Coronado Unified School District
Coronado High School
Coronado School of the Arts
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Advanced Dance Repertory
C120
Dance Repertory
2 semesters; 5 units per semester
12
CONTENT: Advanced Repertory provides the environment for creating and mounting new dance
works by both professional and student choreographers for performance. Advanced students will be
required to participate in challenging works by guest choreographers who are invited by the director to
create or remount works selected for their artistic and technical excellence. Advanced Dance
Repertory students will create their own dance pieces in any dance style for performance purposes.
Additionally, senior Advanced Dance Repertory students will be required to choreograph a senior
project in the form of an extended work that will include a solo as well as a group dance.
A. Course Goals and Objectives
Goal
Students will learn a variety of advanced
dances in ballet, modern, jazz and other styles
for performance purposes.
Objectives
1. Students will learn dance repertory by
professional guest artists. The dances are
selected for artistry, content, and technical
range.
2. Students will view videotapes of different
professional choreographers and choreograph
short studies in the styles and forms viewed.
3. Students will develop their own dances in
different dance styles (e.g. ballet, modern, jazz,
folk/traditional).
4. Students will work on solo dances as well as
collaborating in groups of various sizes and
various configurations.
5. Students will use the technical vocabulary of
dance to describe, memorize and teach dances
to be performed.
6. Students will use a wide range of dance,
musical, theatrical, and technological elements
in their original works.
7. Students will learn to critique dance works
and apply the lessons learned to future
choreography.
8. Students will continue to develop their own
preferences in dance styles and performance
ESLRs
#1, #2, #4, #6
Standards
VAPA Dance Standards (Advanced Level)
1.1 Demonstrate highly developed physical
coordination and control when performing complex
locomotor and axial movement phrases from a
variety of genres (e.g. refined body articulation,
agility, balance, and strength).
1.2 Perform in multiple dance genres integrating an
advanced level of technical skill and clear intent.
1.3 Memorize and perform complicated works of
dance at a level of professionalism (i.e. a high level
of refinement).
1.4 Apply a wide range of kinesthetic
communication, demonstrating clarity of intent and
stylistic nuance.
1.5 Select specific dance vocabulary to describe
movement and dance elements in great detail.
2.1 Create a diverse body of works of dance, each of
which demonstrates originality, unity, clarity of
intent, and a dynamic range of movement.
2.2 Use dance structures, musical forms, theatrical
elements, and technology to create original works.
2.4 Perform a diverse range of works by various
dance artists, maintaining the integrity of the work
while applying personal artistic expression.
and be able to defend these preferences.
2.5 Collaborate with peers in the development of
complex choreography in diverse groupings (e.g. all
male, all female, people standing with people sitting).
2.6 Teach a variety of complex movement patterns
and phrases to peers.
3.1 Identify, analyze and perform folk/traditional,
social, and theatrical dances with technical accuracy
and appropriate stylistic nuances.
3.2 Analyze the role dancers and choreographers play
in the interpretation of dances in various historical
and cultural settings.
4.1 Critique dance works to improve choreographic
structure and artistic presence.
4.3 Analyze evolving personal preferences about
dance styles and choreographic forms to identify
change and development in personal choices.
CTE Standards
Responsibility and Flexibility
7.1 Understand the qualities and behaviors that
constitute a positive and professional work demeanor.
7.2 Understand the importance of accountability and
responsibility in fulfilling personal, community, and
workplace roles.
7.3 Understand the need to adapt to varied roles and
responsibilities.
7.4 Understand that individual actions can affect the
larger community.
7.5 Know the current issues and trends related to the
field, distinguishing the different convergent
objectives that drive the industry.
Goal
Advanced Dance Repertory students will
create their own dance pieces in various dance
styles for performance purposes.
Objectives
1. Students will work individually and in
groups to develop their own choreographies in
modern, ballet, or jazz style.
2. Students will choreograph complicated
dance works at a high level of refinement.
3. Students will choreograph dance works
which demonstrate kinesthetic communication,
clarity of intent, and stylistic nuance.
