DNCE 60 - AFRICAN DANCE II

    Recent Professors
    M. Jones
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023
    Class Size
    25–30 students
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    This movement course is an introduction to the history and performance of African dance and drumming. Students will be introduced to African folk and cultural dance movements and song forms including poly rhythms, vocalizations and integration of movement to live drumming. This course examines the way that African dance functions as a social and cultural expression, focusing on universal elements such as drumming, singing, storytelling, community, and the environment. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Tue 7:30pm–9:20pm, Tue 7:00pm–8:50pm