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Dance Vocab

Subjects : performing-arts, dance
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1. A particular kind or style of dance - such as - ballet - jazz - modern - folk - tap - hip-hop - etc.






2. Point and stretch of the foot (Ballet)






3. Creation and composition of dances by arranging or inventing steps - movements - and pattern of movements.






4. A state of equilibrium referring to the balance of weight or the spatial arrangement of bodies.






5. Physics principles that govern motion - flow - and weight in time and space including: the law of gravity - balance and centrifugal force.






6. A large traveling leap (Ballet)






7. A line along which a person or part of the person such as an arm or head - moves. Pathways can be linear - in circles - zigzags - etc.






8. To bend






9. A form of Western classical dance that originated in the Renaissance courts of Europe. The dance form was formally codified by the time of King Louis XIV (mid-1600's) - Who was accomplished dancer - responsible for extensive notation as well as suppo






10. Physics principles that govern motion - flow - and weight in time and space including: the law of gravity - balance and centrifugal force.






11. Evil shoes (Ballet)






12. An element of dance that refers to the immediate spherical space surrounding the body in all directions. Use of space includes shape - direction - pathway - range of movement and level of movment(Low - middle - high).






13. A quantity or range of different things. Helps maintain the audiences interest and helps the choreographer to develop the dance. Contrasts in the use of space(open/closed) - force(smooth/sharp) and spatial designs(straight lines/ curves/zigzags)






14. An element of dance characterized by the release of potential energy into kinetic energy. It utilizes body weight - reveals the effects of gravity on the body - is projected into space - and affects emotional and spatial relationships and intentions.






15. Pointing of the foot in an open position






16. To set side by side to emphasize difference in dance - two movements that differ in energy - space - (size - direction - level) - design (symmetrical/asymmetrical - open/closed) - timing (fast/slow - even -uneven - themes or patterns.






17. To change






18. A line along which a person or part of the person such as an arm or head - moves. Pathways can be linear - in circles - zigzags - etc.






19. Energy of movement expressed in varying intensities - accent and quality






20. To rise






21. A type of dance that began as a rebellion against steps and positions and values - Expressive and original or authentic movement. Alvin Ailey and Martha Graham






22. Cicular movement of leg






23. When a movment phrase or section progresses to the next.






24. A ballet in which a prince fights for the the Swan Queen (Ballet)






25. Similar to the principles of visual art. Refers to the presence of unity - continuity (transitions) and variety (contrasts and repitition-patterns) in the choreography






26. A type of dance that began as a rebellion against steps and positions and values - Expressive and original or authentic movement. Alvin Ailey and Martha Graham






27. A structure of movement patterns in time; the pattern produced by emphasis and duration of notes in music.






28. A structure of movement patterns in time; the pattern produced by emphasis and duration of notes in music.






29. (ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading






30. Dance movemnt that takes place at the same time across the whole group of dancers






31. Very short skirt worn by ballerinas (Ballet)






32. A ballet step where the foot crosses over in fifth position - taking small steps right and left






33. A state of equilibrium






34. A ballet step where the foot crosses over in fifth position - taking small steps right and left






35. A quantity or range of different things. Helps maintain the audiences interest and helps the choreographer to develop the dance. Contrasts in the use of space(open/closed) - force(smooth/sharp) and spatial designs(straight lines/ curves/zigzags)






36. A state of equilibrium referring to the balance of weight or the spatial arrangement of bodies.






37. Dance marked by movement isolations and complex polyrhythms found in African American music such as - ragtime - jazz - spirituals - blues - work songs and is considered and American style of dance.






38. A feeling of completion or wholeness in a dance achieved when all parts work well together.






39. The element of dance involving rhythm - phrasing - tempo - accent and duration. Time can be metered as in music or based on body rhythms such as breath - emotions - and heartbeat.






40. A large traveling leap (Ballet)






41. Movement created spontaneously - which ranges from freeform to highly structured environments - always including an element of chance.






42. To change






43. Awareness of one's body and its possibilities - capabilities and limitations






44. Dance marked by movement isolations and complex polyrhythms found in African American music such as - ragtime - jazz - spirituals - blues - work songs and is considered and American style of dance.






45. The speed of the music or dance






46. To stretch






47. Dance associated with a nationalistic purpose - usually performed today as surviving portion of a traditional celebration and done for social gatherings or as recreation






48. A piece of choreography or dance






49. Movement created spontaneously - which ranges from freeform to highly structured environments - always including an element of chance.






50. To bend