majors, or Dance Minors who have DANC 112A , DANC 112B , or DANC 152 .
Introduction to theory and practice of dancemaking; covers basic elements of dance composition, improvisational practices, and music and dance relationships.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). -
DANC 131 - Introduction to Music for Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): Dance Major
Basic music notation, simple and complex rhythmic patterns, poly-rhythms, skill in the use of percussion instruments and a brief survey of the historical periods of music for dance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). -
DANC 152 - Modern Technique I
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major, Dance Pre-major, or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skill in modern dance technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 154 - Ballet Technique I
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major, Dance Pre-major, or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skill in ballet technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 161 - Body Awareness and Conditioning for Dancers
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major or Dance Pre-major.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: One GE Foundation course.
Overview of physiological and psychological practices to support dancer health and wellness.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). -
DANC 180 - Dance Performance
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: Dance major or Dance Pre-major.
Participation in dance productions.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 181 - Dance Production Technical
(1 unit)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): Dance major or Pre-major; DANC 182 .
Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 182 - Introduction to Dance Production
(2 units)
Prerequisite: Dance major or Dance Pre-major.
Introduction to the technical aspects of dancemaking, including basic elements of lighting, costuming, wardrobe, stage managing, sound and stage technology.
Letter Grade only (A-F) (4 studio hours) Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 200 - Ballet History in Western Culture
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Any GE Foundation Course.
Historical survey of the cultural development of ballet from the Renaissance to the early 20th century in Europe and Russia, and until 1950 in the United States.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture). -
DANC 205 - Introduction to Dance History
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Dance majors, Pre-majors or Dance minors who have completed DANC 110 and DANC 120, or consent of instructor.
Introduction to field of dance history, emphasis on cultural and choreographic analysis of dance through viewing, critical reading, archival research, and writing.
Letter Grade Only (A-F). (3 hours Seminar) Not repeatable for credit. -
DANC 209 - Hip Hop II
(2 units)
Intermediate skill and technique in the styles of Hip Hop Dance. Placement screening is required.
Dance majors, Dance Pre-majors and Dance minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 210 - Dances of Africa and the African Diaspora I
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): DANC 106 or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skills and technique in African and/or African Diasporic dance forms and related rhythmic structures as rooted in their cultural context.
Dance majors/minor must take for a letter grade.
Letter grade (A-F) or Credit/No Credit (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 214 - Ballet Pointe
(1 unit)
Development of the technique of dancing in pointe shoes. Placement screening is required.
Both grading options. (2 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 216 - Jazz II
(2 units)
Intermediate/advanced theory and practice of jazz dance. Placement screening is required.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 217 - Intermediate Tap Technique
(2 units)
Intermediate skills in tap technique concentrating on rhythmic complexity, heightened tempos, and contemporary tap styles. Placement screening is required.
Both grading options. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 220 - Dance Composition I
(3 units)
Prerequisites: DANC 120 .
Theory and practice in the basic elements of dance composition.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 252 - Modern Technique II
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major, Dance pre-major, or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skill in modern dance technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 254 - Ballet Technique II
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major, Dance pre-major, or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skill in ballet technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 260 - Functional Anatomy for the Dancer
(3 units)
Prerequisites: DANC 161 or consent of the instructor.
A thorough examination of major muscles, bones and joints as they relate to human movement. Performance of anatomical analyses of common conditioning exercises and key dance movements.
Letter grade only (A-F). -
DANC 261 - Anatomy with Clay Laboratory
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: DANC 161 or consent of the instructor.
Corequisites: DANC 260 or consent of the instructor.
Incorporates rendering muscles on manikens® with clay (user of Anatomy in Clay Learning Systems®) to aid in developing a three dimensional understanding of the location and actions of musculature vital for human movement.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lab). -
DANC 295 - Repertory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major.
Experience in rehearsal and performance practice in an intensive format.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 309 - Hip Hop III
(2 units)
Prerequisites: DANC 209 or consent of instructor. Placement screening required.
Advanced skill and techniques in hip hop dance.
Dance majors/minor must take for a letter grade.
Letter Grade (A-F) or Credit/No Credit. (4 studio hours). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 310 - Dances of Africa and the African Diaspora II
(2 units)
Prerequisite: DANC 210 or consent of instructor.
Advanced skills and technique in African and/or African Diasporic dance forms and related rhythmic structures as rooted in their cultural context.
Dance majors/minor must take for a letter grade.
Letter Grade (A-F) or Credit/No Credit. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 312 - Modern Technique III
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major or consent of instructor.
Intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 313 - BFA Workshop
(1-2 units)
Prerequisite(s): BFA Dance Major.
Exploration of dance techniques and forms, repertory, and supplementary training methods.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3-6 studio hours) May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 314 - Ballet Technique III
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major or consent of instructor.
Intermediate/advanced skill in ballet technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 315 - Ballet Workshop
(1-3 units)
Exploration of the techniques of ballet. Placement screening is required.
Both grading options. (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 316 - Jazz III
(2 units)
Prerequisite: DANC 216 or consent of instructor. Placement screening required.
Advanced theory and practice of jazz technique.
Dance majors/minors must take for letter grade.
