From Africa to the Americas
From Africa to the Americas: Moving from Our Core This course is an introduction to dance emphasizing the influence of traditions from the African Diaspora on contemporary modern dance. Technique sessions incorporate styles from West Africa and Central and South America with performance work. Discussion of readings on the history and current practice of movement forms originating in Africa, as well as on the work of artists developing fusion styles, supports written and creative work. Compositional studies explore the intersection between technique, history/theory, and performance.
Took this course because I needed a 4th class and everyone told me to take a dance class because it would be fun and in the end, even if it was difficult, I would get an A. Well, now the time has come and my grade is no where near that... I went to almost every single class except when sick, turned in all assignments on time, did them well to my knowledge, and gave it my best effort. There was no clear rubric for what the grade would be and I think grades surprised many people in the class. I think the content of the class is valuable and she is a great dancer. I think the dance labs could have been a bit slower for beginner level dancers. Overall, if you love dance, dance well, and are liked by her, then maybe you would do well in the class. Take at your own risk, your GPA could end up affected...
Took this course because I needed a 4th class and everyone told me to take a dance class because it would be fun and in the end, even if it was difficult, I would get an A. Well, now the time has come and my grade is no where near that... I went to almost every single class except when sick, turned in all assignments on time, did the …Read more