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Dance AS/A2



Dance AS/A2 · AQA

The focus of this course is Contemporary technique, choreography and dance appreciation.

AS Level
Unit 1 – Understanding Dance (3 study areas):

  • The dancer as Performer: Knowledge and understanding of the demands made in practice and performance.
  • The process and craft of choreography: own work and that of Professional repertoire.
  • The significance of dances: own work and that of Professional repertoire.
Lessons are practical and theoretical based

Assessment:

  • A written paper (1hour and 30 minutes)
  • 40% of AS marks, 20% of A2.

Unit 2 – Choreography and Performance (3 areas of study):

  • Learning about the process of choreographing a solo dance
  • Learning and developing performance skills
  • The development of performance skills within a duo/trio; learning a set performance piece

Assessment:

  • A practical exam in 2 parts
  • A solo choreography and performance
  • Performance of a duo/trio
  • 60% of AS, 30% of A2
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