DefinitionThe study of dance is the study of expressive, organized, rhythmical human movement through time and space. It is concerned with the performance of this movement in all eras and cultures, as theatre, as religion and as a social function. The program in dance at MSJC emphasizes the study of the human body as a vehicle for expression.
Program Description
The dance program at MSJC provides opportunities for the student to participate in a two-year training experience in the techniques of modern dance, ballet, jazz, dance and musical theatre dance, dance performance and production, history and appreciation of dance and choreography (dance composition)while completing the freshman and sophomore year. Allied closely with the other performing arts, and music, dance students are encouraged to add breadth to their education through these other programs. The dance program provides preparation for transfer to a four-year school for a BA in Dance.
Distinctive Features
Dance at MSJC is part of one of the most active performing arts programs of any college its size. In addition to providing students a path to facilitate matriculation to a four-year college, it gives the serious student an opportunity to commit himself or herself to an active, challenging program of classwork, technical training and dance performance in a small liberal arts college environment.
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Ms. Gail Hoak - E-mail Gail
Phone SJ: 487.6752 ext. 1572, Fax: 487-1452, MVC: 672-6752 ext. 2558
| An associate in Arts degree is available through the humanities area by completing Dan 100, 125, 133 and 212 as well as two semesters of technique classes from the following: Dan 121 122, 123, 126, 127, and 204. | It is highly suggested that the student be enrolled in a technique class (or more than one) every semester.An additional 4-6 units from any courses in theatre and music for a total of 18 units. |
Transfer Preparation
All dance courses taught at MSJC parallel those taught at the California State University system and at the University of California system. For example, the following courses are required of a dance major at UC Riverside during the freshman and sophomore years and may be completed at MSJC: Dan 100,125 and consistent,regular enrollment in dance technique (Dan 121, 122, 123, 126, 127 and 204).
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