DAN 1430 - African Dance I (2)

When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
This course is an introduction to the study of West African dance technique. The course emphasizes the movement vocabulary of West African dance while also providing historical and cultural perspectives on cross cultural dance styles. The course introduces students to the alignment, mechanics, musicality and performance qualities associated with West African dance, while also addressing the central role dance plays in the socio-spiritual life of African people. Studio.
May be repeated one time for credit.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)