DANCE 324/424 Instructor: B.J. Sullivan

Advanced Modern Technique Office:220 C 334-3266

Fall Semester 2001 Office Hours: T/ TH/F 2-3pm

MWF 11-12:15, Rm. 322 and by appointment.

ejsulli2@uncg.edu

Course Description: A progressive development of movement concepts and vocabulary of safety release technique with influence from the somatic sciences.

Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:

1. Apply effective technical skills in a variety of movement material;

2. Understand components of proper technical use of the body in anatomically sound application of

movement;

3. Demonstrate an improved ability in using the body as an instrument of artistic expression;

4. Develop a personal movement style in performance of intermediate sequences;

5. Demonstrate the ability to learn and retain more complex movement sequences;

6. Demonstrate movement with sensitivity to performance and virtuosity;

7. Analyze and discuss personal artistic and technical growth through instructor feedback and self

assessment;

8. Understand the importance of self-discipline and self-motivation in the continual effort to improve

individual performance and enhanced satisfaction in dance as a performing art form.

Required Student Tasks:

1. Consistent attendance.

2. Consistent progress in technical and performance skills.

3. Maintain a healthy attitude towards learning and growing.

Evaluation: Points:

1. Attendance, Absences, Tardy policy and participation 40

2. Dance Attire 10

3. Technical and Artistic Ability 25

4. Effort and Improvement 25

Total Possible Points 100

1. Attendance, Absences, Tardy policy and participation

a. Attendance in each class is mandatory for adequate growth in dance technique. You are allowed 3 absences (excused or unexcused) from class. After the allowed amount your grade will drop a 1/3 of a letter grade for each absence. Emergency situations including injuries and observing classes will be dealt with on an individual basis.

b. Tardy policy: if you are late for class you must enter quickly and quietly, go to the back of the classroom and begin participating immediately without disrupting the other students. You are responsible for notifying the instructor after class to change attendance from absence to tardy. Three tardies constitute one absence.

2. Dance Attire: Please wear comfortable dance wear. You will need a long sleeve shirt for warm-up. Baggy clothes are okay, not too baggy. I will need to see your body so use good judgment. No shorts or biker shorts, hats, excessive or bulky jewelry, and socks. Class will be performed in bare feet and you will need knee pads.

3. Technical and Artistic Ability: 25% of your grade will be based on Technical and Artistic Ability. Technical ability relates to your placement, alignment, use of strength, use of your own range in flexibility, use of the torso, and use of torso in relation to upper body and lower body. Artistic ability relates to your overall musicality and sense of rhythm, projection, performance and presence, and the use of movement/dynamics.

4. Effort and Improvement: 25% of your grade will be based on Effort and Improvement. Effort and Improvement relates to your ability to pick up combinations, application and retention of corrections, and your personal work habits in class.

Grading Scale:

93-100 A

89-92 A-

86-88 B+

83-85 B

79-82 B-

76-78 C+

73-75 C

69-72 C-

66-68 D+

63-65 D

59-62 D-

0-58 F

A written (must be typed)self- evaluation of your work in this class is due Oct.5. After fall break on Oct.10 and 12, I will meet with each of you individually during class time. In these meetings we will discuss your evaluation and midterm grade. At the end of the semester you will receive a written evaluation from me.