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CSET Domain 1 Performing Arts Dance

Subjects : cset, performing-arts, dance
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1. Whether the energy is: Sustained (smooth) - Suspended (light) - Swing (under - curve) - Sway (over - curve) - Collapsed (loose) - Percussive (sharp) - Vibrate (shudder)






2. High - medium - or low






3. Polka - square dances - historic dances






4. Floor - elevated - or air patterns






5. A form of cultural dance - originated from medieval times when townspeople danced to celebrate - e.g. Medieval 'carolers'






6. Another popular form of the flamenco that originated in Cuba and Latin America






7. Appreciated the qualities of the individual; primitive expression and emotion; 'new freedom' of movement; choreography of Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham and their harsh break from restrictive classical ballet and tutu; broadening the minds of the p






8. Even or uneven beat






9. Immediate area surrounding the body; the area in which bodies can move at all levels






10. Solo - duet - or ensemble






11. As in music - the opposite of allegro; a slower tempo - also a set of practice exercises in class consisting of extensions and balances






12. Based upon the subjective interpretation of internalized feelings - emotions - and moods - Unlike formal ballet - this is often unstructured and makes deliberate use of gravity and body weight to enhance movement - It also encourages students to expr






13. Born in the 20th century as a result of dancers resisting the rigid structure of classical ballet dance






14. Angular - rounded - twisted - bent - crooked - symmetrical - or asymmetrical






15. A rhythmic pattern produced when a deliberate pattern is upset






16. Choreography played a significant role in many cultural events throughout history - The origins of dance show that dance was created and performed in celebrations - rituals - and rites of passage - Many cultures consider dance a universal spiritual l






17. Quality of Energy - Degree of Energy






18. Often danced on May Day in various European nations such as Germany and Sweden - taught in American schools today - The maypole is a tall pole decorated with floral garlands - flags - and streamers - Ribbons are attached to a pole - so that children






19. Refers to dances in which socializing is the main focus; therefore - a dance partner is essential






20. A round rail attached to the wall horizontally - about 3 1/2 feet above the floor - for dancers to hold during the first half of technique class; it is also used for stretching the legs by placing the feet or legs on it






21. A formal aristocratic court dance developed at the end of the rennaisance period






22. Direction: forward - backward - up - down - sideways (horizontal or vertical) - diagonal - straight - circle - out - in - zigzag - or spiral






23. 1. Originated with the Andalusian Gypsies in Spain 2. Forceful rhythms 3. Hand clapping 4. Rapid foot movements 5. Use of castanets 6. Colorful costumes






24. Kabuki (traced to primitive rituals; it involves stomping - elaborate costumes - is male only - and is still current)






25. Primary school children love to play and sing with movement in the simple sing - along dances of London Bridge - Hokey Pokey - Ring Around the Rosie - The Farmer in the Dell - B.I.N.G.O. - Pop Goes the Weasel - and Skip to My Lou






26. Based on music - songs - dialogue - and dance - Audiences often experience it in the form of musical theatre productions






27. Formalized hand movements (e.g. - Hindu dance - the oldest world dance)






28. Leader - follower - mirror - unison - or parting)






29. A part of pas de deux in which one dancer is lifted off the ground by another






30. Body position - Angular/Rounded - Twisted - Bent - Crooked - Symmetrical/Asymmetrical






31. A leap from one leg to the other in which the working leg is kicked or thrown away from the body and into the air; the pose achieved in the air differs - a does the direction the leap takes






32. Rhythmic pattern produced when a deliberate pattern is upset - Rhythm produced when beats are displaced such that strong beats become weak and vice versa






33. There are many regional differences; all had recreational aspects and basic steps such as running - walking - hopping - and skipping; all are linked to culture - music - and the history of a group; they take the form of a circle






34. High -- Medium -- Low - Might refer to a dancer's head






35. Includes locomotor (moving from one place to another) and axial (contained movement around an axis of the body)






36. 1. Direction 2. Form and Shape 3. Level 4. Range 5. Pathway 6. Focus






37. (Often traditional folk steps): two - step - paddle - grapevine - step - hop - chug - and spinning






38. Type of creative dance involving specialized movement techniques; emphasis is on expression and communication






39. Warm - up exercises and Body awareness exercises






40. The ability to get up into the air and remain there long enough to perform various movements or poses






41. In theatre chorus; also the festival of Dionysus






42. Broadway and Hollywood shows; a new style of moving with emphasis on speed and mobility; lean body types; importance of the female dancer






43. Dancing evolved from pageants and processions of the period






44. Feeling the dance movements of others in one's own muscles






45. Provide opportunities for interpretation of dance - Provide a classroom dance program that includes different styles of dance from a cultural and historical context






46. A term coined in the 1960s by those who wanted to create movement outside the influences of any of the then - traditional modern dance pioneers - such as Cunningham - Graham - Humphrey - Lim






47. Determine appropriate age - related expectations for a safe - enjoyable classroom activity






48. Often carry important historical significance from ancient civilizations Examples: Chinese ribbon dance - Polish polonaise - India's Kathakali or Bharatanatyam dance - Clogging - traditionally from Wales - which involves double taps on both the heel






49. In this leap - the dancer turns halfway in midair to land facing the direction in which the movement started






50. Elaborate costumes - balance and moderation - and traditional dance