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Jenefer Davies

The Art of Dance Composition: Writing the Body

The Art of Dance Composition: Writing the Body

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The Art of Dance Composition: Writing the Body provides a structured approach to modern dance composition, exploring themes, story, and design through various techniques and digital tools. It offers practical advice for aspiring choreographers and includes access to performance videos.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 182 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


The Art of Dance Composition: Writing the Body is a comprehensive guide to modern dance composition, offering clear and structured approaches to designing and defining movement that demystify the creative process. The book delves into the concepts of creating authentic movement, techniques for gathering and organizing compositional elements, and the interplay between theme, story, and design in the movement of bodies in space. It explores composition from various angles, including the utilization of digital tools such as video and video editing software, digital mapping, and motion capture, as well as through improvisation, sourced gestures, and inspiration from visual art, found objects, and chance methodology. Flowcharts are provided to organize and provide a framework for creating dance, empowering readers to develop their own artistic works.

Packed with practical advice, this book is an invaluable resource for aspiring choreographers of all levels. Additionally, the book includes access to performance videos that showcase the concepts illustrated in the text, allowing readers to witness the movements and techniques discussed firsthand. To access the videos, visit www.daviesanddancers.com/links-to-writing-the-body.

In summary, The Art of Dance Composition: Writing the Body is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the world of modern dance composition. With its comprehensive approach, practical advice, and access to performance videos, it provides a solid foundation for aspiring choreographers to develop their artistic skills and create captivating dance pieces.

Weight: 328g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367424435

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