Modern Dance 4 (DNCE 2205)
This class further develops the principles established in Year 1 Modern. Expectations of performance are heightened and students are expected to fully integrate principles of technique and artistry into all the work. All classes are accompanied by a percussionist to support development of sophisticated rhythmical sense and musicality.
This course is part of the full-time Dance Program.
This course is part of the full-time Dance Program.
Course code: DNCE 2205
Credits: 1.0
Length: 22.5 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
Modern Dance 3
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
|---|---|---|
| 41885 | January 6, 2025 to May 9, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: Arts Umbrella |
Additional Information
- Achieving advanced alignment and efficient movement patterns through floor work
- Anatomical efficiency - simultaneous, successive and sequential sequencing
- Advanced study of Effort as dynamic quality of movement
- Dynamic quality of movement - feeling, tone, texture
- Supporting movement function through body awareness and internal connectivity
- Advanced modern and contemporary vocabulary: systematic progression from floor to jumping
- Advanced study of Space – investigating kinesphere, spatial intent, dimensions and planes of movement
- Advanced Musicality - sophisticated grasp of alternative rhythms and internal musical impulse
- Structured Improvisation - used: as a systematic warm-up, to refine musicality, to develop awareness of the design of bodies in space and as an approach to instantaneous composition
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.