4.Students will employ a wide range of dance
vocabulary to describe and teach their
choreography.
5. Students will use dance structures, musical
ESLRs
#1, #2, #5, #6
Standards
VAPA Dance Standards (Advanced Level)
1.2 Perform in multiple dance genres integrating an
advanced level of technical skill and clear intent.
1.3 Memorize and perform complicated works of
dance at a level of professionalism (i.e. a high level
of refinement).
1.4 Apply a wide range of kinesthetic
communication, demonstrating clarity of intent and
stylistic nuance.
1.5 Select specific dance vocabulary to describe
movement and dance elements in great detail.
2.1 Create a diverse body of works of dance, each of
forms, theatrical elements, and technology to
support their choreography.
6. Students will be able to critique their
choreography and the choreography of others
to improve choreographic structure and
artistry.
7. Students will incorporate other elements and
technology as support for their choreography.
which demonstrates originality, unity, clarity of
intent, and a dynamic range of movement.
2.2 Use dance structures, musical forms, theatrical
elements, and technology to create original works.
2.5 Collaborate with peers in the development of
complex choreography in diverse groupings (e.g. all
male, all female, people standing with people sitting).
2.6 Teach a variety of complex movement patterns
and phrases to peers.
4.1 Critique dance works to improve choreographic
structure and artistic presence.
4.5 Evaluate how aesthetic principles apply to
choreography designed for technological media (film,
video, TV, computer imaging).
5.1 Demonstrate effective knowledge and skills in
using audiovisual equipment and technology when
creating, recording, and producing dance.
CTE Standards
Responsibility and Flexibility
7.1 Understand the qualities and behaviors that
constitute a positive and professional work demeanor.
7.2 Understand the importance of accountability and
responsibility in fulfilling personal, community, and
workplace roles.
7.3 Understand the need to adapt to varied roles and
responsibilities.
7.4 Understand that individual actions can affect the
larger community.
7.5 Know the current issues and trends related to the
field, distinguishing the different convergent
objectives that drive the industry.
Goal
Advanced Dance Repertory students will
choreograph a senior project for performance.
ESLRs
#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6
Objectives
1. Students will choreograph a solo work and
perform it at a senior showcase.
2. Students will choreograph a group work for
performance purposes.
2. Students will learn to work with extended
concepts of shape, line, form, space, time, and
force/energy and develop larger group
choreographies.
3. Students will learn to create dances that
exemplify a particular style or genre.
4. Students will develop personal preferences
about dance styles and be able to defend their
Standards
VAPA Dance Standards (Advanced Level)
1.1 Demonstrate highly developed physical
coordination and control when performing complex
locomotor and axial movements
1.3 Memorize and perform complicated works of
dance at a level of professionalism (i.e. a high level
of refinement).
1.4 Apply a wide range of kinesthetic
communication, demonstrating clarity of intent and
stylistic nuance.
1.5 Select specific dance vocabulary to describe
movement and dance elements in great detail.
choices.
5. Students will learn to incorporate their
knowledge of biomechanics and dance physics
into their choreography.
6. Students will explore and make choices
about appropriate music to accompany their
dance choreography.
7. Students will learn how to use technology to
record and analyze their dances.
2.2 Use dance structures, musical forms, theatrical
elements, and technology to create original works.
2.4 Perform original works that employ personal
artistic intent and effectively communicate.
2.5 Collaborate with peers in the development of
choreography in groups (e.g. duets, trios, and small
ensembles).
2.6 Teach a variety of complex movement patterns
and phrases to peers.
4.3 Defend personal preferences about dance styles
and choreographic forms, using criteria-based
assessment.
5.1 Demonstrate effective knowledge and skills in
using audiovisual equipment and technology when
creating, recording, and producing dance.
5.2 Compare the study and practice of dance
techniques to motion, time, and physical principles
from scientific disciplines (e.g. muscle and bone
identification and usage; awareness of matter space,
time and energy/force.
