AE17.D.PRO.8

Arts Education (2017) Grade(s): 09-12 - Dance

EU: Space, time, and energy are basic elements of dance.
EQ: How do dancers work with space, time, and energy to communicate artistic expression?

Demonstrate clear movement choices in different directions, facings and levels.
Design basic shapes of the body and sequence while connecting movement that uses spatial elements.
Use breath phrasing to execute a work by Martha Graham.
Reflect on syncopation and accents from musical jazz compositions by performing isolated bursts of energy juxtaposed with lyrical full-body movement.
Explore, identify and discuss energy changes that convey a feeling or meaning, then apply various changes in energy to enhance the artistic intent.
Identify common practices for injury prevention and maintenance.
Chart or document a plan that supports personal performance goals.
Analyze and evaluate personal performance using performance goals, video documentation, journaling, or peer feedback.
Identify and discuss performance etiquette. Set attainable personal goals for dance class and assess growth at set intervals.
Design a costume for a dance performance.
Determine opening and ending lighting ideas appropriate to the artistic intent of a dance.

Anchor Standard 4: Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation.

Examples: Use breath phrasing to execute a work by Martha Graham.