Introduction to Modern Dance Techniques
59236th Edition
Princeton Book Company · Print & ebook · October 1, 2011
Bringing together all of the major modern dance techniques from the last 80 years, this engaging account is the first of its kind.
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- Who it’s for
- Trace modern dance’s history, compare major techniques, and explore ideas through movement.
- Themes
- History of modern dance, Comparing dance techniques, Dance experimentation and aesthetics
- Genres
- Modern Dance, Dance History
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Bringing together all of the major modern dance techniques from the last 80 years, this engaging account is the first of its kind. The informative discussion starts by mapping the historical development of modern dance: in the late 19th century, a new dance emerged—not yet known as modern dance—that rejected social strictures and ballet as well.
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With insight into the personalities and purposes of modern dance’s vanguard—including Martha Graham, Lester Horton, José Limón, and Merce Cunningham—this compilation provides a comparative approach that will enable students to discern which technique best suits them and dispel the idea that there is a single, universal modern dance technique. There are also ideas for experimentation so that students can begin developing an aesthetic sense for not only what is pleasing to their artistic eye, but also for what technical ideas are exciting while their own body is in motion. Sample lessons are included for teachers to incorporate the text into courses.
Modern Dance Techniques
Trace modern dance’s history, compare major techniques, and explore ideas through movement.
Come here for
- Historical development from late-nineteenth-century dance
- Comparisons of Graham, Horton, Limón, and Cunningham’s approaches
Expect
- Ideas for movement experimentation and aesthetic discernment
- Sample lessons for teachers to use in courses
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| Modern Dance | 95% |
|---|---|
| Dance History | 78% |
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Publisher categories
- Modern Dance
- Authors
- Joshua Legg
- Publisher
- Princeton Book Company
- Published
- October 1, 2011
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- History of modern dance · Comparing dance techniques · Dance experimentation and aesthetics
- Reading lane
- Modern Dance