Mexican Folklorico Dance III

Catalog description

This course is designed to expand students' existing dance skills in various regional dance styles in Mexican folklorico dance. Students at this level will refine and work toward an intermediate level in folklorico dance. Students will also further develop their practice in principals of body alignment, strength, and coordination as they relate to dance and performance.Students will build on their knowledge about the diversity within Mexico's dance culture and traditions. Emphasis is placed on the historical and cultural factors that have influenced Mexican folk dance. Students will learn about how folklorico dance traditions are preserved and performed in various current day community settings.