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Theatre and Dance
become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 1 of Ar Rinci Foirne
are covered. No dance experience is required; the Ceili courses may be taken in any order as there are no
prerequisites for any Ceili courses. Graded pass/no credit.
DA162 Irish Ceili Book II 0 or 1 credits
This course introduces students to ceili dances which form part of the Irish dance tradition. Ceili dances
are social, group dances intended for general participation. A few basic dance steps are learned which
become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 2 of Ar Rinci Foirne
are covered. No dance experience is required; the Ceili courses may be taken in any order as there are no
prerequisites for any Ceili courses. Graded pass/no credit.
DA163 Irish Ceili Book III 0 or 1 credits
This course introduces students to ceili dances which form part of the Irish dance tradition. Ceili dances
are social, group dances intended for general participation. A few basic dance steps are learned which
become the foundation for numerous group dances. The ceili dances found in Part 3 of Ar Rinci Foirne
are covered. No dance experience is required; the Ceili courses may be taken in any order as there are no
prerequisites for any Ceili courses. Graded pass/no credit.
DA210 Tap II 0 or 2 credits
This course continues to build student’s knowledge of tap terminology and offers an intermediate level
of tap technique. Prerequisites: DA110 and consent of instructor
DA220 Jazz II 0 or 2 credits
This course continues to work toward building the vocabulary of jazz technique, isolations, and
extended rhythmical phrasing. Prerequisites: DA120 and consent of instructor.
DA230 Modern II 0 or 2 credits
This course continues to build students’ modern dance technique. Students are introduced to the
principles of improvisation, blend of techniques including fall and recovery, and contraction and release.
Prerequisites: DA130 and consent of instructor.
DA240 Ballet II 0 or 2 credits
The course builds the beginning ballet vocabulary, furthering the acquisition of placement and
technique, ballet terminology, and ballet as an art form. Prerequisite:s DA140 and consent of instructor.
DA250-259 Special Topics in Dance 1-3 credits
This course deals with specialized topics, including those relevant to the dancer or choreographer. Topics
may include: Ballroom Dance, Men’s Class, Fosse, Jerome Robbins Choreographic Approach, Classical or
Contemporary Repertory, Clogging, Pilates/Yoga, Dance Fitness, etc. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
DA261 Irish Traditional Sets and Music 0 or 1 credits
This course covers the seven traditional set dances in the Irish dance canon: St. Patrick’s Day, Garden
of Daisies, The Blackbird, Job of Journeywork, King of the Fairies, Three Sea Captains, and Jockey to the
Fair. The course is intended for experienced Irish dancers who plan to pursue preparation for the T.C.R.G.
exam. In addition to actual dances, set dance music is studied as well. The music from approximately
eight other set pieces are studied along with the seven traditional sets. Consent of instructor required.
DA262 Irish Solo Sets and Music 0 or 1 credits
This course covers a variety of solo set dances in the Irish dance canon which are not considered
traditional sets. The course is intended for experienced Irish dancers who plan to pursue preparation
for the T.C.R.G. exam. In addition to actual dances, set dance music is studied as well. The music from
approximately fifteen set pieces are studied along with the required number of set dances. Consent of
instructor required.
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