The Essential Guide to Contemporary Dance Techniques (Paperback)

The Essential Guide to Contemporary Dance Techniques explores the multifaceted learning processes and underlying principles behind the technical skills and abilities of a contemporary dancer. The depth and complexity of this challenging sensorial, intellectual, reflective and creative process is presented with clarity, to support every training dancer in achieving the most from their learning experiences. Insights into three major technical forms: Graham technique, Cunningham technique and Release-based technique, reveal the distinct approaches, processes and experiences possible in contemporary dance training. Essential technical and performance considerations are covered, including: breath; alignment; core activation; connectivity; dynamic qualities of motion; use of the body; use of space; action and finally, relationships to the audience. With personal contributions from respected teachers at top dance institutions, this practical guide offers a unique insight into the expectations and processes of professional training classes as well as the success you can achieve with them. With images from real-life technique classes and dynamic performances, this is an essential companion for all contemporary dance students.

General

Imprint:	The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2020
Authors:	Melanie Clarke
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-1-78500-699-9
Languages:	English
Subtitles:	English
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Dance > Contemporary dance
LSN:	1-78500-699-1
Barcode:	9781785006999

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