DANC303

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DANC303

Analyzing the Meaning in Movement: An Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis DANC303 FA

Not Currently Offered

This class will focus on theories of human movement developed by Rudolf Laban known as Effort/Shape and Space Harmony. It will introduce this material through improvisation, composition assignments, observation, readings and group discussion, both as a methodology for observing/describing the structural and qualitative aspects of human movement and as a means of experiencing a greater range of personal expressivity and creativity in movement. This approach to movement analysis can be applied to, and provide insight in, the study of anthropology, psychology, theater and education as well as dance performance, choreography, teaching and scholarship.

MAJOR READINGS

Cecily Dell, A PRIMER FOR MOVEMENT
DESCRIPTION
Cecily Dell, SPACE HARMONY
Valerie Preston-Dunlop, A HANDBOOK FOR DANCE IN EDUCATION
Selected excerpts from the works of Rudolf Laban, Irmgard
Bartenieff, Marion North, Warren Lamb, etc.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Periodic quizzes on reading assignments and class material; comprehensive final exam.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Concurrent enrollment in dance technique or improvisation course preferred.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Fieldwork Seminar Studio

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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