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  • DANC 3630: Dance as a Cultural Practice II WE

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010, DANC 2110, DANC 256G, and University Advanced Standing. Continues the study of dance as a cultural practice. Takes a critical cultural approach to the study of dance as a means of encoding cultural values. Emphasizes critical theories of dance, representation, identity, view of the body through the application of Post-Modern Critical Theories/Frames of Analysis. Emphasizes the relationship of dance to Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern cultures. Explores keystone dance history concepts and the work of various recognized dance scholars. Introduces students to a wide range of publications in the field. Includes lecture and movement experiences. Emphasizes skills of critical analysis, synthesis, and interpretation in writing about dance.
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  • DANC 365R: Advanced Fundamentals of Movement

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 265R, DANC 2670, and University Advanced Standing. Continues and deepens the content of DANC 265R. Emphasizes application of principles of Bartenieff Fundamentals to varied movement contexts. Explores the connections between Laban Movement Analysis (LMA) elements of Body, Effort, Shape, and Space and applies the connections to developing increased ease in movement function and liveliness of expression in many movement forms. Develops increased skill and awareness in movement sensation, perception, practice, observation, analysis, prescription, and interpretation. Utilizes LMA symbology. Involves lecture, participation, observation, and written and verbal analysis. May be repeated for 4 credits toward graduation.
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  • DANC 3670: Movement Analysis

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 265R or equivalent, DANC 2670 or equivalent, and University Advanced Standing. An advanced survey course in movement analysis. Focuses on application of the concepts and theories of Laban Movement Analysis in the context of observing, recording, analyzing, and making meaning from human body movement. Includes in-depth study of motif score writing and applying Body, Effort, Shape and Space Harmony paradigms. Utilizes physical performance and written and verbal observation methods. Examines application to disciplines that concern themselves with human movement behavior such as behavioral sciences, theater, communications, human performance, human development, business, and education.
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  • DANC 3680: Dance Kinesiology

    4.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (ZOOL 1090 or ZOOL 2320) and University Advanced Standing. Studies the neuromusculoskeletal system in practical application to dance. Analyzes demands placed on the dancer's body and identifies how to maximize efficiency and reduce injuries while maintaining requisite aesthetic elements. Includes lecture and lab experiences.
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  • DANC 3690: Motif and Labanotation I

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 265R, DANC 2670, and University Advanced Standing. Teaches Motif Writing and beginning Labanotation. Expands students' understanding of the written symbol system of Laban Movement Analysis and deepens observation and analysis skills critical for understanding dance and varied manifestations of human movement expression. Relates Motif Writing and Labanotation to dance history and current dance choreography and performance. Includes application of Motif Writing to teaching dance technique, composition, and improvisation. Emphasizes the theory of human movement description and analysis formulated by Rudolph Laban and requires students to both write and read beginning to intermediate level notated scores. Includes lecture, discussion, observation, and participation including reading from score, written and embodied symbology assignments, teaching assignments, and completion of several creative projects.
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  • DANC 370R: American Social Dance III

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval. For students who have successfully completed Bronze and Silver American Social Dance courses and for members of the Ballroom Tour Team. Teaches the advanced (Gold) level patterns of American Style Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Waltz, Triple Swing, Viennese Waltz, and West Coast Swing. Emphasizes, on an advanced level, correct poise, style, rhythm. Also teaches correct footwork, foot position, alignments, rise and fall, partnering, correct leading and following, and etiquette. First semester successful completers will have a general knowledge of Gold level curriculum. Second semester successful completers will have an in-depth knowledge of Gold level curriculum. May be repeated for two credits toward graduation.. Course fee of $20 for practical experience applies.
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  • DANC 371R: International Ballroom Dance III

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval. For students who have successfully completed Bronze and Silver International Ballroom Dance courses, and for members of the Ballroom Tour Team. Teaches the advanced (Gold) level patterns of International Style Waltz, Quickstep, Tango, Foxtrot, and Viennese Waltz. Emphasizes, on an advanced level, correct poise, style, rhythm. Also teaches correct footwork, foot positions, alignments, rise and fall, partnering, floor craft, and correct leading and following. First semester focuses on developing a general knowledge of Gold level curriculum. Second semester focuses on developing an in-depth knowledge of Gold level curriculum. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation. Course fee of $20 for practical experience applies.
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  • DANC 372R: Latin Ballroom Dance III

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval. For students who have successfully completed Bronze and Silver Latin Ballroom Dance courses and for members of the Ballroom Tour Team. Teaches the advanced (Gold) level patterns of Latin Style Rumba, Samba, Cha Cha, Paso Doble, and Jive. Emphasizes, on an advanced level, correct poise, style, and rhythm. Also teaches correct footwork, foot position, alignments, rise and fall, partnering, correct leading and following, amounts of turn, Cuban action, and movement principles. First semester focuses on developing a general knowledge of Gold level curriculum. Second semester focuses on developing an in-depth knowledge of Gold level curriculum. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation.. Course fee of $20 for practical experience applies.
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  • DANC 3730: American Social Dance Teaching Methods

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): DANC 270R or equivalent skill level, and University Advanced Standing. Focuses primarily on Social Dance teaching techniques using Bronze level patterns. Emphasizes calling steps. Explores proper music selection and tempo. Includes actual teaching time of peers and a beginning class. Prepares students to adequately teach social dance in either a formal or informal setting.
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  • DANC 3740: Ballroom Dance Choreography

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Valley University

    Prerequisite(s): (DANC 270R, DANC 271R, DANC 272R, or Instructor Approval) and University Advanced Standing. Investigates and explores the choreographic process with reference to choreographic concepts. Involves the creation of dance skills that give shape and form to ideas based on a specific theme, style, or statement. Includes Latin, International Ballroom, American Rhythm and Smooth, and Cabaret styles. Explores formation team competition, solo couple competition, formation team stage performance, and solo couple stage performance as part of the creative process.
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