0806. The Jazz Century in America (4 s.h.) Core: AR.

(Formerly: GE-ARTS 1016.)

What is jazz? Students will explore its roots and reinventions in Ragtime, Hot Jazz, Blues, Swing, Bebop, Free Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, and Hip Hop throughout the 20th century in America. We’ll experience its manifestations across media, screening dance films, listening to music, viewing visual art works, and reading poetry. Then we’ll move into the studio to experience first-hand its rhythms, moods, dynamics, creative expression and improvisation. A key theme will be how the individual and the collective nurture each other in jazz. Intellectually, we’ll examine the historical and social backdrop and analyze the essential components of jazz.

Note: This General Education `Arts` pilot course fulfills the Core Arts (AR) requirement.

0828. Embodying Pluralism (3 s.h.) Core: RS.

(Formerly: GE-RADV 1067.)

Dance and the arts are vehicles of societal change. As you challenge and extend your perceptions of “self” and “other” in a pluralistic society, you will explore aspects of identity, difference, and diversity from aesthetic and ethical perspectives. Race, ethnicity, gender, class, and other social phenomena will be studied as elements that form the fabric of American society. Theory from lectures on historical and philosophical perspectives will be thoroughly integrated in immersive, active studio practices. The purpose of this course is to illuminate personal, social and cultural dynamics of race and diversity in the United States.

Note: This General Education `Race & Diversity` pilot course fulfills the Core Studies in Race (RS) requirement.

1801. Movement Sources and Concepts (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0010.)

Through a varied range of movement experiences, students investigate the conceptual and theoretical foundations of modern dance.

Note: Required of freshman dance majors.

1804. Jazz Dance I (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0040.)

Jazz Dance I presents introductory experience in the movement vocabularies used in contemporary dance and theater.

1807. Hatha Yoga I (2 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0058.)

This course promotes the health of the entire body through the performance of asanas or postures.

1811. Movement Improvisation I (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0070.)

Prerequisite: This course is for dance majors only.

This course provides experiences in the spontaneous use of movement structures derived from movement concepts, games, imagery, and media sources. It is designed to help students discover and develop their own movement potential.

1813. Freshman Repertory (3 s.h.) F. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0174.)

This course for entering dance majors is designed to provide a structured rehearsal experience with a faculty choreographer that culminates in performance in the fall.

Note: Required of freshman dance majors.

1814. Modern Dance II (2 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0321.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses the development of basic movement skills and concepts as a means toward effective performance.

1815. Modern Dance II (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0322.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses the development of basic movement skills and concepts as a means toward effective performance.

1816. Rhythmic Analysis (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0080.)

This course explores temporal and rhythmic organizations of movement and dance analyzed for the purpose of enhancing clarity in performance, choreography, and teaching. Elementary musical notation, scoring, and accompaniment skills developed.

Note: This course is for dance majors only.

1819. Dance Production (1 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0340.)

This course provides dance majors with an introduction to the technical aspects of dance production. Students will gain practical experience in the theater, learning about the equipment and tasks necessary for effective dance production. Production participation is required.

Note: Required of freshman dance majors.

1832. Classical Ballet II (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0332.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course provides further skills in basic classical ballet vocabulary and preparation for professional study at the intermediate level.

2796. Dance Modernism in America, 1890s-1950s (3 s.h.) F S. Core: WI.

(Formerly: DANCE W315.)

This course examines the philosophies and choreographic work of Duncan, St. Denis, Shawn, Holm, Tamiris, Graham, Humphrey, Weidman, Dafora, Dunham, Primus, Limon, Horton, and others vis-a-vis cultural, social, and historical developments in the first half of the 20th century in America. The class will explore cultural forces such as jazz dance, tap dance, social dancing, and the American ballet, as well as figures from the related arts, such as filmmakers, sculptors, and composers who worked with modern dancers. The emphasis will be on bibliographic and autobiographic modes of historical inquiry.

2801. Dance as Art (3 s.h.) F S. Core: AR. $.

(Formerly: DANCE C110.)

This course is designed to provide the basis for understanding, appreciating, and participating in dance as art in culture and individual life. Concepts, intuitions, and communication in dance will be cultivated through lectures, films, live performances, and studio experiences.

2802. Pathways in American Dance (3 s.h.) F S. Core: AR. $.

(Formerly: DANCE C112.)

This course provides participants with concentrated beginning level studio experiences in urban popular dance forms, jazz, and modern dance, each presented in a five-week unit. Through active participation, students will dance, observe videos, and read articles to gain insight into these three approaches to dancing. Learning the movement vocabularies, values, aesthetics, and techniques of these different traditions will move students into a physical and conceptual understanding of the kinetic and cultural sources that inform dance as a contemporary performance art.

