Dance Evaluation Discussion/Essay

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Chapter 8 Dance Evaluation Discussion/Essay


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Instructions

In this 3-part discussion, you will (1) compose a 3-paragraph original post, (2) compose ONE response post to a classmate, then (3) write a "reflection" to your own original post about this aesthetic experience. Please Complete Parts 1 and 3!

1. Carefully view the excerpts of the Swan Lake and Night Journey dance selections

2. Find and read TWO research sources (BEYOND your text book - try google scholar) concerning the two selections and be prepared to integrate them in your essay. Be sure to cite these research sources too.

3. Write a new thread using the following instructions:

In the FIRST paragraph (at least 150 words):

    • Using at least three terms from the Dance Elements & Vocabulary Guide,(attached) identify the dance elements in the Swan Lake excerpt.
    • Identify Swan Lake as either Classical Ballet or Modern Dance.
    • Then, using at least three terms from the Dance Elements & Vocabulary Guide (attached), evaluate the choreography. Is this a good example of this type of art? Is it well presented? What are its points of value?

In the SECOND paragraph (at least 150 words):

    • Using at least three terms from the Dance Elements & Vocabulary Guide (attached), identify the dance elements in the Night Journey excerpt.
    • Identify Night Journey as either Classical Ballet or Modern Dance.
    • Then, using at least three terms from the Dance Elements & Vocabulary Guide (attached), evaluate the choreography. Is this a good example of this type of art? Is it well presented? What are its points of value?

In the THIRD paragraph (at least 150 words):

    • Compare and contrast the styles of Classical ballet and Modern dance.
    • Identify how both of these dance compositions (Swan Lake and Night Journey) are “interdisciplinary” (i.e. are related to one or more of the disciplines in humanities we have studied so far).

2. Read one of your classmates' original posts. Then compose a response post (at least 100 words) that does at least TWO of the following:
-Extends or adds to his/her point(s)
-Asks a clarifying question
-Disagrees (with reasoning and evidence) with the author's analysis
-Adds to the understanding of the analysis
-Offers constructive suggestions for improvement

3. Finally, return to your own original post, and write a "reflection" reply to your own post of at least 50 words, in which you:

  • Reflect on this aesthetic experience: Do you have a deeper appreciation of "dance" as a form of art? What impact did this experience have on you?
  • Indicate whether you've learned anything additional after reviewing your classmate's post.

