Minor in Dance at Saint Marys University of Minnesota
Saint Mary’s now offers a minor in Dance. The dance minor complements current performing arts majors and provides more options for students in other majors. This 21-credit minor offers courses in dance techniques, dance history, dance composition, nutrition, voice and movement, and anatomy and kinesiology.
Irish Dance Track
Saint Mary’s is also offering an Irish dance track - the only university-associated program in the country - which will prepare students for the certification needed to teach Irish dance.
Most students of Irish dance become less involved with their dance schools as they head off to college. Many would still like to continue with Irish dance but find it difficult since they are away from their dance schools. Saint Mary’s now offers an Irish dance program as part of the Theatre Arts curriculum. Often Irish dancers decide to teach dance after they stop competing and performing. The SMU Irish dance program provides the information and experience necessary for students to prepare to take the T.C.R.G. (teacher certification) exam. Even if the student decides not to pursue the T.C.R.G., the program gives students a comprehensive, broad based perspective of Irish dance. All the pieces they have learned in their past dance training will come together with new information to form a comprehensive Irish dance experience.
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Excel in the art of dance performance and production with a minor in Dance offered through the department of Communication and Performance Studies. You will take courses that will foster the development of your individual creative voice and provide you with diverse artistic and academic opportunities. Through studies in dance technique, composition, conditioning, and various workshops and ensembles, you will be prepared to succeed in dance-related fields, or pursue more advanced studies of dance after graduation.
Music Minor (20 credits):
A. Basic musicianship courses; all of the following:
MU130 Music Fundamentals I*
MU131 Music Fundamentals II*
MU160 Music Theory I
MU170 Ear Training I
B. The following course:
MU150 Experiencing Music
C. Music history; one of the following:
MU255 Jazz History
MU341 Music History I
MU342 Music History II
D. 4 semesters of private instruction in major performing instrument.
E. 6 semesters of ensembles; at least 3 semesters must be for credit.
*MU130 and MU131 II, or equivalent proficiency, are prerequisites for MU160. All students must
The dance program seeks students with a passion to move, dance, and be creative. Dance majors and minors study modern dance and ballet technique, dance history, choreography, and criticism and analysis. African Dance, Ballet Folklorico, Jazz, Pointe, Tap, Pilates, and Yoga are offered to provide a wider range of technique, and students will enrich their knowledge further by taking classes in music and theatre. Call Professor Cathy Davalos at (925) 631-4824 for information about the Dance Company or other opportunities to pursue dance studies at Saint Mary’s College.
The Saint Mary's College Dance Company
Professor Cathy Davalos, Artistic Director of
Do you have a passion for music? A music minor at the University of Minnesota, Crookston will compliment any of our major degree programs. Besides playing an instrument or singing, you can also pursue other music related career opportunities such as piano teacher, choir and community musical director.
Students pursuing a minor in Dance take the following courses.
Dance Minor 21 credits:
A. The following courses:
PE165 Nutrition (0 credit)
DA280 Anatomy and Kinesiology for the Performing Artist (3 credits)
DA370 Dance Composition (2 credits)
DA380 Dance History (3 credits)
B. Two credits of Modern at level II or higher, class choices to fulfill requirement:
DA230 Modern II (prerequisite: Modern I or consent) (2 credits)
DA330 Modern III (2 credits)
DA430 Modern IV (2 credits)
C. Two credits of Ballet at level II or higher, class choices to fulfill requirement:
DA240 Ballet II (prerequisite: Ballet I or consent) (2 credits)
DA340 Ballet III (2 credits)
DA440 Ballet IV (2 credits)
DA450
The music major is a general liberal arts curriculum for the student with a strong interest in music who does not plan to pursue a performance career. The student may wish to continue their education in a specific masters degree program or pursue a different career option. If the student is planning to complete both the BA in Music and the Master of Arts in Instruction degree leading to teaching licensure, the BA in music electives must include all of the required music education course work.
Excel in the art of dance performance and production with a minor in Dance offered through the department of Communication and Performance Studies. You will take courses that will foster the development of your individual creative voice and provide you with diverse artistic and academic opportunities. Through studies in dance technique, composition, conditioning, and various workshops and ensembles, you will be prepared to succeed in dance-related fields, or pursue more advanced studies of dance after graduation.
Minor in Dance (16 hours)
DANC 243 Dance Ensemble Workshop/NYDC (minimum of 3 hours)
One of the following:
DANC 240 Introduction to Dance
DANC 241 Contemporary Issues in Dance
DANC
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