Both Grading Options. (4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 319 - Dance Laboratory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Dance major or consent of instructor.
Participation in dance technique projects. Consent of instructor.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours studio per unit.). May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units in different semesters. -
DANC 320 - Dance Composition II
(3 units)
Prerequisite: DANC 220 .
Corequisite(s): DANC 131 .
Development of theme and style in small group studies.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 321 - Directed Choreography
(1-3 units)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Independent choreographic projects finalized in a performance venue under supervision of a faculty member.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3/4 - 2 1/4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 331 - Music for Dance
(2 units)
Prerequiiste(s): DANC 120.
Theoretical and practical analyses of music forms and styles, including musical terminology and notation; investigation and analysis of the connective pathways between music and movement.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 342 - Global Cultures and Dance Traditions
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Complete entire Foundation with one or more Exploration courses and upper division standing.
Comparison of dance practices within diverse world cultures.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture). -
DANC 360 - Quantitative Analysis of Dance Injuries: Prevention and Recovery
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Foundations; Completion of at least one GE Explorations course; Completion of at least 60 units; DANC 260 or consent of instructor
Quantitative analyses relevant to injury tracking and reporting, dance-related injury risk factors, and overall health and fitness training focused on injury prevention and optimization of recovery.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours seminar, 1 hour studio). Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 361 - Pilates I
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Dance Majors, DANC 260 ; or consent of instructor. Freshmen Excluded.
Beginning-intermediate level Pilates-based program, emphasizing the use of the Pilates apparatus, designed to enhance dance performance, movement coordination and physical conditioning.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 362 - Pilates II
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance Major, DANC 361 ; or consent of instructor. Freshmen Excluded.
Intermediate-advanced level. Pilates-based conditioning program which employs a series of exercises designed to enhance dance performance and prevent injury, utilizing apparatus based on designs of Joseph Pilates, exercise balls, free weights and body for resistance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). -
DANC 373 - Nonverbal Communication: Interaction of Mind and Body
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Complete entire Foundation with one or more Exploration courses and upper division standing.
History and theories of the development of mind/body integration. Enhancement of personal and interpersonal relations through lectures, discussion, films and movement experiences. Analysis and synthesis of the interdependence of the psychological and physical processes in nonverbal communication.
Both grading options. Not open for credit to students with credit in ED P 373. -
DANC 380 - Dance Performance
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Dance major, Dance Pre-major, or Dance minor.
Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department productions. Concert participation is by audition only.
Both grading options. (3 or more hours studio). A combination of DANC 380 and DANC 480 may be repeated to a maximum of 8 units. -
DANC 381 - Dance Production Technical
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: Dance major or Dance Pre-major.
Technical production participation in Dance Department sponsored productions.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of DANC 381 and DANC 481 may be repeated to a total of 8 units. -
DANC 412 - Modern Technique IV
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major or consent of instructor.
Advanced skill in modern dance technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 414 - Ballet Technique IV
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major or consent of instructor.
Advanced skills in ballet technique.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 420 - Advanced Composition
(2 units)
Prerequisite: DANC 320 or consent of instructor.
Approaches to the development of choreographic materials of extended structure and content.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). -
DANC 422 - Improvisation
(2 units)
Prerequisites: DANC 120 or consent of instructor.
Theory and practice of improvisation; covers intermediate/advanced to advanced skills, including ensemble practices, the solo body, and relationships to sound.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 435 - Dance on Camera
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Complete entire Foundation with one or more Exploration courses and upper division standing. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
Examination of the relationship between dance and film; study of historical and theoretical connections placed in both aesthetic and cultural contexts.
Both grading options. (3 hour Lecture) -
DANC 442 - Dance and Social Identity in the U.S.
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Dance Major. Complete entire Foundation with one or more Exploration courses and upper division standing. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
Development of dance in the American context and its sociocultural influences and concert forms.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio). -
DANC 445 - Movement Analysis
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Dance Majors and Minors only.
Study of the principles underlying movement and their application to all areas of movement study.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 2 hours, 2 hours studio) -
DANC 470 - Selected Topics in Dance Pedagogy
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study of dance teaching methodologies in preparation for teaching in studio and recreational settings, K-12, and higher education; emphasis on teaching dance at the beginning through intermediate levels.
- A. Modern Dance
- B. Ballet
- C. Jazz
- D. Hip Hop
- E. Tap
- F. Dances of Africa and the African Diaspora
Letter Grade Only (A-F). (1 hour seminar, 4 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units with different topics in different semesters. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes. -
DANC 475 - Dance for Children
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Dance major or minor, upper division standing, or consent of instructor.
Practical experience in teaching creative dance to children. Includes improvisational approaches to teaching elements of dance, exploration and practical implementation of teaching and learning theories, and incorporation of the California Visual and Arts dance standards into elementary school curriculum.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio). -
DANC 480 - Dance Performance
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Dance major.
Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production. Most concert participation is by audition only.
Both grading options. (3 or more hours studio). A combination of DANC 380 and DANC 480 may be repeated to a total of 8 units. -
DANC 481 - Dance Production-Technical
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: Dance Major.
