Jazz technique

This intermediate course will increase your technique, focus and knowledge in this inspiring and creative class. Week by week you will hone your performance skills, building up to a set routine.

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Key course information

Dates
14/09/11 - 07/12/11

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
13 weeks

Time
14:15 - 15:45

Fees
Full fee: £90
Senior fee: £51
Concession: £36

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DD017

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

To have an enjoyable and involved experience of jazz dance and exercise. Drawing from traditional jazz, each class will build weekly, or at the class pace, working towards a set routine at the end of the term. Our aim is to have a greater awareness of the body, improved technique and an appreciation of jazz dance and its varied styles and techniques.

What topics will we cover?

A physical body and mind warm-up, focusing on stretching and warming of the muscles for flexibility, leading to an anatomical awareness of the body.
Floor exercises to strengthen and tone muscles, and breathing techniques.
Step combinations across the floor, introducing the use of dance steps and enabling you to exercise the mind for retaining movement and an awareness of the style.
Exploring and practising dance dynamics, co-ordination, musicality and performance.
Dance combinations created to jazz music for you to improve technique and build awareness of the style, rhythms and syncopation.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Have a greater awareness and appreciation of jazz dance and music.
Have a greater awareness of the body, flexibility and strength with an understanding of co-ordination and the mental dexterity needed for dance and movement.
Have increased technique, focus and knowledge.
Perform from memory a set routine.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For those who have had some training and experience in dance and movement and wish to broaden their dance vocabulary.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Follow spoken instructions.
• Use numbers to recognise musical phrasing within dance.
• Work within groups and pairs safely.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

A practical class working as a group and in pairs.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The correct dance wear e.g. dance leotards, jazz pants, sports wear, jazz shoes, trainers. There are many dance wear shops situated in and around Covent Garden.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Your general well being and an awareness of your energy and ability. Quicker response to learning exercises and dance combinations, more at ease with your own body and flexibility of movement. More confidence to assert yourself within a class setting.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Classical ballet 2, Musical theatre dance.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
11/01/12 to 28/03/12	Wed	14:15 - 15:45	12 weeks	£90	£51	£36	DD018	Started	» Select
25/04/12 to 27/06/12	Wed	14:15 - 15:45	10 weeks	£75	£42	£30	DD019	Available	» Select
14/09/11 to 07/12/11	Wed	14:15 - 15:45	13 weeks	£90	£51	£36	DD017	Finished	» Select