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DNCE 1207: Classical Variations 2
Effective date
September 2013
Department
Dancing Diploma - Arts Umbrell
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This course studies classical repertoire en Pointe. It develops strength needed for Pas de Deux
This course is part of the full-time Dance Program.
Credits
1.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
Classical Variations 1
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Have a mastery (Consciousness, Intellectual, Physical) of dance techniques at a professional level
- Have physical strength and stamina to withstand the rigour of a professional dance career
- Demonstrate understanding of movement on internal, body and spatial domains
- Be able to perform a broad based variety of types, forms, genres and styles of dance
- Have mastery of musical interpretation and of theatricality in dance
- Demonstrate a professional work ethic
- Be able to apply problem-solving, memory skills and critical thinking to dance
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Midterm Exam |
25 |
Mid-Term Report by instructor |
|
Final Exam |
30 |
Final Report by instructor |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
10 |
History Quizzes |
|
Final Exam |
35 |
Final Exam by Artistic Director |
Course topics
- Advanced Classical Ballet Vocabulary and Enchainments
- Anatomical Efficiency
- Opposition and Length
- Stability and Mobility
- Strength and Stamina
- Musicality
- Performance Quality
- Learning Choreography
- Solo and Ensemble work
- Analysis of variations on video
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.