Introduction to Dance Theory 1

Course unit code:

107UTT1

Course unit title:

Mode of delivery:

zápočet

Range:

1/T

Type of course unit:

Study plan Obor Choreografie (Bc) – compulsory subject
Study plan Obor Taneční věda (Bc) – compulsory subject

Level of course unit:

Year of study

Study plan Obor Choreografie (Bc) – 1st year
Study plan Obor Taneční věda (Bc) – 1st year

Semester when the course unit is delivered

zimní

Number of ECTS credits allocated:

Garant předmětu:

Helena KAZÁROVÁ

Name of lecturer(s):

Helena KAZÁROVÁ

Study Objectives:

Představit posluchačům základní pojmy z choreologie, možné přístupy k jejich definování.

Mode of delivery:

Presentation of the given issues with subsequent discussions, analyses of definitions.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Knowledge of basic dance concepts and their content at least at the dance conservatory graduate level. Analytical skills.

Recommended optional programme components

No elective requirements.

Course contents:

Dance theory as a Choreology discipline. Possiple approaches to the definition of dance, its fundamental types from a viewpoint of the function it fulfills in society. Definition of dance technique, its techique-aesthetic principles based on academic (classical) technique. Development of dance terminology. Defining concepts connected to the theatrical concept of dance and a dance work: ballet, movement theatre, dance theatre, etc.

Study materials:

Kazárová, Helena: Když se řekně TANEC.In: Hudební rozhledy, 2008, s.

Kazárová, Helena: Když se řekne: TANEČNÍ TECHNIKA. In: Hudení rozhledy, 2008, s.

Kazárová, Helena: Když se řekne: BALET. In: Hudební rozhledy, 2008, s.

Jenčík, Joe: Tanec a jeho tváření. Praha 1926

Jenčík, Joe: Skoky do prázdna. Praha 1946

Rey, Jan: Jak se dívat na tanec, Praha

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lecture

Assessment methods and criteria

Credit is awarded based on active participation in lectures and good quality submitted writing.

Language of instruction:

Czech

Work placement(s):

none

Course web page:

Note:

none

Schedule for winter semester 2011/2012:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2011/2012:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

Obor Choreografie (Bc) (next compulsory subject)
Obor Taneční věda (Bc) (next compulsory subject)