DANCE 15 - Intermediate Jazz

    Recent Professors
    Moreno M. O.
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a continuation of Dance 14, building on the intermediate jazz dance techniques, styles, movement vocabulary, kinesiological awareness, and historical knowledge of jazz dance in America. The course introduces new skills and movement variations from various jazz styles. Combinations further explore dance expression in jazz with complex dance sequences, varied musicality, and improvisation. The technique studied investigates the use of rhythm, dynamics, space, and energy while disciplining the body and developing motor skills as a tool for creative self expression at an intermediate level. Historical studies on topics surrounding American jazz dance pioneers, codified styles, cultural influences, and current trends will be included. Attendance of dance productions for which students must purchase tickets (see smc.edu/dance) is required along with written assignments.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:50pm