Dance - Let's Dance A
Length of Course
Level
Learning Area
Core or Specialist
Pre-requisites
Nil
Subject Description
Let's Dance A
Throughout the course, students will deepen their understanding and appreciation of dance. They will engage in both practical and theoretical components while exploring various dance styles and techniques.
Students will also get the opportunity to learn and create choreography and perform their dance pieces at our showcase nights.
Year 8 Dance aims to cultivate students’ physical capabilities, artistic talents and critical thinking skills which will prepare them for future studies in dance.
If you are selecting one semester of Dance in Year 8, please select Let's Dance A.
Students will explore aspects of the following topics:
- Understanding and applying elementary choreographic devices and structures
- Preparing for and participating in group performances.
- Developing stage presence, confidence and the ability to engage the audience when performing.
- Exploring different dance genres such as Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballet and cultural dances.
- Learning how to create original dance compositions.
- Developing proficiency in various dance techniques specific to different genres.
- Practising core dance elements: alignment, balance, flexibility, coordination and control
- Applying knowledge of safe dance practices to prevent injuries and enhance physical performance.
- Investigate the origins and development of various dance styles and genres.
There are practical and theoretical assessments in this subject.
Year 9 Dance
Year 9 Musical
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