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.

Jazz Dance covers American jazz-inspired movement techniques developed for musical theater, film and television. Developed by fusing African American social dance forms with Ballet, Modern and Tap dances, Jazz Dance emphasizes body-lines, flexible torso, exaggerated movements of individual body parts, isolations and precise footwork. Jazz dance is ever-changing because it reflects the cultural trends of the times. In multiple styles of Jazz dance, including lyrical and blues, musical theater, and hip hop/street/funk styles, students will work towards mastery at the beginning level.

Jazz Dance covers American jazz-inspired movement techniques developed for musical theater, film and television. Developed by fusing African American social dance forms with Ballet, Modern and Tap dances, Jazz Dance emphasizes body-lines, flexible torso, exaggerated movements of individual body parts, isolations and precise footwork. Jazz dance is ever-changing because it reflects the cultural trends of the times. In multiple styles of Jazz dance, including lyrical and blues, musical theater, and hip hop/street/funk styles, students will work towards mastery at the advanced intermediate level.

DANC 140.1 BALLET I (.5 or 1)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27 or 48-54 lab.
Beginning barre, floor technique and movement fundamentals with emphasis on body control, form and special patterns. Students will learn a variety of dance phrases and will be expected to perform a ballet dance at the end of the semester. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 140.3 BALLET III (.5 or 1 or 1.5 or 2)

(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)

Minimum of 24, 48, 72 or 96 lab hours/semester.

Advanced intermediate barre, floor technique and movement fundamentals with emphasis on body control, form and special patterns. Students will learn a variety of dance phrases and will be expected to perform a ballet dance at the end of the semester. Transfer credit: CSU (E2).

DANC 151.1 SOCIAL DANCE I (.5 or 1)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27 or 48-54 lab.
This is an introductory Social Dance course geared to beginners and taught with an emphasis on the social aspects of dance. The basics of several dance styles are taught, with attention paid to footwork, posture, and the arts of leading, following, and co-creating a dance. Each semester dances are selected from the following list: East Coast Swing, Slow Waltz, Cha cha, Night Club Two- Step, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Merengue and Salsa. Partners are not required; no prior experience needed. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 151.3 SOCIAL DANCE III (.5 or 1)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27 or 48-54 lab.
This Social Dance course is taught with an emphasis on the social aspects of dance. The basics of several dance styles are emphasized, with attention paid to footwork, posture, and the arts of leading, following, and co-creating a dance. Each semester dances are selected from the following list: East Coast Swing, Slow Waltz, Cha cha, Night Club Two- Step, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Merengue and Salsa. Partners are not required; no prior experience needed. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 152.2 CUBAN ROOTS OF SALSA II (.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.
An intermediate level course designed to teach the fundamentals of Cuban popular dances, including Danzon, Son, Cha cha cha, Son Montuno, and Salsa Cubana. With African and European influences, these dances are the conscience of modern day Salsa. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 161 TANGO ARGENTINO (.5 or 1)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27 or 48-54 lab.
Designed to introduce students to the essence of Argentine tango (the dance of love) as well as basic improvisational skills. Viewing tango as a language, students will develop musicality and focus on the connection between partners in order to dance confidently in social settings around the world. Transfer credit: UC; CSU (E2).

DANC 163 TANGO BUENOS AIRES (.5-1)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 24-27 or 48-54 lab. Recommended: DANC 161 and 162, or equivalent.
Students will begin to develop more confidence, demystifying and internalizing the tango's structural elements and intricacies. This class culminates with tango performances. (Open entry.) 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 400.2 DANCE PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION II (.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.
Intermediate 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 400.4 DANCE PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION IV (.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.
Advanced 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).

DANC 410.4 DANCE FOR THE MUSICAL THEATER PRODUCTION IV (2)
(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)
Hours/semester: 32-36 lecture/16-18 lab/16-18 hours by arrangement.
Advanced 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).