DANCE 174

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Irish Dance, Beginning

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Introduction to traditional Irish dance techniques and skills.

When Taught

Contact Department

Min

1

Fixed/Max

1

Fixed

0

Fixed

3

Title

Technical Skill and Artistry

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate Irish solo, soft and hard shoe dances and ceili dances with correct technique. 

Title

Technical Skill and Artistry

Learning Outcome

Students will develop accurate sequential movment patterns, step combinations, and rhythms. 

Title

Technical Skill and Artistry

Learning Outcome

Students will establish stylistically correct alignment, placement and weight shifting. 

Title

Research and Theory

Learning Outcome

Students will increase in cultural knowledge in Irish dance music, costuming and history.