Modern Dance I

Catalog description

Modern Dance I is a foundation level technique class that aims to inform students' dance skills through studying the concepts and techniques of modern dance by expanding knowledge and expressive range to increase potential as a dancer and artist. The course will progress throughout the semester and is based on the foundational exercises. Variation on the exercises will be practiced as the class progresses. The sequence of movements - floor work, standing center work, and traveling across the floor - is usually taught in order. The contraction and release principle is used throughout the classwork.