Below are the available dance units. Please visit often, as more will be added soon.

Glossary of Terms for the Dance Section (PDF download)

Chuck Davis - African American Dance Ensemble

African Roots in American Soil - Chuck Davis' research on the history, music and dance of specific cultural groups enables him to choreograph African American interpretations of authentic material from Africa. Videos includes "Lamban," a Griot or historian's dance from the Old Mali Empire, circa 13th century, and "Isicathulo," a gum boot dance of the Shona, Ndebele and Zulu people in Southern Africa. Lessons feature an African folktale as well as chants, proverbs, Kwanzaa, and ways to develop leadership through dance.

Access Chuck Davis' individual Artsource® Model Unit

AMAN International Folk Ensemble - Suite of French Canadian Dances

Suite of French Canadian Dances - This unit focuses on the work of Yves and France Moreau who choreographed this suite of dances to represent both rural and urban traditions. This kaleidoscope of French Canadian dance and music includes "Les Saluts," a traditional dance, and a French quadrille. Learn "Les Saluts," dance a reel, and perform a French Canadian quadrille.

Access AMAN's Suite of French Canadian Dances individual Artsource® Model Unit

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