Dance Page

Studio:

There are two professional well-lit dance studios; 40 feet wide by 30 feet deep. Both studios have sprung hardwood floors covered in gray "ROSCOE" non-slip dance flooring. Two walls in each studio are equipped with floor to ceiling mirrors. Permanent ballet barres exist in both studios. Each studio is equipped with a Harmon Kardon stereo system and four JBL speakers. There is a piano in each studio as well as conga drums and percussion instruments.

Equipment (list of equipment that students will have access to in the course of their studies):

•Dance costumes

•Dance text books

•4 portable stereo systems

•Dance resource books

•TV / VCR

•Dance archival tapes

•Video camera

•Video Cassette tapes

•C.d.'s

•Audio Cassette tapes

Courses (describing the entire art area):

Dance is basically self expression through movement. Although we may not realize it, most of our basic knowledge came to us through movement. We come to know many things through our bodies, and from the many different life experiences which are registered in our muscles as memories. Aside from helping us understand the world around us, studying dance can be beneficial in many ways. In the performance of dance, students can develop physical fitness, good health, body awareness, self esteem and a feeling of self worth. The self discipline involved in dance can be transferred to the world of work, as can creative thinking skills. The study of dance helps to foster a greater appreciation for culture and art in general. All Dance students are required to participate in a variety of student performances. All dance courses are enriched by guest artists, films, dance excursions, etc.

NOTE: Performance is an integral part of all dance courses offered at Cardinal Carter. The component covering performances and rehearsals may be scheduled level appropriately.
Students are expected to achieve 60% or higher in all dance courses.

Proper Dance Wear for All Dance Students:
Ballet (Girls) Ballet (Boys)Black Leotard Black or White T ShirtPink Tights Black TightsBallet Slippers Ballet Slippers(Pink or White) (White or Black)
Modern (Girls & Boys) Jazz (Girls or Boys)
 Leotard LeotardT Shirt (Boys) T Shirt (Boys)Footless Tights TightsFootless Unitard (optional) Unitard (optional)Ballet Slippers/Jazz Shoes (optional)Hair: must be well groomed and worn off the neck and face

Jewelry: is not to be worn during class, rehearsals or performances.

Loose fitting clothing such as sweatshirts, sweat pants, plastic pants, leg warmers etc. MAY be worn as warm up/cool down clothing only, but NOT during dance class.

Course Outlines:


Dance Courses

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PDANCE9 DANCE –BALLET, (GRADE 9), OPEN
DANCE-MODERN, (GRADE 9), OPEN
CREDIT: 2

These courses emphasize the basic movements of one or more world dance forms, and the scientific and safety principles related to dance. Students will create movement vocabulary for dance compositions, express themselves through movement, and investigate the historical and cultural development of dance. They will also learn about creative influences on dancers and choreographers, and the role of criticism in the art of dance. This course is designed to familiarize the student with dance as a performing art form. Students will be actively involved in the development of technical and creative skills in Ballet and Modern. Dance, Dance history, composition, anatomy, nutrition and health pertaining to the dancer are taught as additional components of the program.
Participation in a variety of dance repertoire, ensemble work and performances is mandatory and therefore, constitutes part of the evaluation process.

 

PDANC10 DANCE-BALLET, (GRADE 10), OPEN
DANCE-MODERN, (GRADE 10), OPEN
CREDIT: 2

This course is designed to further develop technical and creative skills in dance with an emphasis on classical Ballet and Modern dance. Throughout the course students work to develop their dance skills and learn the theoretical basis for working in an anatomically correct manner when executing dance movements. Student learning will include the processes that form the basis for creating dance; the historical development of dance; students’ own aesthetic appreciation of dance as they participate in dance class, rehearsals, and performances; and the specialized vocabulary of dance criticism. A portion of this course will focus on theoretical topics such as dance history, anatomy, dance injuries and nutrition.
Participation in a variety of dance repertoire, ensemble work and performances is mandatory and therefore, constitutes part of the evaluation process.

 

PDANC11 DANCE-BALLET, (GRADE 11), UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION
DANCE-MODERN, (GRADE 11), UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION, CREDIT: 2

These courses emphasize the development of technical, composition, and presentation skills in one or more world dance forms, (ie: Classical , Ballet and Modern dance). Students will acquire and refine dance skills; compose and present increasingly complex dance works; interpret and evaluate a variety of dance presentations; and study the historical development of various dance forms and the function of dance in specific cultures.
A portion of this course will be developed to dance theory which will include topics such as dance history, anatomy, dance injuries and nutrition as it applies to the dancer.
Prerequisite: Dance Grade 9 or 10, Open
Participation in a variety of dance repertoire, ensemble work and performances is mandatory and therefore part of the evaluation process.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: GRADE 12

If you would like the two credit Arts package please choose: PDANC12

If you only wish to take the one required Arts credit please choose: ATC4M1

DANCE, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION (REQUIRED) CREDIT:1

This course emphasizes the development of technical proficiency and the creation and presentation of complex compositions. Working in the Classical Ballet and Modern Dance idioms. Students will acquire increasingly difficult technical skills; assume leadership as dancers, choreographers, and production personnel; analyze and evaluate dance performances; and study historical and cultural aspects of dance, especially of dance in Canada.
Prerequisite: Dance, Grade 11, University/College Preparation or Open
Student participation in a variety of dance repertoire, ensemble work and performances is mandatory and therefore part of the evaluation process.

 

 

DANCE PERFORMANCE PRACTICE, GRADE 12,
UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE PREPARATION (OPTIONAL)
CREDIT: 1

This course focuses on dance performance. Students will be actively involved in the preparation, practice and refinement of dance performance skills. As in previous dance courses students will continue to work towards the development and perfection of increasingly complex and difficult technical skills; as strong technical skills are an essential component of dance performance. Students will be required to perform in a variety of dance styles and venues and will further develop critical and analytical skills relating to dance performances.

Prerequisite: Dance, Grade 11, University/College Preparation or Open
Student participation in a variety of dance repertoire, ensemble work and performances is mandatory and therefore part of the evaluation process.

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