(Grade 5+) Technique Criteria

Question 1

Correct Posture

Answer 1

Secure use of the torso

Question 2

Correct Weight Placement

Answer 2

The body weight centred over 1 or 2 legs or transferring with ease from 1 to 2 legs & 2 to 1 leg sur place or in travelling movements

Question 3

Coordination

Answer 3

The harmonious relationship of torso, limbs, head and eye focus in movement

Question 4

Control

Answer 4

Sustained and balanced movements, achieved through strength and correct use of turnout

Question 5

Line

Answer 5

The ability to demonstrate a range of harmonious line through the whole body

Question 6

Spatial Awareness

Answer 6

Effective use of peripheral space and performance space, also the ability to move through space

Question 7

Dynamic Values

Answer 7

The ability to perform the range of movement dynamics appropriate to each step

Question 8

Responsiveness to the music

Answer 8

• Phrasing (musical punctuation)
• Dynamics (volume and musical highlights)
• Atmosphere (style & mood of music)
• Accents & ‘shape’ of different time signatures/ dance rhythms

Question 9

Timing

Answer 9

Matching the choreography to the music tempo and following the set choreography timing and rhythms

Question 10

Expression

Answer 10

Expression reflected in the face, body & dynamics of the movement

Question 11

Projection

Answer 11

The ability to project expression, feelings & emotions to an audience

Question 12

Interpretation

Answer 12

Dancing with understanding and intelligent response to what one is dancing about i.e. the motivation for the movement

Question 13

Communication

Answer 13

Appropriate engagement with the audience and partners