20 courses with the subject DA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
A survey of various styles of dance. This course introduces the roles of dancer, choreographer and spectator. Through class participation and attendance at local performances, students will be able to identify, discuss, analyze, and write articulately about dance and its functions in our world.
This course is a foundational study of human movement as an art form, with a focus on developing strength, flexibility and coordination through classical ballet and modern dance technique. Students will work to demonstrate an introductory understanding of dance terminology through the physical demonstration of movements from influential choreographers such as George Balanchine, Jermone Robbins, Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, and Twyla Tharp.
The study of the creative process with concentration on problem solving and presentation skills.
This course focuses on the use of dance by various cultures and the development of technique within the field from pre-history to present. Students will research the historical factors that affected the development of dance as an art form, as well as the impact of dance on various cultures around the world as a social and cultural artifact.
An analytical approach to the observation and practice of movement as it relates to human function and expression. A variety of movement goals will be addressed including social interactions, personal well-being, and athletic and artistic performance.
This course is a continuation of Dance I (DA102) as a study of human movements as an art form. Students will work to demonstrate an understanding of dance terminology through the physical demonstration of increasingly complex movements.
A studio course teaching the fundamentals of swing-shag, waltz, and rumba. No prior dance knowledge required.
A studio course teaching the fundamentals of swing-shag, fox trot, and tango. No prior dance knowledge required.
Musical theatre.
This course covers the dance technique used in Broadway musicals.
This course will provide a regimen of exercises for the development of physical endurance, strength, flexibility, and coordination. This training will provide students with the opportunity to improve their fitness levels and body awareness and to complement their technical training and prevent injuries.
This course covers the dance style of tap and is designed to develop rhythm, style, and sound. Students will learn a variety of styles from Broadway to rhythm tap.
An introduction to the principles of stretching for better mobility.
An introduction to jazz dance technique and choreography in a variety of styles.
An introduction to the fundamentals of aerial dance skills. While learning students will build upper body and core strength, kinesthetic awareness and coordination.
An introduction to the fundamentals of aerial dance skills focusing on the Lyra Hoop. While learning students will build upper body and core strength, kinesthetic awareness and coordination.
This course is designed to give you the foundations of Hip Hop dance. Students will study hip hop technique, and learn the isolations, musicality and coordination used in hip hop choreography.
This course focuses on refining technical proficiency, artistic expression, and stage presence through experience in on and off campus performances.
This course explores ways to form and arrange movement. Through the use of the elements of dance, students will demonstrate critical inquiry and express idea with movement improvisation. Students will then process and analyze improvisational movement approaches for choreographic application, culminating in a student choreographed showcase at the end of the semester.
Internship; approval of Career Services required prior to enrollment.
Source: Belmont Abbey College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
