Class Schedule

An overview of dance history, beginning with classical era folk and ethnic dance, this course will survey the development of Modern, Ballet, Jazz and other dance forms. Focusing largely on the 20th Century, students will read, write and watch videos to form an overview of the history of dance and the historical events that influenced the major choreographers of the 20th Century. NOTE: This course is not activity-based and is not applicable to the specific area requirement in Physical Education for the Associate Degree.

An overview of dance history, beginning with classical era folk and ethnic dance, this course will survey the development of Modern, Ballet, Jazz and other dance forms. Focusing largely on the 20th Century, students will read, write and watch videos to form an overview of the history of dance and the historical events that influenced the major choreographers of the 20th Century. NOTE: This course is not activity-based and is not applicable to the specific area requirement in Physical Education for the Associate Degree.

DANC 350.1 CARDIO DANCE I (.5 or 1 or 1.5 or 2)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27, 48-54, 72-81 or 96-108 lab.
Steps, stretches and toning movements from many dance sources, folk, jazz, ballet, modern, rock, etc., that are choreographed to various rhythms designed to develop cardiovascular efficiency at a beginning level. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 400.1 DANCE PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION I (.5 or 1 or 1.5 or 2)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27, 48-54, 72-81 or 96-108 lab.
Beginning level theory and practice in dance composition, evaluation and program production. Students will become familiar with all types of choreography principles and stage production. Includes emphasis on a variety of dance forms from traditional Western European to ethnic. Rehearsal times will be arranged with the instructor. NOTE: Students wishing to fulfill the requirement for the Dance Major should enroll in 2 units. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 410.2 DANCE FOR THE MUSICAL THEATER PRODUCTION II (2)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 32-36 lecture/16-18 lab/16-18 hours by arrangement.
Intermediate level theory and practice in dance composition, performance and program production, designed to prepare students to perform in a musical theater production. Activities include learning dance technique and choreography that will be utilized in performance. Lecture subjects cover the historical context of the libretto, costuming and choreography specific to the production. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).