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Nov 04, 2026
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HUMA 268 - Introduction to Jazz Dance Technique
PROGRAM: Humanities
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019
Introduces students to the jazz dance style of movement as it integrates with sound biomechanical principles. The development of jazz dance in relation to jazz music will be examined through historical study. The course will approach jazz dance as an art form, an entertainment medium and as a vehicle for self-expression. An understanding, appreciation and critical analysis of jazz dance will be cultivated through participation in and viewing of live performances and/or historically relevant videos.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the students will be expected to:
- Compare and contrast jazz dance to other dance mediums.
- Demonstrate jazz dance techniques.
- Demonstrate proper stretching and strengthening exercises for dance.
- Discuss jazz dance using basic dance terminology.
- Participate in live dance performances.
- Attend and critique dance performances.
- Analyze & discuss choreography.
- Follow stage directions.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Origins of jazz dance
- Major jazz choreographers
- Jazz dance terminology
- The history of jazz dance
- Basic jazz dance technique
- Costumes for dance
- Jazz dance as an art form
- The dance audience
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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