DANC 220 West African Dance Technique II

This course focuses on the techniques, terminology, and history common to traditional West African Dances, primarily those derived from the Old Mali Empire. Developmental exercises will condition the body and refine the ear for the polycentric and polyrhythmic requirements of the forms. Students will learn rhythms (steps) that integrate polycentric somatic forms in space with polyrhythmic patterns in time and emphasize grounded stance and appropriate use of alignment.

Repeatable: Y
Formerly 33-2031
Prerequisites DANC 121 West African Dance Technique IB or 33 1212 Intro to Dance Technique II or 33 1341 West African Dance Technique I
Minimum Credits 1 Maximum Credits 1

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