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https://mycourses.spcollege.edu/content/enforced/162955-OFR... Instructions Use these terms to compare and contrast different forms of dance, so that we have a common "language" to talk about dance. Dance Elements Dance Elements of Space The following elements can be used to describe or analyze dance by looking at how the dancers utilize space. SPACE ELEMENT QUALITIES Size / range of movement Level of movement low, medium, high, aerial Dimension of movement depth, width, height Body design curved, angular, symmetrical, asymmetrical Pathway Direction Facing Proximity Focus Location in the space / on the stage Dance Elements of Time The following elements can be used to describe or analyze dance by looking at how the dancers utilize time. TIME ELEMENT QUALITIES Speed (tempo) quick, moderate, slow, stillness Meter and subdivisions metered, pulse, rhythm phrasing, non-metered, personal time, breath phrasing Acceleration accelerating, decerlating 1 of Effort 5 3/8/18, 12:06 PM https://mycourses.spcollege.edu/content/enforced/162955-OFR... Dance Elements of Energy The following elements can be used to describe or analyze dance by looking at how the dancers utilize energy. ENERGY ELEMENT QUALITIES Energy sudden, sustained, delicate, strong, free flow, bounded flow, contrast, swinging, vibrating, suspending Dance Vocabulary DANCE TERM MEANING / USAGE Abstract To remove movement from a particular or representative context and, by manipulating it with elements of space, time and force, create a new sequence or dance that retains the essence of the original Axial movement Around the body’s center (in contrast to locomotors movement) Ballet The premiere form of dance art; features a series of technical, controlled bodily positions requiring precision in dance Breath Pause A fleeting interruption of the flow of movement; comparable to a singer taking a breath during an aria Call and Response A structure that is most often associated with African music and dance forms, although it is also used elsewhere; one soloist/group performs with the soloist/group entering “in response” to the first 2 of 5 3/8/18, 12:06 PM https://mycourses.spcollege.edu/content/enforced/162955-OFR... DANCE TERM MEANING / USAGE Canon Choreographic form that reflects the musical form of the same name, in which individuals and groups perform the same movement / phrase beginning at different times Chance A choreographic process in which elements are specifically chosen and defined but randomly structured to create a dance or movement phrase Choreography The designing of a dance composition; it may also refer to the design itself, which is sometimes expressed by means of dance notation; a “choreographer” is one who designs dance compositions; aspects of dance choreography include the compositional use of organic unity, rhythmic or non-rhythmic articulation, theme and variation, and repetition Dynamics The expressive content of human movement, sometimes called qualities or efforts; movements can be sharp vs. Smooth, fast vs. Slow, heavy vs. Light, abstract vs. pedestrian En pointe ballet term for standing on one’s toes Elevation The body’s propulsion into the air away from the floor, such as in a leap, hop, or jump Extension Includes the action of stretching away from the body, also refers to an unfolding of the body parts Jeté Ballet term for “leap” Gesture A non-weight bearing movement; gestures are usually of the limbs but may also be of the head, torso, and its parts 3 of 5 3/8/18, 12:06 PM https://mycourses.spcollege.edu/content/enforced/162955-OFR... DANCE TERM MEANING / USAGE Improvisation Movement that is created spontaneously, ranging from free-form to highly structured environments, but always with an element of chance; provides the dancer with the opportunity to bring together elements quickly, and requires focus and concentration; improvisation is instant and simultaneous choreography and performance Initiation Point at which a movement is said to originate; this particularly refers to specific body parts and is generally said to be either distal (from the limbs or head) or central (from the torso) Levels The height of the dancer in relation to the floor Locomotors Movement Movement that travels from place to place, usually identified by weight transference on the feet; basic locomotors steps are the walk, run, leap, hop, and jump and the irregular rhythmic combinations of the skip (walk and hop), slide (walk and leap) and gallop (walk and leap) Modern Dance Style of dance started in the 20th century that departs from classical tradition and style Movement Quality Typical terms denoting qualities include sustained swinging, percussive, collapse and Vibratory; and effort combinations such as float, dab, punch and glide Musicality The attention and sensitivity to the musical elements of dance while creating or performing Narrative Choreographic structure that follows a specific story line and intends to convey specific information through that story Pas de deux French phrase meaning “step of two”, a usually slow dance duet set to melodious accompaniment 4 of 5 3/8/18, 12:06 PM https://mycourses.spcollege.edu/content/enforced/162955-OFR... DANCE TERM MEANING / USAGE Percussive A movement quality using sharp, quick and staccato movements Phrase A brief sequence of related movements that has a sense of rhythmic completion Pirouette Spinning movement executed by the dancer balancing on one foot Plié French ballet term for a basic position in which the dancer squats down, keeping the feet extended horizontally with heels touching Projection A confident presentation of one’s body and energy to vividly communicate movement and meaning to an audience; performance quality Stillness An absence of movement Sustained A movement quality characterized by slow extended movements 5 of 5 3/8/18, 12:06 PM
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Dance Evaluation
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DANCE EVALUATION

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Swan Lake and Night Journey

It is no doubt that the Swan Lake has a story and it is fascinating. Watching the dance
reminded me of a snake swimming in water. A snake swimming in water is satisfying, and that
in itself is captivating, that is how Swan Lake is. The piece is so intriguing with the background
music, the solo violin completing the mastery. The dance elements that stood out in this piece
were the element of energy. The flow is free and natural, highlighting the romantic tension along
with the pas de deux about the musical background. The tempo is moderate as the dancer takes a
breath pause and follows her muse. The Swan Lake is a Class...


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