Definitions Flashcards
The way the body is held
Posture
Muscular power
Strength
The ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently
Control
A steady or held position achieved by an even distribute of weight
Balance
Lengthening one or more muscular limbs
Extension
Range of movement in the joints (involving muscles, tendons and ligaments)
Flexibility
Correct placement of body parts in relation to each other
Alignment
The range of movement in a joint; the ability to move fluently from action to action
Mobility
Ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time
Stamina
Efficient combination of body parts
Coordination
An independent moment of a part of the body
Isolation
A movement a dancer does
Action Content
The qualities of movement based upon variations of speed, strength and flow
Dynamic Content
The where of a movement. How a dancer uses space
Spacial content
The ways in which dancers interact; connections between dancers
Relationship Content
The use of time or counts when matching movements to sound and/or other dancers
Timing Content
Repeated patterns of sound or movement
Rhythmic Content
The style of movement being used suits the theme/intention/overall dance style of the dance
Stylistic Accuracy
Use of the eyes to enhance performance or interpretive qualities
Focus
Use of the face to express the emotion of a dance
Facial Expressions
The energy the dancer uses to connect with and draw in the audience
Projection
Consciousness of the surrounding space and its effective use
Spatial Awareness
The way in which energy is distributed in the execution of a movement phrase
Phrasing
The ability to make the unique qualities of the accompaniment evident in performance
Musicality
Awareness of and connection to other dancers
Sensitivity to other dancers
