Key dance terms Flashcards
What is systematic repetition?
Repeating something over and over again so you don’t forget it
What is alignment?
Ensuring that the pathway of the body creates an aesthetically pleasing image
What could you do to improve strength?
Press-ups
What is choreographic intent?
The aim of the dance; what the choreographer aims to communicate
What could you do to improve strength in your feet?
Do some rises
What is the ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently?
Control
What is isolation?
An independent movement of part of the body
What are levels?
Distance from the ground: low, medium or high
What is repetition?
Performing the same action or phrase again
What are the links between dance phrases or sections called?
Transitions
What is unison?
Two or more dancers performing the same movement at the same time
What is phrasing?
How the energy is distributed in the execution of a movement phrase
What is a short sequence of linked movements called?
Phrase
What is mobility?
The range of movement in a joint; the ability to move fluently from action to action
What is a narrative?
A dance that tells a story
Why is it important to stay hydrated?
So you don’t pass out, and so you can stay hydrated, to ensure that your muscles are getting the correct amount of water
