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Examines dance in multiple cultural, artistic, historical and performance contexts, using lectures, video, demonstration, viewing live performances and exploration of selected dance styles. This course meets the Cabrillo College multicultural studies requirement. CAB GE C, CSU GE C1, IGETC 3A, Cal-GETC 3A.

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Introduces intermediate level Jazz Dance techniques and performance skills, with emphasis placed on improvisational skills, stylistic interpretation, and "the cool" in the context of 20th century Jazz Dance history. Recommended Preparation: DANCE 9B or equivalent skills. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the physical study of historic Jazz Dance techniques and styles from DANCE 10A with emphasis placed on accuracy of reproduction and individual stylistic interpretation. Recommended Preparation: DANCE 10A or equivalent skills. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Provides a supportive and playful group environment for students of any level to explore personal and expressive movement, the creative process, and improvisation techniques. May be offered in a distance-learning format. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of improvisational skills and techniques from DANCE 11A while introducing aspects of performance and group synergy to find relationships between imagination, movement, and dancemaking. May be offered in a distance-learning format. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces the art of making dances for choreographers working in any style of dance, and is open to students with little or no dance experience. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of crafting dances from Choreography I, while expanding the use of formal structures and more complex content, to develop dances that reflect the creative vision of the dancemaker. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Presents the rehearsal processes and performance styles of faculty and guest artists, culminating in a fully produced dance concert. Repeatability: This course may be taken no more than four times, including in any combination with the following course(s): DANCE 13, 14A, 53, 92, 57, 67. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Choreograph, perform, and collaborate in the creation of dances that are presented in a concert focused on the work of emerging student dance artists. Presents opportunity to produce choreography performances and collaborations. May be offered in a distance-learning format. Repeatability: This course may be taken no more than four times, including in any combination with the following course(s): DANCE 13, 14A, 53, 92, 57, 67. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces the Salsa Dance genre and its social importance for the student with little or no experience in the form. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of physical and expressive techniques from Salsa Dance I with emphasis placed on performing more complex Salsa Dance figures. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Salsa Dance from Salsa Dance II, synthesizing Salsa techniques with emphasis on personal expression and creativity within the cultural form. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces the fundamentals of Mexican Folklórico Dance techniques, sones jaroches, jaliscienses, huastecos y sinaloenses, to students with little or no experience in this form. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Mexican Folklórico Dance from Baile Folklórico: Regional Dances of Mexico I, introducing the indigenous and mestizo dances of Mexico, with a focus on dance as a performing art. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces fundamentals of Latin Dance techniques, merengue, salsa, cha cha, and bachata, to students with little or no dance experience. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Latin Dance from DANCE 17A, introducing the Rumba and Samba, and beginning the focus on Latin forms for performance and competition. May be taken 1 time; thereafter may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Latin Dance from Latin Dance II, introducing the Mambo and Cumbia forms with focus skill building for competition and advanced level performance. May be taken 1 time; thereafter may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Latin Dance from Latin Dance III, introducing the Bolero and refining the Mambo and Cumbia forms, focusing on competition and advanced level performance. May be taken 1 time; thereafter may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces African dances from various regions in Africa including their social, historical and cultural significance. Repeatability: May be taken 1 times; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces the foundation of current physical and expressive Hip Hop Dance techniques to the student with little or no experience in the form by focusing on basic skills, musicality and the different Hip Hop Dance genres. Recommended CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the exploration of foundational techniques in Hip Hop Dance from Hip Hop Dance I with increasing emphasis on the use of correct form and safe performance for personal expression. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Hip Hop Dance techniques from Hip Hop Dance II synthesizing Hip Hop Dance techniques with personal expression and musicality, encouraging the student to find a personal connection to the dance form. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues and deepens the practice of Hip Hop Dance techniques from Hip Hop Dance III, elaborating on Hip Hop movement styles to refine personal expressivity, musicality, and the use of poetic imagery to connect to the dance form. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces the basic steps and skills in selected ballroom dance styles including Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing, Two Step, Salsa and additional popular ballroom dances. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the study of Ballroom techniques from DANCE 21A and applies them to following and leading in selected ballroom dance styles including Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing, Two Step, Salsa, and additional popular ballroom dances. May be taken 1 time; thereafter, may be audited. Prerequisite: DANCE 21A or equivalent skills. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Introduces basic dance techniques, dance vocabulary, and elements of expressive style while promoting ease and confidence in movement. Repeatability: May be taken 1 times; thereafter, may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues the introduction of a survey of dance techniques and dance vocabularies from DANCE 2A, adding elements of expressivity and differentiating styles in the techniques studied. Prerequisite: DANCE 2A or equivalent skills. Repeatability: May be taken 1 time; thereafter may be audited. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Presents instruction in the six principles of Pilates mat work with an emphasis on body/mind awareness, increased strength, flexibility, and efficient movement function leading to higher level performance in dance techniques and movement skills. Transfers to CSU; UC, with limits: Any or all KIN activity courses combined: maximum credit-4 units. DANCE 3AP is considered a KIN activity course. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Continues instruction in the six principles of Pilates mat work with an emphasis on body/mind awareness, increased strength, flexibility, and efficient movement function leading to higher level performance in all dance techniques and movement skills. Transfers to CSU; UC, with limits: Any or all KIN activity courses combined: maximum credit-4 units. DANCE 3BP is considered a KIN activity course. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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Teaches performance of the six principles of Pilates work with an emphasis on sequences increasing strength, flexibility, and efficient movement function leading to higher level performance in all dance techniques and movement skills. Transfers to CSU; UC, with limits: Any or all KIN activity courses combined: maximum credit-4 units. DANCE 3CP is considered a KIN activity course. CAB GE E, CSU GE E (Beg. F'13- may be used to meet Area E if combined with other non-activity Area E units from the CG or NUTR (CAHM) departments).

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