Technical participation in Dance Department-sponsored productions.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours or more studio). A combination of 381 and 481 may be repeated to a total of 8 units. -
DANC 488 - Organization of Dance Production
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Dance major or minor, upper division standing or consent of instructor.
Analysis and practice in the production elements of dance concerts. Course is coordinated with a department concert.
Letter grade only (A-F). -
DANC 490 - Selected Topics in Dance
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Topics of current interest in the field of dance selected for special presentation and development.
Both grading options. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics in different semesters or consent of department chair. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes. -
DANC 491A - Design for Dance Lighting
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Dance major, upper division standing, or consent of instructor.
Techniques of designing lighting for dance. Practical applications include designing and executing lighting for dance for concerts in various settings.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 491B - Design for Dance Costuming
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Dance Major, upper division standing, or consent of instructor.
Designing and constructing costumes for dance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 495 - Repertory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Dance major.
Students learn and perform works of distinguished choreographers. Leads to concert performance.
Both grading options. (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 18 units provided it is with a different instructor each time. -
DANC 497 - Senior Capstone in Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in the Dance major or consent of instructor.
Culmination of undergraduate study resulting in individual projects that will vary according to educational and career goals.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3-6 hours studio). Not repeatable for credit. -
DANC 498 - Senior Seminar in Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisite: Senior standing in the BFA program or consent of instructor. BFA majors only.
Culmination of undergraduate study resulting in individual projects that vary according to artistic, intellectual, and career goals.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar, 2 hours activity). -
DANC 499 - Directed Studies in Dance
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Independent projects and research of advanced nature in any area of dance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). Course may be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 505 - Dance Pedagogy
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into MFA program or consent of advisor.
Theory and methods specific to the teaching of dance technique in secondary and post-secondary education.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio). -
DANC 506 - Teaching Practicum
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance.
Seminar in the practical application of effective teaching practices for MFA teaching assistants.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour seminar) May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units in different semesters. -
DANC 510A - Technique Laboratory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 510B - Technique Laboratory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 510C - Technique Laboratory
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program.
Intermediate to intermediate/advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2-6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. -
DANC 511A - MFA Technique Laboratory
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Admission into the MFA degree program.
Technical dance skill for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 511B - MFA Technique Laboratory
(2 units)
Prerequisites: Admission into the MFA degree program.
Technical dance skill for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters. -
DANC 512 - Advanced Modern Technique
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MFA degree program.
Advanced skill in modern dance technique for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 514 - Advanced Ballet Technique
(2 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA degree program.
Advanced skill in ballet technique for the graduate student.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters. -
DANC 520A - Choreography A
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA degree program.
Will center on development of advanced approached to choreographic materials and techniques. It will emphasize outlining of artistic ideas in written form before physical realization, and will emphasize composing and shaping chorography based on clearly stated concepts.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion). -
DANC 520B - Choreography B
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA program for dance.
Methods and practice of developing choreography utilizing music/composers as the basis for compositional exploration.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion). -
DANC 520C - Choreography C
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the M.F.A. program.
Advanced study of choreographic methods concentrating on development of choreography inspired by, and relating to, other art forms. Compositional studies geared to traditional theatrical venues and alternate performing venues will be explored.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion). -
DANC 520D - Choreography D
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the M.F.A. program.
Concentrates on development of dance choreography designed for presentation through video, and video used as an integrated/supporting form in live performance. Emphasizes skills and techniques in the exploration of dance documentation and the shooting and editing of digital video.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours activity; 1 hour discussion). -
DANC 521 - Dance Composition III
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission to the MA degree program in Dance.
Methods and practice of developing choreography as related to the high school and community college setting.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lec., 4 hours lab). -
DANC 522 - Composition IV
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MA degree program.
Methods and practice in developing more advanced choreographic studies related to a high school or community college setting.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio; 1 lecture hour). -
DANC 531 - Digital Sound Design for Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MFA degree program or consent of instructor.
Practical study of the mechanics and aesthetics of sound and electronic music and their application in creating original soundscores for dance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 535 - Film Production for Dance
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student in MFA in Dance or consent of instructor.
Introduction to media production techniques used in choreography for stage and screen.
Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours studio). Not repeatable for credit -
DANC 565 - Dance Science as Related to Teaching Technique
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MA or MFA degree program. DANC 505 or DANC 521 , or consent of instructor.
Application of anatomical principles, scientific principles of training, and biomechanical principles to more effectively design and teach dance technique classes.
Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lec., 4 hours lab). -
DANC 570 - Practical Research Methods in Dance
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance or consent of Graduate Advisor.
Instruction in practice-based research, including developing a choreographic research question, conducting research, writing the research proposal, and creating a properly formatted annotated bibliography.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours seminar). Course may be taught in hybrid or distance learning format. -
DANC 580A - Dance Performance
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Admission into the MFA degree program.
Participation as a performer and/or choreographer in Dance Department approved University-sponsored production.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 or more hours studio). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units. -
DANC 581 - Graduate Dance Production
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the MFA program in Dance.
Instruction and practical experience in producing a CSULB MFA dance concert.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours seminar, 2 hours studio).
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