Energy

 

 

 

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Warm Up


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Unit: Elements of Dance

Theme: Energy

 

Introduction



 
 

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Learning Objectives


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Main Lesson
 

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Energy
 
Energy is about how the movement happens. Choices about energy include variations in movement flow and the use of force, tension, and weight. An arm gesture might be free flowing or easily stopped, and it may be powerful or gentle, tight or loose, heavy or light.

Question 1
Why is energy important in dance?
 
 
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Sharp Sudden

Movement with perceptible accents, sharp initiations, or sudden cessations.
                                                
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A Note to Remember
 
In dance, contrasts are essential. Fast and slow movement represent both ends of the spectrum. These two contrasting energies are not only aesthetically interesting, but increase our range of abilities.
 
 
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Case Study
 
DANCE CENTER DANCE ENERGY
 

The largest dance studio in the border triangle for children, young people and adults. The studio serves all dance enthusiasts from the district of Lörrach, Basel and Freiburg, located in Germany and Switzerland respectively. They celebrate dance competition. Their judges are professionals with backgrounds ranging from Broadway, film, and TV to classical ballet companies. They are also chosen for their ability to provide helpful critiques to dancers and teachers. They encourage dancers to pursue their dreams in a non-stressful and fun  competitive setting.

 


 Question 3

How would you describe this dance choreography in terms of energy?


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Activity

Create an eight movement phrase in which you combine the two energies: sharp sudden and Smooth Sustained

Record it and post it on Discussion Board.
 
 
 
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Journaling


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 Glossary
 
 
 
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Sources
 
 
energy National Dance Competitions. https://energyndc.com/

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