Introduction to Dance of West Africa

2 units

This course entails the study of West African Dances and the Music that accompanies them. Special emphasis will be placed on the dance, music, culture, language and arts of the Ivory Coast. This course will address the relationship between music and dance and their social and cultural significance. The class will consist of lecture and demonstration followed by active participation by students, primarily dancing and drumming. Outside of class students will build technique and develop an appreciation and understanding of the relevant resources available and how to research them. May be repeated one time.