JAZZ
TECHNIQUE I - DANCE 130 2 Credits
(425)564-2968
Winter Quarter 2009
Catalog
Description:
Course consists of movement studies designed for students interested in
developing technique in a highly energized style of jazz dance.
Dance
clothing: Jazz
pants and shirts – exercise clothing.
Sweats are acceptable. Clothing
must allow stretching and movement. Jazz
shoes preferred. All
shoes not to be worn outside before entering the dance studio.
Class: Begins 35 minutes after the hour. Consists of a warm-up with
emphasis on technique. This is an
important part of the class in that not only does it prevent injury, but
movements later used in dance combinations are presented.
Class
includes short and long movement sequences using technique practiced in the
warm-up. Throughout the quarter dances
are presented, practiced and reviewed.
Performance is expected to gradually improve.
Grading: Based on the following:
Attendance, participation, basic technique and mastery of
movement sequences.
1. Knowing the material
presented
a. the
sequence
b. the timing
2. Performing at regular tempo
3. Performing with
style (when sequence and timing are mastered and one can project the style
intended).
Also based
on the individual student and whether or not he/she has had previous dance
training.
Effort is
rewarded through attendance, attention and effort.
Office
hours/conference:
Immediately after class in the dance studio, or by appointment in
R016. Please discuss any problems with
the class.