2803. Dance in Human Society (3 s.h.) F S. Core: IS. $.

(Formerly: DANCE C115.)

This course offers students an opportunity to explore the world of dance. Through video observation, readings, and dancing, students will be exposed to many faces of dance as an expression of cultural values. Dance as art, religion, social custom, and political action will be examined as evidenced in many human societies. Examples will be primarily drawn from North America, West Africa, Brazil, Japan, India, Bali, and the Cook Islands. Students will be introduced to the field of dance anthropology and have the opportunity for on-site observation of dance events.

Note: In addition to meeting the University Core International Studies requirement for all students, this course meets the Non-Western/Third World International Studies requirement for Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences majors. Please note the recent update to the Core International Studies requirement at www.temple.edu/vpus/documents/Core_IS_UpdateFinal.pdf.

2805. Dance, Movement, and Pluralism (3 s.h.) S. Core: RS. $.

(Formerly: DANCE R280.)

This course will focus on movement as a language of expression that conveys culturally learned values. From pedestrian behaviors to social dance to artistic traditions, movement will be explored as a carrier of cultural and aesthetic meaning. The works of contemporary dance artists will be examined within their socio-cultural and historical contexts. Issues of race and racism will be addressed in relationship to the content, context, and appreciation of the specific works viewed. Students will participate in movement improvisations and theater games.

2813. Dance Composition I (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0072.)

Prerequisite: Dance 1811 (0070).

The fundamentals of choreography are explored in this course. Solo studies based on choreographic problems are presented and performed.

Note: Required of sophomore dance majors.

2814. Dance Composition II (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0073.)

Prerequisite: Dance 2813 (0072).

This course addresses problems in presentation, form, design, and content. Experiences include experimentation with musical settings, voice, spoken word, and duets.

Note: Required of sophomore dance majors.

2815. Modern Dance III (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0323.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses the extension of range, control, and clarity of performance for more complex dance sequences.

2816. Modern Dance III (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0324.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses the extension of range, control, and clarity of performance for more complex dance sequences.

2832. Classical Ballet III (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0333.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses increased vocabulary and skills for increasing demands of more complex combinations and sequences.

2853. African Dance I (1 to 3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0351.)

This introductory studio course is a survey of core movements and rhythms from Africa and the Diaspora. Students learn the Umfundalai technique as a way to integrate song, dance and music into a meaningful and aesthetic experience.

2896. Dance Post-Modernism in America, 1950s-Present (3 s.h.) S. Core: WI.

(Formerly: DANCE W316.)

Prerequisite: Dance 2796 (W315) - Dance Modernism in America, 1890s-1950s.

This course explores the philosophies and choreographic work of Sokolow, Pomare, Ailey, Beatty, Cunningham, Hawkins, Taylor, Nikolais, Pilobolus, Brown, Childs, Rainer, Tharp, Paxton, Jones, Fagan, Morris and others vis-a-vis cultural, social, and historical developments in the second half of the 20th century in America. The class will explore cultural forces such as jazz dance, tap dance, social dancing, and the American ballet, as well as figures from the related arts, such as filmmakers, painters, media artists, and composers who worked with the post-modern dancers. The emphasis will be on contextual and critical modes of historical inquiry.

2897. Creative Process in Dance (3 s.h.) F. Core: WI.

(Formerly: DANCE W300.)

Prerequisite: Dance 3815 (0074).

In this course, students investigate motives and values in creating dance. The development of individual aesthetics and the ability to articulate these is cultivated.

Note: Required of junior dance majors.

2904. Honors Dance in Human Society (3 s.h.) F S. Core: IS. $.

(Formerly: DANCE H195.)

This course offers students an opportunity to explore the world of dance. Through video observation, readings, and dancing, students will be exposed to many faces of dance as an expression of cultural values. Dance as art, religion, social custom, and political action will be examined as evidenced in many human societies. Examples will be primarily drawn from North America, West Africa, Brazil, Japan, India, Bali, and the Cook Islands. Students will be introduced to the field of dance anthropology and have the opportunity for on-site observation of dance events.

Note: Required for dance majors and is for University Honors Program students. In addition to meeting the University Core International Studies (IS) requirement for all students, this course meets the Non-Western/Third World IS requirement for Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences majors. Please note the recent update to the Core IS requirement at www.temple.edu/vpus/documents/Core_IS_UpdateFinal.pdf.

3811. Field Experience in Dance (1 to 8 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0286.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only.

Opportunity for experience in teaching dance.

3812. Creative Process in Dance (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0320.)

Prerequisite: Dance 3815 (0074).

