In Year 9, Dance students are given further opportunities to choreograph using the elements of dance (BEST), choreographic devices and structures to develop choreographic intent. They build on and refine technical competence in their dance skills in specific dance styles. Students are given opportunities to present dance to an audience, focusing on retention and clarity of movement, projection, focus, expression and musicality. They further discuss the choreographer’s use of the elements of dance, choreographic devices and structures, and design concepts for choreographic intent in the dances they make and view. They investigate the evolution of particular dance genres/styles.
Safe dance practices underlie all experiences, as students perform within their own body capabilities and work safely in groups.
Students will study the genres of Contemporary, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Dance, Jazz and Hip Hop.
Prerequisites:
A “C” grade or better in Year 8 Arts and English.
Pathways:
Students undertaking the Year 9 Dance course will have the opportunity to study further Dance courses in Year 10, which can lead to possible Senior School options.