LESSON 3: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE

Question 1

_______________ emerged towards the end of the 19th century, influenced by the modernism movements in art, architecture, and literature. It departed from traditional classical dance forms, allowing dancers to explore movement, choreography, music, and costuming freely

Answer 1

Modern dance

Question 2

Duncan, known as the “___________________”
introduced natural and athletic movements, breaking away from classical ballet’s constraints.

Answer 2

Mother of Modern Dance

Question 3

Martha Graham, a Denishawn student, developed the “_________________” technique, bringing a grounded style to modern dance and addressing societal issues in her works.

Answer 3

contraction and release

Question 4

Modern dance is characterized by its rejection of tradition, willingness to experiment, and emphasis on natural movement, laying the foundation for ________________

Answer 4

contemporary dance forms

Question 5

Modern dance incorporates a range of movements, often characterized by ____________________

Answer 5

fluid, freestyle motions

Question 6

Modern dance choreography can feature _______________such as triangles, rectangles, and circles formed by dancers’ bodies, helping convey the dance’s theme and subject.

Answer 6

geometric shapes

Question 7

___________ in modern dance emphasize acrobatic and aerial movements, often performed in groups or with partners

Answer 7

Contemporary trends

Question 8

___________ is characterized by its relevance to the present, blending various dance styles such as hip-hop, Latin, folk, jazz, classical ballet, and modern dance.

Answer 8

Contemporary dance

Question 9

_______________ , a pioneer in contemporary dance, introduced collaboration and chance into choreography. He collaborated with visual artists, designers, and musicians,
emphasizing the coexistence of dance and music without direct coordination

Answer 9

Merce Cunningham

Question 10

_____________’s philosophy of chance allowed individual dancers to make spontaneous decisions during
performances, adding an element of surprise

Answer 10

Merce Cunningham

Question 11

__________ is anti-authoritarian, rejecting the idea that modern dance or classical ballet is the ultimate form of dance. Instead, it embraces a wide range of dance styles,
emphasizing collaboration between artists and the audience

Answer 11

Contemporary dance

Question 12

Contemporary dance techniques are designed to align with the body’s ______________, making the style accessible to dancers of all levels

Answer 12

natural movements

Question 13

Engaging in contemporary dance lessons can offer several benefits, including ________________, _________, ___________, __________, and ____________.

Answer 13

improved body awareness, stress reduction, enhanced balance, flexibility, and core strength.

Question 14

For those starting contemporary dance, an ____________________, is essential.

Answer 14

open-minded approach to innovation, a hallmark of the genre