Contemporary Ballet IV

Catalog description

Focuses on the students' individual application of contemporary ballet technique at an advanced level. Expects students to have an advanced, embodied understanding. Draws on a variety of traditional, codified and contemporary approaches to ballet as well as somatic techniques to enhance students' ballet proficiency through performing movement that is athletically challenging, nuanced and rhythmically complex. Emphasizes musicality and artistry throughout class. Engages students in critical thinking and reflection in relationship to their dancing and dance learning. Additionally, students engage with class concepts creatively through improvisation and composition.