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3 GRADUATION DEGREE 10+2

B.A. Dance Syllabus

Syllabus of Dance as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Year I

Sr. No.

Subjects of Study

1

Choreography 1: Constructing the Body – An exploration of a range of choreographic principles, performance practice, research, and analysis and study skills.

2

Movement Techniques: Codified Practice Level 1 – Principally incorporating the techniques of Cunningham, Limon and Release, as well as other contemporary styles from guest tutors.

3

Movement Technique and Improvisation: Somatic Practice – An introduction to anatomy and body-mind techniques, such as Alexander Technique & Shin Somatic.

4

New Media and Performance Practice – An introduction to a range of digital software and practical projects exploring their use in dance performance.

5

Collaborative Practice 1 – An investigation into collaboration and creativity in dance performance.

Year II

1

Choreography 2: Body as a Conscious Site – Developing choreography through Cultural and Experiential memory, creating group and solo work.

2

Movement Techniques: Codified Practice Level 2 – Principally incorporating the techniques of Cunningham, Limon and Release. Other contemporary styles from guest tutors.

3

Movement Techniques: Contact Improvisation – An exploration through improvisation of dynamic and weight interchange between two or more practitioners.

4

Dance on Camera: The practice of screen dance – Exploring the relationship between dance and the lens.

5

Collaborative Practice 2: Sound and Site – Working with composers and musicians from the school of music, plus professional site-specific performance making.

Year III

1

Choreography 3 – Your final independent project - written or practical.

2

Movement Techniques: Codified Practice Level 3 – Principally incorporating the techniques of Cunningham, Limon and Release. Other contemporary styles from guest tutors.

3

Movement Technique & Improvisation: Somatic Research – Further development of somatic skills focusing on self-enquiry, movement therapy and the creative and performing body.

4

The Company – Formation of a company to work with a professional choreographer.

5

Professional Portfolio: The Enterprising Artist – Work placement, and the construction of your professional portfolio.

 

B.A. Dance Employment Areas

  • Music & Dance Firms
  • Film Industry
  • Educational Institutes
  • Dance Academies
  • Theatres
  • Stage Show Bands
  • Cultural Activity Offices

B.A. Dance Job Types

  • Dance Teacher
  • Sales Executive
  • Dance Expert
  • Freelance Dance Performance Artist
  • Music, Dance & Theatre Team Member