33-3031 West African Dance Technique III

This course goes deeper into 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
PREREQUISITES: 33-2031 West African Dance Technique II or 33-2032 West African Dance Technique II (F)
Requirements Department Permission