DANCE 244 A: Movement Practices: Special Topics

Autumn 2024
Meeting:
TTh 4:30pm - 6:20pm / MNY 267
SLN:
13849
Section Type:
Studio
Instructor:
Miguel Balllumbrosio
AFRO-PERUVIAN ZAPATEO INTRODUCES THE AFRO-PERUVIAN STYLE OF STEP DANCE CALLED ZAPATEO (SHOE TAPPING) DEVELOPED AMONG AFRICAN DESCENT POPULATIONS IN THE PERUVIAN COAST. ZAPATEO INVOLVES A VARIETY OF RHYTHMS USING DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE BODY (HEEL, BALL, SOLE, HANDS, HITTING AGAINST THE FLOOR OR ON THE BODY). STUDENTS WILL LEARN BOTH GROUP CHOREOGRAPHY AS WELL AS COUNTERPOINT IMPROVISATION PROPER OF THIS TRADITION. ~~ REGISTRATION QUESTIONS? CONTACT DANCEADV@UW.EDU
Catalog Description:
Investigating specific movement practices through embodied practice. Focus varies each quarter. Assignments may include attending community events and performances, reading and writing, and individual practice. Studio based. Recommended: at least one quarter of dance training or equivalent dance experience
GE Requirements Met:
Arts and Humanities (A&H)
Credits:
2.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
July 1, 2025 - 5:59 pm