Introductory Dance
Body, space, time, energy, effort, and relationships
Elements of Dance
where two or more bones meet on the skeleton
Joint
indicates the direction of the Tendu which is "in front"
Tendu Devant
The dancer suspends their motion in mid-air to create the illusion of defying gravity.
Suspension
the speed or timing of a song
Tempo
becoming sensory-aware of bone, muscles, and joints
Kinesthetic Awareness
the foot is placed in second position and the arms are outstretched to second position.
A la seconde
A movement quality that begins with a strong sharp force
Percussive
the human body rhythmically moving with energy
Dance
Kinesthetic Awareness becoming sensory-aware of bone, muscles, and joints
Kinesthetic Sense
placing of a limb in back of the body
Derriere
when extreme tension is applied to a body part which responds with a series of fluttering, quivering movements
Vibratory
viewing, thinking about, and responding to dance
Dance Appreciation
a strong band of tissue that connects bone to muscle
Ligament
a walking or running ballet step usually executed on the points of the toes.
Traveling pas de bourrée
even flow of energy resulting in motion that is ongoing and smooth.
Sustained
class or category of dance
Genre
dances done for social reasons including traditional or historical dances
Recreational Dance
all five toes, metatarsals, and the center of each heel of each foot connect to create a foot triangle.
Full foot position
the art of changing Stances briefly to use abilities from different Stances.
Stance