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DANC377

Perspectives on World Dance DANC377 SP

Crosslistings: ANTH325

Spring 97 Availability (Last Updated on Sat Mar 8 05:00:06 EST 1997 )

Section  Limit  Enrollment  Available
  01       15      15         0

Perspectives on World Dance considers theories and methods of dance anthropology and takes up the study of selected world dance forms. Written descriptions and analyses will be augmented with several live demonstrations, films, videotapes and musical recordings. Problems of understanding different aesthetics, defining categories of dance, and establishing cultural contexts will be introduced. The examples of dance from different cultures will be used to explore these issues and to increase knowledge and understanding of the rich and varied development of dance forms around the world.

MAJOR READINGS

To be announced.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

A written commentary on a live performance, a midterm examination, a class presentation and a research paper.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

The demonstrations of dance and music will be given by guest artists from the World Dance and Music programs. Prior experience in dance or anthropology is required.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA DANC

Prerequisites: None

Section 01: Alejandro, P; Times: M.W.... 11:00AM;; Grading Mode: A/F; Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1; Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997

About the Photo:

A dancer from Burundi

Reference:

Berger, Renato. AFRICAN DANCE, Amsterdam: Heinrichshofen's Verlag, 1984

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