Modern/Contemporary/Jazz Choose one style or learn them all! In contemporary, learn the sign language of the lovestruck, the lonely and the lost, the effervescent joyous and the bittersweet memories. Contemporary combines the traditional techniques of founding members of modern dance with more jazzy styles. In jazz and hip hop, students will have a chance to be a showstopper with upbeat, fun music. Students often will have the opportunity to pick their own music with all dance styles. The class will involve both technique training, as well as solo and group dances to work towards a performance. Student choreography is incorporated. The goal of the class is for students to learn technique, express themselves, make lasting friendships, and have fun. This class leans heavily on contemporary dance.
Irish Dance Students will learn from a champion, internationally qualified Irish dance instructor, the elegant and upbeat dances of reels, light jigs, slip jigs, treble jigs, and hornpipes. “Ceili” (group) dancing will also be included. Some of these ceili dances will be very traditional, while others will be danced to modern music or will involve more modern movements. Dancers will learn both the graceful soft shoe dances as well as the rhythmic hard shoe dances popularized by Riverdance. This class is great for the student interested in connecting with his or her culture, experiencing another culture, getting good exercise, preparing for competition, or simply having fun and trying something new.
Ballet/Lyrical Students will learn both classical and modern ballet techniques with the intent to progress to FMSD Company or Contemporary/Lyrical/Jazz dance.The lyrical section of the class allows students to express themselves a bit more freely while still maintaining classical ballet technique.
Tap In tap, students will get into the rhythm of modern music and learn how to brush, shuffle, stomp and more.
Pre-Dance Students will learn the first steps to expressing themselves through movements. Dance games and crafts are incorporated to this fun class. Students will work towards a performance if desired, while also having a blast learning ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, and world dance.
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