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 Dance
The primary purpose of the Dance Program is to provide students seeking associate degrees or transfer credit in dance with technical training and performance experience. Additional purposes are to provide enrichment opportunities for all students and to offer cultural enrichment to the Tyler community through presentation of varied public performances. Courses - Degree Program Ballet: These courses emphasize proper body placement as it applies to the technique of classical ballet. Ballet vocabulary and proper execution of classical ballet exercises and steps are stressed, along with a knowledge of the history and development of ballet in Europe and the United States. Modern Dance: This course explores the technique of Modern Dance by using structures, alignment, breathing/relaxation and dynamics of movement. Various styles of movement are presented and used in class. Jazz: This course focuses on technique of contemporary music and its effect on style, rhythm and dynamics, in both solo and group work, and employs the many elements of dance that comprise current movement styles. Tap: This course emphasize on technique. The class introduces rhythm and coordination exercises that develop into extended choreography pieces using past and present elements of tap dance. Apache Belles: This course is a select women's organization. The group presents performances for half time entertainment at college and professional games and entertains on other occasions. Throughout the year, special study is given to good taste in clothing, make-up, manners and general personal improvement. Performing Opportunities The Nutcracker ballet is an annual Tyler tradition that is performed on campus by TJC students and community dancers with our last cast at its all time high of 116. Community dancers, non-dancers, children and adults of all ages are encouraged to audition and broaden their skills and meet other dancers who are also inspired by dancing. Nutcracker Auditions:
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