This course explores the creative process, particularly as it applies to dance making. The course will focus on the development of skills that facilitate creative processes in art. We will look at our own ways of working as well as those of other artists. One objective of the course is for each student to further define his/her personal tastes, commitments, and passions within the field of dance, while also expanding current preferences and practices.

Note: This course is for junior dance majors.

3815. Dance Composition III (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0074.)

Prerequisite: Dance 2814 (0073).

This course addresses various approaches to group composition. Students choreograph a series of studies for small groups of dancers that address counterpoint, stage space, and movement manipulation and development.

Note: Required of junior dance majors.

3817. Modern Dance IV (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0325.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses increased technical accuracy, sensitivity, and versatility of performance. The dance material offered covers a wide range of spatial, dynamic, and rhythmic qualities.

3818. Modern Dance IV (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0326.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course addresses increased technical accuracy, sensitivity, and versatility of performance. The dance material offered covers a wide range of spatial, dynamic, and rhythmic qualities.

3832. Classical Ballet IV (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0334.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course provides movement experience to develop confidence and skill for an authoritative and expressive performance. The full range of classical ballet vocabulary is used.

3851. Lighting Design for Dance (2 to 3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0350.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor. Dance 1819 (0340) or theater production experience desirable.

This course introduces concepts and techniques through lecture-demonstrations focusing on the impact of light as a supportive medium and a source for dance composition, problems and projects.

3853. African Dance II (1 to 3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0352.)

Prerequisite: Dance 2853 (0351) - African Dance I or permission of the instructor.

This is the second course in the series of Umfundalai dance studies. Students learn to recognize rhythms and movements by region, country and selected ethnic groups. More advanced studio work is performed as students develop their expressive voices via movement studies.

3876. Rhythmic Analysis (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0380.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only.

This course explores temporal and rhythmic organizations of movement and dance analyzed for the purpose of enhancing clarity in performance, choreography, and teaching. Musical notation, scoring, and accompaniment skills are developed.

3882. Independent Study in Dance (1 to 4 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0290.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only.

Student may propose individual projects in areas such as choreography, production, and history.

4811. African Repertory (1 to 3 s.h.) S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0300.)

Prerequisite: Dance 3853 (0352) - African Dance II or permission of the instructor.

Students learn selected neo-traditional dances and study the performance qualities of African dances. This course is the last in the series of Umfundalai dance studies.

4819. Modern Dance V (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0327.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This class seeks to train the student in a variety of fundamental issues in dance performance for the concert dance stage. Major emphasis is placed on performance practice and artistry.

4831. Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0335.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only.

This course introduces the theoretical framework of Laban Movement Analysis as a system of movement description. It investigates application in the fields of dance, education, anthropology, and non-verbal communications research.

4842. Jazz Dance II (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0342.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course provides a more sophisticated approach to jazz dance vocabularies and sensitivities used in contemporary dance and theater.

4843. Jazz Dance III (2 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0343.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only, except with special permission from the instructor.

This course provides a complete integration to the approach to jazz dance vocabularies and sensitivities used in contemporary dance and theater.

4861. Dance Science and Somatics (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0365.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only.

Six themes are interwoven through this course: physiological basis of dance training; conditioning to address individual needs in dance training; dance injuries—their causes, pathology, care rehabilitation, and prevention; dancers and wellness; application of motor learning and control to dance pedagogy; and mental imagery to enhance performance.

4871. Movement Improvisation II (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0371.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only. Dance 1811 (0070).

Weight, speed, momentum, inertia and relationships are explored through structural improvisational exercises. These techniques provide the basis for improvised duets and group dances. Issues of performance are also addressed.

4874. Dance Repertory (3 s.h.) F S. $.

(Formerly: DANCE 0374.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only. Dance 1813 (0174).

This course provides students with an opportunity to learn and perform a work by an established choreographer.

4875. Contact Improvisation (1 to 2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: DANCE 0375.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors only. Dance 1811 (0070).

This course provides experiences in improvisational duet dancing involving weight sharing, touch, lifting, carrying, and active use of momentum. Activities develop sensitivity to partnering and spontaneous creativity.

4884. Senior Choreographic Project (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: DANCE 0390.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors with senior standing and completion of Dance 2897 (W300).

This course facilitates production of a major creative dance work that will be performed in the BFA Senior Concert as the culmination of the student`s study in the BFA program.

Note: Successful completion is prerequisite to graduation.

4896. Senior Seminar (3 s.h.) F S. Core: WI.

(Formerly: DANCE W397.)

Prerequisite: Dance majors with senior standing.

In this course, students examine and clarifiy professional goals, values, and actions consistent with personal competencies. Dance in the larger society is discussed and professional resources and issues are addressed.