This course further develops the principles established in the first year of Modern Dance. Expectations of performance are heightened and students are expected to fully integrate principles of technique and artistry into all of their work. All classes are accompanied by a percussionist to support development of sophisticated rhythmical sense and musicality.
This course is part of the full-time Dance Program.
Prerequisites
Modern Dance 2
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Achieving advanced alignment and efficient movement patterns through floor work
- Anatomical efficiency – simultaneous, successive and sequential sequencing
- Advanced study of Effort as dynamic quality of movement
- Dynamic quality of movement – feeling, tone, texture
- Supporting movement function through body awareness and internal connectivity
- Advanced modern and contemporary vocabulary: systematic progression from floor to jumping
- Advanced study of Space – investigating kinesphere, spatial intent, dimensions and planes of movement
- Advanced Musicality – sophisticated grasp of alternative rhythms and internal musical impulse
- Structured Improvisation – used: as a systematic warm-up, to refine musicality, to develop awareness of the design of bodies in space and as an approach to instantaneous composition
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71363 |
September 8, 2026 to December 11, 2026 |
Lab/Rehearsal | Arts Umbrella | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.