Definitions

Question 1

Climax

Answer 1

The most significant moment of a dance

Question 2

Motif development

Answer 2

A movement or phrase that shows an idea or theme and is repeated and developed throughout the dance

Question 3

Canon

Answer 3

Dancers perform the same movements as each other but they overlap in time

Question 4

What does repetition mean in choreography?

Answer 4

The same action or phrase is performed again during the dance piece.

This can emphasize particular movements or themes.

Question 5

Contrast

Answer 5

Parts of the dance are very different to each other (have nothing in common)

Question 6

Unison

Answer 6

Two or more dancers perform the same thing at the same time

Question 7

Manipulation of number

Answer 7

How the number of dancers in a group is used

Question 8

Researching

Answer 8

Looking into a topic or idea, such as historical context, scientific facts, and statistics or real life examples

Question 9

Selecting

Answer 9

Taking care to choose the best and most suitable option

Question 10

Structuring

Answer 10

Arranging and ordering a dance to best realize a choreographing intention

Question 11

Refining

Answer 11

Narrowing down ideas and making minor changes to ensure the best outcome

Question 12

Generating

Answer 12

Coming up with ideas

Question 13

Improvising

Answer 13

Developing movement content spontaneously without preparation

Question 14

Developing

Answer 14

Advancing choreography such as using motif development

Question 15

Posture

Answer 15

The way the body is held

Question 16

Strength

Answer 16

Muscular power

Question 17

Control

Answer 17

The ability to start and stop movement, change direction, and hold a shape efficiently

Question 18

Balance

Answer 18

A steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight

Question 19

Extension

Answer 19

Lengthening one or more muscles or limbs

Question 20

Flexibility

Answer 20

The range of movement in the joints

Question 21

Alignment

Answer 21

Correct placement of body parts in relation to each other

Question 22

Mobility

Answer 22

The range of movement in a joint

Question 23

Stamina

Answer 23

Ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time

Question 24

Coordination

Answer 24

The efficient combination of body parts

Question 25

Isolation

Answer 25

An independent movement of a part of the body

Question 26

Action content

Answer 26

A movement that a dancer does

Question 27

Dynamic content

Answer 27

The qualities of movement based upon variations in speed, strength, and flow

Question 28

Spatial content

Answer 28

How a dancer uses space

Question 29

Relationship content

Answer 29

The ways in which dancers interact

Question 30

Timing content

Answer 30

The use of time or counts when matching movements to sound or other dancers

Question 31

Stylistic accuracy

Answer 31

The style of movement being used suits the intention

Question 32

Focus

Answer 32

Use of the eyes to enhance performance

Question 33

Facial expressions

Answer 33

Using the face to express emotion

Question 34

Spatial awareness

Answer 34

Consciousness of the surrounding space

Question 35

Projection

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The energy the dancer uses to draw in the audience

Question 36

Phrasing

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The way energy is distributed through the execution of a movement phrase

Question 37

Musicality

Answer 37

Making the unique qualities of the accompaniment evident in performance

Question 38

Sensitivity to other dancers

Answer 38

Awareness of and connection to other dancers

Question 39

Systematic repetition

Answer 39

Repeating something in an arranged or ordered way

Question 40

Mental rehearsal

Answer 40

Thinking through or visualising the dance

Question 41

Rehearsal discipline

Answer 41

Skills required for refining performance such as commitment

Question 42

Planning of rehearsal

Answer 42

Deciding what will be carried out during the rehearsal

Question 43

Response to feedback

Answer 43

Seeking feedback from others and responding appropriately

Question 44

Capacity to improve

Answer 44

Understanding that there is always room for improvement and seeking ways to do so

Question 45

Commitment

Answer 45

Dedication to the overall performance

Question 46

Concentration

Answer 46

Being completely focused and giving all your attention to the performance

Question 47

Confidence

Answer 47

A feeling of self-belief during the performance

Question 48

Movement memory

Answer 48

The ability to remember actions, space, dynamics, and relationships of the dance

Question 49

Highlights

Answer 49

Important moments in a dance

Question 50

Repetition

Answer 50

The same action or phrase performed again in the dance

Question 51

Rhythmic content

Answer 51

Repeated patterns of sound or movement