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In [[dance]], choreography is also known as ''[[dance composition]]''. Dance compositions are created by applying one or both of these fundamental choreographic techniques: |
In [[dance]], choreography is also known as ''[[dance composition]]''. Dance compositions are created by applying one or both of these fundamental choreographic techniques: |
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* '''Improvisation''', in which a choreographer provides dancers with a ''score'' (i.e., generalized directives) that serves as guidelines for improvised movement and form. For example, a score might direct one dancer to withdraw from another dancer, who in turn is directed to avoid the withdrawal, or it might specify a sequence of movements that are to be executed in an improvised manner over the course of a musical phrase, as in [[contra dance choreography]]. Improvisational scores typically offer wide latitude for personal interpretation by the dancer. |
* '''Improvisation''', in which a choreographer provides dancers with a ''score'' (i.e., generalized directives) that serves as guidelines for improvised movement and form. For example, a score might direct one dancer to withdraw from another dancer, who in turn is directed to avoid the withdrawal, or it might specify a sequence of movements that are to be executed in an improvised manner over the course of a musical phrase, as in [[contra dance choreography]]. Improvisational scores typically offer wide latitude for personal interpretation by the dancer. |
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* '''Planned choreography''', in which a choreographer dictates motion and form in detail, leaving little or no opportunity for the dancer |
* '''Planned choreography''', in which a choreographer dictates motion and form in detail, leaving little or no opportunity for the dancer |
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Look up choreography in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.
Choreography is the art of designing sequences of movements in which motion, form, or both are specified. Choreography may also refer to the design itself, which is sometimes expressed by means of dance notation. The word choreography literally means "dance-writing" from the Greek words "χορεία" (circular dance, see choreia) and "γραφή" (writing). A choreographer is one who creates choreographies.
The term choreography first appeared in the American English dictionary in the 1950s.[1] Prior to this, movie credits used various terms to mean choreography, such as "ensembles staged by"[2] and "dances staged by"[3].
Choreography is used in the fields of Cheerleading, Cinematography, Dance, Gymnastics, Fashion shows, Ice skating, Marching band, Show Choir, and Synchronized swimming.
Techniques
In dance, choreography is also known as dance composition. Dance compositions are created by applying one or both of these fundamental choreographic techniques:
- Improvisation, in which a choreographer provides dancers with a score (i.e., generalized directives) that serves as guidelines for improvised movement and form. For example, a score might direct one dancer to withdraw from another dancer, who in turn is directed to avoid the withdrawal, or it might specify a sequence of movements that are to be executed in an improvised manner over the course of a musical phrase, as in contra dance choreography. Improvisational scores typically offer wide latitude for personal interpretation by the dancer.
- Planned choreography, in which a choreographer dictates motion and form in detail, leaving little or no opportunity for the dancer
See also
NAJMAL VOLCANO
Articles
- Ballet master
- List of choreographers
- Stage Directors and Choreographers Society
- Dance improvisation
- Contact improvisation
- Movement director
Categories
References
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Presented by Amanda Wilde (2006-10-26). "Frankie Manning: Lindy Hop Pioneer". Radio Intersection. 12:31 minutes in. KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio.
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Mark Sandrich (Director) (1935). [[Top Hat]] (DVD). RKO Radio Pictures. Event occurs at 00:01:15. Retrieved 2007-08-08.
Ensembles Staged by Hermes Pan
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Edward Cahn (Director) (1942). [[Our Gang]] in "Melodies Old and New" (DVD). Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Event occurs at 00:00:20. Retrieved 2007-08-07.
Dancer Staged by Steven Granger and Gladys Rubens
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Further reading
- Blom, L, A. and Tarin Chaplin, L. (1989) The Intimate Act of Choreography. Dance Books. ISBN 0-8229-5342-0
- Ellfeldt, L. (1998) A Primer for Choreographers . Waveland Press. ISBN 0-88133-350-6
- Minton, S, C. (1997) Choreography: A Basic Approach Using Improvisation. Human Kinetics . ISBN 0-88011-529-7
- Tufnell, M. and Vaughan, D. (1999) Body Space Image : Notes Toward Improvisation and Performance. Princeton Book Co. ISBN 1-85273-041-2
- Smith-Autard, J, M. (2000) Dance Composition. Routledge. ISBN 0-87830-118-6