Optional training - Modern Dance 1

Subject guarantor:

Libuše OVSOVÁ

Name of lecturer(s):

Libuše OVSOVÁ

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Development of student physical skills. Development of muscle apparatus, movement memory and active linking of theory to practice.

Mode of study:

Exercises

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Mastery of the basic of modern and contemporary dance techniques.

Recommended optional programme components:

No elective requirements.

Course contents:

In Modern Dance Training students learn differing variations used in floor work exercises whicn needn't always maintain form according to the strict rules of M. Graham but her principles are accepted. They are introduced to various possibilities in joining individual exercises and their development (ex: use of swing movements in spirals in the IV position). As well in the center work, exercises phrases often work with spirals, body weight, practicing isolations, development of coordination. Combinations across the floor are more complex than in the first two semesters, containing more technical elements in sequence (ex: tilt and knot) which requires a faster tempo of training and greater requirements physically and in concentration. Students are guided to be aware of the methodic connections of exercises. Modern Dance Training reacts to the needs of the students, meaning that the focus on particular technical problems attempts to correct movement habits or deficiences.

Simultaneously Modern Dance Training guides student to a development of artistic personality by increasing the quality of the dance technique.

Recommended or required reading:

M.Feldenkrais. Pohybem k sebeuvědomění

R. Cohan:The dance workshop

G.Shurr+R.D.Yocom:Modern dance(Techniques and teaching)

M. Horosho: Martha Graham

E.Stodelle:The dance technique of Doris Humphrey

E. Stodelle:The dance technique of José Limon

Video recordins from private archives:

The Gutellius Class

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

exercises

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit is awarded based on: activity in exercises.

Course web page:

Note:

none

Further information:

Course may be repeated

Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Obor Pedagogika tance (Bc) (compulsory optional subject)