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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Dance
Course Descriptions


Dance

Students of dance learn to express ideas and emotions through dance forms such as ballet, modern, jazz, ethnic and folk dance. Classes cover such topics as dance technique, choreography and the history of dance.

Courses in Dance as listed in the 2008-2009 WNC catalog. Back to the Dance main page.

Courses
DAN 101 Dance Appreciation
    Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Provides a non-technical course which offers an understanding and appreciation of the art of dance, with special focus on the artists and styles.
DAN 132 Jazz Dance (beginning)
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: none
Introduces beginning techniques of jazz dance. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 135 Beginning Ballet
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: none
Introduces beginning techniques of ballet. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 144 Beginning Tap Dancing
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: none
Introduces beginning techniques of tap dance. May be repeated for up to four credits.
DAN 160B Hip-Hop Dance
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: none
Teaches beginning techniques of hip-hop dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 232 Jazz Dance (intermediate)
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: DAN 132
Emphasizes intermediate techniques of jazz dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 244 Tap Dance (intermediate)
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: DAN 144 or consent of instructor
Emphasizes intermediate techniques of tap dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
DAN 260B Intermediate Hip-Hop Dance
    Credits: 1. Prerequisites: DAN 160B
Teaches intermediate techniques of hip-hop dance. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.
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