Experiencing dance : from student to dance artist /

Experiencing Dance: From Student to Dance Artist will walk your students through the process of becoming well-rounded dancers and deepen their understanding of dance as an art form. Systematic in its approach, Experiencing Dance: From Student to Dance Artist places teachers in the roles of facilitat...

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Main Author: Scheff, Helene, 1939-
Other Authors: McGreevy-Nichols, Susan, 1952-, Sprague, Marty, 1950-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, c2005
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Table of Contents:
  • Part I: What Is Your Movement Potential?
  • Surveying Your Instrument : Body at Work
  • Rituals : Warming-Up and Cooling-Down
  • Choose a Dance Form That Suites You : Identity Search
  • Learning More Than Steps : "There is No Such Thing As a Dumb Dancer"
  • Part II: Movement, Movement Everywhere But Is It Dance?
  • One Movement Is Worth a 1000 Words : Expressing Ideas and Emotions
  • When Does Movement Become Dance? : Dance As an Art Form
  • Connecting to Community and Tradition: Dance As a Cultural, Historical, and Social Form
  • Part III: How To Become a Choreographer
  • Assembling the Tools : Create Dances
  • Crafting Your Dance : Choreography
  • Showcasing Your Work : Curtain Up-Light the Lights
  • Part IV: How To Become a Dancer
  • Learning to Dance in Different Ways : Your Training
  • Dealing With Realities : Actions That Can Help You Become a Better Performer
  • Part V: How To Refine Yourself As a Dance Artist
  • Expanding Your Horizons : Learning From the Works of Others
  • Strut Your Stuff : Sharing Your Art Form
  • Developing Your Portfolio As a Marketing Tool : Next Steps