Choreographic Devices Flashcards
1
Q
Variation
A
Same material used in different way
2
Q
Highlights
A
Key moments that draw attention to a particular feature - wants to be emphasised
3
Q
Climax
A
Main high point. Doesn’t have to be big, as long as it is contrasting
4
Q
Transition
A
Links movement, phrases and settings
5
Q
Logical sequence and proportion
A
Structure of material / beginning middle and end
6
Q
Unity
A
Work as a unit, make sense
7
Q
Chance
A
Changing order by leaving it up to chance (throwing dice/ coin)
8
Q
Motif development
A
Developing a motif to have it reoccur / retrograde, levels, speed, rhythm etc
9
Q
Contrast
A
2 or more ideas/phrases differ. New material different
