Sujets :
Chorégraphie - Philosophie et théorie
Danse - Philosophie et théorie
Danse - Processus de création
Danse - Étude et enseignement
Chorégraphie - Étude et enseignement

Dépouillement du document :
Terminology

1. Approach
Isolating choreographic elements
Combining theory and practice
Using improvisation

2. Essentials
Intention, motivation, and clarity
Theme
Simplicity
Artistic impact

3. Speaking body
Body parts
Building trust and sensitivity

4. Phrase
Basic structure
High point
Variety in phrase length
Choreographic phrase vs. movement combinations

5. Space
Level
Geometry of space
Design in space : shape
Focus
Active space
Turning
Floor pattern
Stage space
Personal space
Environment

6. Time
Tempo
Momentum
Duration
Clock time
Regular/irregular
Accent
Meter
Natural rhythms
Stillness

7. Energy
Energy (active/passive)
Force (strong/gentle)
Movement qualities : dynamics in action

8. Forming
Form's natural existence and artistic use
Organic form
Transitions
Sequencing
Compositional structures vs. choreographic devices
Compositional structures
Theme and variation vs. motif and development
Choreographic devices
Overall form

9. Abstraction
In art and aesthetics
Imagery
Gestures
Degrees of abstraction
Pure dance
Romanticism/classicism
Abstraction vs. stylization

10. Style
Personal movement style
Choreographic style
Codified technique
Theories of movement
Cultural style
Great periods in art

11. Silence, sound, and music
Silence
Sound
Music

12. Group work
Group trust, movement, design
Multibody movement : design and structure
Partner work
Numerical possibilities and staging
Balance and placement in overall design
Small groups
Chorus vs. group
New resources : dances from your dancers
Using choreographic devices and compositional structures
Formations
The one and the many
Working with masses

13. Theatrical elements

14. Performance

15. Tangents
Teacher's addendum : the delicate art of teaching choreography

Appendix. List of improvisations and choreographic studies

Résumé :
"Finally, a comprehensive book that covers all aspects of choreography from the most fundamental techniques to highly sophisticated artistic concerns. The Intimate Act of Choreography presents the what and how of choreography in a workable format that begins with basics - time, space, force - and moves on to the more complex issues faced by the intermediate and advanced choreographer - form, style, abstraction, compositional structures, and choreographic devices. The format of the book evolved from the idea that improvisation is a good way to learn choreography. This approach is in harmony with widely accepted dance philosophies that value the unique qualities of each individual's creativity. After discussing a concept, the authors provide exploratory work, structured improvisations, and choreographic studies that give the student a physical experience of that concept. The language is stimulating and innovative, rich in visual images that will challenge the choreographer to explore new directions in movement.

Collection : Bibliothèque de l'École nationale de cirque

Localisation : Bibliothèque

Cote : 792.82 B653i 1982

• Ex. 1 — disponible