Dance

Year Course

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

This course in theater dance covers the basic principles of jazz, tap, and ballet. It is recommended for students who have had little or no dance training and who are interested in studying dance as an art form. Students are required to perform at all school functions and community functions. Some written work is required, and dance classes require special shoes. 

 

This course may NOT be used as a make-up/substitute for year 1 or 2 of the Core Physical Education requirement.  

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

This course in Folklorico dance covers a variety of creative dance movement experiences. Students will be exposed to basic dance techniques and principles including exploration of various rhythms, dance styles, spatial relationships, and the use of kinetic energy. The Folklorico dances emphasized in this course originate primarily from Mexico and Latin America. Lectures, readings, written work, and visual presentations on the history and culture of each region will further develop an appreciation and understanding of how and why these ethnic dances evolved. Students are required to perform at school functions and community functions and in one or more productions. 

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

Prerequisite: Beginning Folklorico Dance, dance experience, or teacher recommendation

 

This class is a continuation of skills and dances learned in Beginning Folklorico dance. Students will develop further style and technique and learn additional dances as a prerequisite for the Advanced level. In-depth study of ethnic dances will require written work and visual presentations on the history and culture of the specific region studied by the students. Students are required to perform at school and community functions.

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

Prerequisite: Intermediate Folklorico Dance, advanced dance experience, or teacher recommendation

 

This class is a continuation of the skills and dances learned in Intermediate Folklorico Dance. Advanced dance skills and principles will be further developed. A greater emphasis will be given to authentic style and visual presentation, and students will participate in 12 performances throughout the year. In-depth study of ethnic dances will be required including written work and lectures. Students are required to perform at school functions and community functions.