FAR 270 - Interpretive Dance

3 Credits
ARR

This course is a basic introduction to modern dance technique. Emphasis will be placed on the successful performance of the fundamental elements that comprise modern dance technique. This will include class warm-up (sitting and standing), center floor sequences and combinations, across-the-floor combinations, and choreography to be presented in chapel at the end of the semester. Class work is based on practical application of principles of space, time and energy with specific emphasis on alignment, rotation/turnout, muscular tonality, joint articulation, clarity of intent, strength and stamina.