DANC 365
Spring 2007
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01
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| This course may be repeated for credit. |
In this course, advanced dance students will learn complex dances from a number of different ethnic cultures from Ghana and West Africa. The historical, social, cultural and religious contents of each dance will be presented. Focus will be given to mastery of the texture effort, shape and dynamics within the choreography. This is a physically rigorous and challenging course for those who have completed DANC360 (West African Dance II) or have equivalent experience. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: .5 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA DANC |
| Course Format: Studio | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (AFST-MN)(DANC-MN)(DANC) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Selected articles.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Project with creative, performative and written components. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Prerequisites: DANC360
Students will be expected to perform in the West African Drumming and Dance Concert. Students must contact the Professor for permission into the course. Please come to the first class ready to dance.
Undergraduates may take this course up to two times for a letter grade and up to four times for credit towards graduation. |
| Instructor(s): Mensah,Helen Times: ..T.R.. 04:30PM-06:30PM; Location: TST001; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 20 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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