Modern Dance Flashcards
often referred to as the “mother of modern dance”
Martha Graham
her innovative approach and techniques revolutionized the dance world
Martha Graham
known as the “father of contemporary dance”
Merce Cunningham
recognized for his experimental methods and integration of chance in choreography
Merce Cunningham
What are the 7 elements of contemporary dance?
theme, design, movement, technique, costume and body paraphernalia, choreography, scenery
it is the basic dance elements that convey the messages of movement.
Theme
it is the dance pattern of movement in space and time.
Design
it is the body movement of the performer with dance steps.
Movement
they are things worn by a performer that convey the messages of the dance.
Costume and Body Paraphernalia
it is the movement of the performer showing his/her skills.
Technique
it is an organized routine composed of different figures and steps.
Choreography
it is a set of realistic background where the performers execute dances.
Scenery
the toes and heels stay in a straight-line position
Feet Parallel
the foot stays in its parallel position and the pressure should be set onto the ball of the foot in preparation for pushing away the foot on the floor
Demi Pointe
one of Graham dance techniques that focuses on the torso’s flexibility performed either in standing or sitting position
Contraction
from contraction position, a straightening of back moving to starting position
Release
an exercise involving both legs to jump and to travel along the dance floor
Circular Spring
an exercise that involves stomach muscles to fold in, and it can be done against the wall to prevent the pelvis and rear in swaying away
Roll Down
starting from a Demi Pointe position a jump that should be performed with the toe pointed
Jumps
both performers show equality in performing dance steps even in lifting and turns
Supports and Counterbalances
