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Hochschule Osnabrück - University of Applied Sciences

Musicaldance (Jazzdance, Ballet, Tapdance, Ensembledance/Show) III

Faculty

Institute of Music

Version

Version 1 of 26.02.2025.

Module identifier

66B6359

Module level

Bachelor

Language of instruction

German

ECTS credit points and grading

15.0

Module frequency

only winter term

Duration

2 semesters

 

 

Brief description

Flowing dance elements are in direct contrast to accentuated modern forms of movement. The transformation of a dramatic idea into dance expression in its many forms documents the exceptional situation of the musical. Dance, not as an end in itself, but as an enhancement of authentic expression in combination with singing, expands the range of expression of a musical performer into an art form that transcends the boundaries of its genre.

Teaching and learning outcomes

The module consists of four courses: Jazzdance (Musical) III, Ballet (Musical) III, Tapdance (Musical) III and Ensemble Dance/Show (Musical) I.

Jazzdance (Musical) III: 
1. consolidation of technical skills 
2. dance styles: fosse, hip-hop, high heels, Broadway style 
3. development of own choreographies

Ballet (Musical III): 
1. longer and more dynamic combinations 
2. different finishing positions of pirouettes and tours 
3. increasing the overall training tempo, musical dynamics in movements
4. development of big jumps and grand allegro 
5. different Grand Pirouette variations 
6. combinations of pirouettes and adagio, complicated adagios 
7. battu technique, grand allegro combinations 
8. diagonals  
9. manege, artistic work

Tapdance (Musical) III: 
1. warm-up to loosen up the ankles 
2. advanced, difficult techniques and combinations (double pullbacks, wings, toestands etc.) 
3. training speed and cleanliness 
4. use of props such as sticks or hats in a choreography 
5. rehearsing faster Broadway-style choreographies with more difficult rhythms and step combinations

Ensemble dance/show (musical) I:
1. getting to know and adopting different dance styles; discarding soloistic attitudes and being able to establish oneself in a group 
2. working together as a team 
3. rehearsing various ensembles and rehearsing choreographies that involve both dancing and singing 
4. building up a repertoire 
5. performance training

Overall workload

The total workload for the module is 450 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

Teaching and learning methods
Lecturer based learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
360Learning in groups / Coaching of groups-
Lecturer independent learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
90Preparation/follow-up for course work-
Graded examination
  • Examination of artistic qualification
Ungraded exam
  • Work practical or
  • Regular participation
Remark on the assessment methods

The course Ballet (Musical) III concludes with a graded artistic examination. The courses Jazzdance (Musical) III, Tapdance (Musical) III and Ensembletanz/Show (Musical) I conclude with either a work sample (practical) or regular participation. These two examinations are ungraded. 

Exam duration and scope

Graded examination performance Ballet (Musical) III:
Ballet barre 30-35 min, presentation of a learned choreography.

The examination lasts 45 minutes.

Recommended prior knowledge

It is a prerequisite that the Musical Dance (Jazz Dance, Ballet, Tap Dance) II module has been successfully completed. 

Knowledge Broadening

Students at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences who have successfully completed this module will be able to distinguish and discuss the different styles in musical dance and describe their stylistic origins.

Knowledge deepening

Students at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences who have successfully completed this module are able to deepen and consolidate what they have already learned in previous semesters. They are able to combine different qualities with each other.

Knowledge Understanding

Students who have successfully completed this module will be able to use professional skills, abilities, techniques and competencies to master complex musical and dance content.

Application and Transfer

Students at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences who have successfully completed this module are able to use and reinterpret the possibilities of dance expression in a structured and performative way.

Academic Innovation

Students develop innovative and individual approaches to movement and dance. They use their methodological and stylistic repertoire and can further develop their own methods to creatively implement movement impulses. 

Communication and Cooperation

Students who have successfully completed this module are able to present their dance skills in familiar stylistic contexts as well as in creative new forms and are able to incorporate and further develop stylistic elements.

Academic Self-Conception / Professionalism

Students develop their own individual qualification profile in relation to study and career-related requirements. They can assess their own learning progress and use their training in a self-regulating manner. 

Literature

1. Agrippina J. Waganowa, Grundlagen des klassischen Tanzes, Henschel Verlag, 2002.
2. Jochen Schmidt, Tanzgeschichte des 20. Jahrhunderts in einem Band mit 101 Choreografenportraits, Henschel Verlag, 2002.
3. Horst Koegler und Klaus Kieser, Wörterbuch des Tanzes, Stuttgart: Philipp Reclam jun., 2009.
4. Nikolai I. Tarassow, Klassischer Tanz, Die Schule des klassischen Tänzers, Leipzig: Henschel, 2005.
5. Vera S. Kostrowitzkaja, Schule des klassischen Tanzes, Die Waganowa-Methode in der Praxis, 2003.
6. Liane Simmel, Tanzmedizin in der Praxis. Anatomie, Prävention, Trainingstipps, Leipzig: Henschel, 2009.
7. Eric N. Franklin und Erich Walker, Tanz-Imagination. Stark im Ausdruck und perfekt in der Technik. Das Handbuch für Training und Bühne, Vak-Verlag, 2009.
8. Jacqui G. Haas, Trixi Maraile Bücker und Birgit Pleier, Dance Anatomie. Illustrierter Ratgeber für Beweglichkeit, Kraft und Muskelspannung im Tanz, Copress, 2010.
9. Gitta Barthel und Hans G. Artus, Vom Tanz zur Choreographie. Gestaltungsprozesse in der Tanzpädagogik, ATHENA-Verlag, 2008.
10. Sabine Huschka, Moderner Tanz. Konzepte - Stile - Utopien, rororo Taschenbuch, 2002.
11. Julia Dold und Lea Schilling, Kreativer Kindertanz. Spaß und Freude am Tanz vermitteln, Meyer & Meyer Sport, 2011.
12. Konstantin Tsakalidis, Choreographie – Handwerk und Vision. Fachbuch für Choreographen, Tänzer und Perfomer, Stage Verlag, 2010.
13. Donald Oliver, How to Audition for the Musical Theatre, Hanover: Smith and Kraus Books, 1995.
14. Michael Shurtleff, Audition, New York: Bantam Books, 1980.
15. Thomas Siedhoff, Handbuch des Musicals, Mainz: Schott Music, 2007. 16. Fred Silver, Auditioning for the Musical Theatre, New York: Penguin Books, 1988.

Linkage to other modules

This module builds on previous modules. It is closely linked to all modules in the areas of singing, acting and interpretation. 

Applicability in study programs

  • Music Education

    • Music Education – Musical B.A. (01.09.2023)

    Person responsible for the module
    • Wienhausen, Sascha
    Teachers
    • Schmieder, Michael Josef
    • Giusti, Viviana
    • Tasfi, Gabor
    • Del Canto, Neven
    • Bahle, Oliver