Units: 2
Hours: Studio, 3 hours; screening, 1 hour; extra reading, 1 hour; individual study, 1 hour
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Description: West African dance technique at intermediate level. Vigorous class with focus on rhythm, songs, and culture as well as dance choreographies traditionally performed for rites of passage, courtship, coming of age, and storytelling. Emphasizes community building and individual poten- tial. Course is repeatable.