CTE Standards
Responsibility and Flexibility
7.1 Understand the qualities and behaviors that
constitute a positive and professional work demeanor.
7.2 Understand the importance of accountability and
responsibility in fulfilling personal, community, and
workplace roles.
7.3 Understand the need to adapt to varied roles and
responsibilities.
7.4 Understand that individual actions can affect the
larger community.
7.5 Know the current issues and trends related to the
field, distinguishing the different convergent
objectives that drive the industry.
B. Course Outline/Activities/Assignments/Instructional Strategies
Standards
Dance
1.1, 1.2,
1.3, 1.4,
3.1, 3.2
Topics/Units/Themes
Topic #1
 Rehearsals of selected
repertory in ballet, modern,
and jazz, and other various
styles (6 week blocks)
Key Activities/Assignments/Strategies
Students will learn advanced repertory from
guest faculty over an extended period of time (6
weeks).
Topic #2
Students will view selected professional
CTE
7.1, 7.2,
7.3, 7.4,
7.5
Dance
1.5, 4.1,
4.3

Observe videos of professional
companies and choreographers
videotapes and use dance vocabulary to describe
and critique the pieces. They will analyze
structure, artistry, and style.
CTE
7.1, 7.2,
7.3, 7.4,
7.5
Dance
Topic #3
1.4,2.1,2.5,
 Develop advanced student
2.6, 5.1,
repertory in different dance
5.2
styles
Students will work on solo dances and group
pieces in either ballet, modern, or jazz style.
CTE
7.1, 7.2,
7.3, 7.4,
7.5
Dance
1.4, 1.5,
2.1, 2.2,
2.6, 4.1
Topic #4
 Individual choreography
project
Students will develop a choreography proposal.
Students will identify a cast, music choice and
theme.
Students will create a timeline for completion
and maintain rehearsal records and journal
entries.
CTE
7.1, 7.2,
7.3, 7.4,
7.5
Students will video their progress and make
critical changes.
Dance
1.4, 1.5,
2.1, 2.2,
2.6, 4.1
CTE
7.1, 7.2,
7.3, 7.4,
7.5
Topic #5
 Year-long individual, unified
choreography project,
including solo, duet, and group
pieces
See above activities
C. Texts and Supplemental Materials
1. Videos of dance performances such as PBS dance specials, “Dancing,” etc.
2. The Art of Making Dances, Doris Humphrey
D. Instructional Techniques
1. Lecture
2. Demonstration by instructor
3. Demonstration by guest artists
4. Guided practice
5. Individual practice
6. Videos of professional performances
7. Videos of student performances
8. Physical training and development
E. Assessment Methods and Tools
1. Students will fill out personal goal sheets and make critical and valid evaluations as they
monitor their progress.
2. Students will have rubrics for grading their dance compositions and performances.
3. Students will self-assess dances through peer evaluations and viewing videotaped
performances.
4. Students will demonstrate cooperative learning activities by application of knowledge in
new and familiar tasks during performances of dances that reflect imagination, creativity,
and artistry.
5. Students will fill out specific self-assessment reflection sheets after each performance.
6. Journals will be evaluated periodically by instructor.
7. Students’ rehearsals will be graded by instructor.
F. Assessment Criteria
Student work will be assessed based on the criteria set forth by departmental and class rubrics.
These rubrics are used to grade essays, presentations, performances, projects, and exams. For
high achievement, students should be able to:
1. Formulate a clear and concise thesis statement for all essay work.
2. Organize essays, records and dance presentations so that the audience has a clear sense of
purpose and/or argument.
3. Use historical and literary detail and examples in written work to support the thesis.
4. Use a variety of sources and synthesize the information accurately without plagiarism.
5. Show originality and creativity, understanding and an awareness of multiple perspectives.
6. Show a mastery of mechanics used for communication: grammar, technology, rhetoric and
oratory
7. Show a mastery of technical dance skill, range, and competency in dance composition and
performance.
8. Show leadership skills and organizational skills in running rehearsals and completing
planned timelines with precision.