Choreography Lesson

WELCOME TO CHOREOGRAPHY

The Legacy of Alvin Ailey

A Journey Through Dance

The Journey Begins

• Alvin Ailey: A legendary dancer and choreographer
• Early Life: Born in 1931 in Texas
• Influences: Martha Graham, Lester Horton, and Katherine Dunham
• Legacy: Founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

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Who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater?

• Alvin Ailey

• Martha Graham

• Lester Horton

• Katherine Dunham

Alvin Ailey Dance Theater

Trivia: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded by Alvin Ailey. It is renowned for its fusion of modern dance techniques with African-American cultural themes. Ailey's masterpiece, 'Revelations,' is one of the most performed modern dance works in the world. The company has performed in over 71 countries, spreading the joy of dance globally.

The Legacy of Alvin Ailey

• Formation of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
• Founded in 1958 by Alvin Ailey
• Goal: Celebrate African-American culture through dance
• Known for powerful performances and diverse repertoire
• Continues to inspire and influence dancers worldwide

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What is the goal of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater?

• To celebrate African-American culture through dance

• To inspire and influence dancers worldwide

• To form a diverse repertoire

• To continue the legacy of Alvin Ailey

Alvin Ailey Dance Theater

Trivia: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's goal is to celebrate African-American culture through dance. With a diverse repertoire, they inspire and influence dancers worldwide. They continue the legacy of Alvin Ailey, leaving a lasting impact on the dance community.

• Founded in 1958
• Based in New York City
• Performed in over 70 countries

The Legacy of Alvin Ailey

• Alvin Ailey: A renowned American choreographer and dancer
• Signature Style: A unique blend of modern dance, ballet, and African-American cultural influences
• Choreography: Ailey's works explore themes of spirituality, freedom, and the African-American experience
• Influence: Ailey's legacy continues through the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, inspiring generations of dancers worldwide

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What is Alvin Ailey known for?

• Painting

• Singing

• Dancing

• Writing

Alvin Ailey: The Dance Legend

Trivia: Alvin Ailey is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to modern dance. His iconic choreography, such as 'Revelations,' has captivated audiences worldwide. Ailey's dance company, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, continues to inspire and promote diversity in the performing arts.

• Founded in 1958
• Based in New York City
• Performed in over 70 countries

The Legacy of Alvin Ailey

• Alvin Ailey: A renowned dancer and choreographer
• Journey Through Dance: His exploration of African-American experiences through dance
• Impact on the World of Dance: Revolutionized modern dance, founded Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

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What is Alvin Ailey known for?

• Being a renowned dancer and choreographer

• Exploring African-American experiences through dance

• Revolutionizing modern dance

• Founding Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Alvin Ailey: Founder of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Trivia: Alvin Ailey is known for revolutionizing modern dance and exploring African-American experiences through dance. He founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, a renowned dance company that continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

The Legacy of Alvin Ailey

• Alvin Ailey was a renowned American choreographer and activist.
• He founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1958.
• Ailey's legacy is characterized by his commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice through dance.
• His choreographic works, such as Revelations, continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
• Ailey's impact on the dance world is profound, leaving a lasting legacy of artistic excellence and cultural significance.

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What is Alvin Ailey's legacy?

• His commitment to diversity and inclusion

• His founding of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

• His choreographic works like Revelations

• His impact on the dance world

Alvin Ailey's Legacy

Trivia: Alvin Ailey's commitment to diversity and inclusion revolutionized the dance world. His choreographic works like Revelations continue to inspire generations. Ailey's founding of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater created a platform for African-American dancers to showcase their talent. His impact on the dance world is immeasurable.

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Retrograde is a choreographic device in which...

• Movements in a sequence are reversed.

• The choreographer rewinds the motion so they are done backward

• Movements are done in A B C order

• Movements are done in a circle

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When all dancers dance the same actions at the same time it's called...?

• unison

• non-unison

• canon

• clone

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Accumulation is a choreographic device in which...

• Sequences of gestures are added to excite the audience

• When a dancer performs a series of movements and other dancers don't move at all

• A choreographic device where new movements or dancers are added to a movement pattern in a successive manner

• Dancers are added to a series of movements with a ripple affect

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When dancers dance the same actions, but start at different times, it's called:

• canon

• unison

• the wave

• ripple effect

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What is the difference between a ripple and a canon in dance?

• A canon sequence of movement is started by one dancer then identically copied and performed by others

• A canon is a section of movement that consists of one phrase that is performed at different times in either an overlapping or sequential relationship. A ripple is a simple repetition of the same movement by one dancer, then another

• A ripple occurs when a dancer performs ​one​ ​move,​one after the other. Canons: ​ ​A ​canon​ occurs when ​dancers​ perform a ​series of movements one after the other.

• A canon is done to draw the audience into the pattern.

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When two dancers dance together, it's called:

• duet

• trio

• solo

• us

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Contrast in dance choreography is...

• The difference between moving slowly across the stage

• When the dancers all move together at the same time

• A choreographic device where dance movements are adjusted to create oppositions, making contrasts such as high/low, tensile and flowing, fast and slow

• A choreographic device where everyone moves in slow motion

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When dancers dance different actions at the same time it's called...?

• non-unison

• unison

• canon

• freestyle

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When one dancer initiates a movement pattern and then all of the others repeat that pattern, this is called...

• response to move

• Call and response

• Call in order

• Change and response

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When parts of a dance are seen more than once, it's called...?

• repetition

• unison

• sequence

• circular

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Every dance must have...

• A poem to make it make sense

• An interesting beginning

• A well developed middle

• A well thought out end

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What is an example of theme and variation?

• A A1 A2 A3

• ABABAB

• 12345

• ABACADA

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The Elements of dance are...

• movements

  rhythm

  music

  space

  thought

• Body

  Energy

  Space

  Time

• Energy

  Excitement

  Songs

  timing

  ballet

• Formations

  power

  limbs

  breath

  developpe

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What is an example of rondo?

• ABACADA

• ABCD

• AZ

• AAA

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Choreography is ...

• the art of making dances

• building a fantasy

• being present with others

• making a collage

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When part of a dance is performed in reverse, it is called...

• retrograde

• difficult

• backwards

• turn around

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Circle, line, "V", and diamond are examples of...

• formations

• shapes

• letters

• drawings

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The elements of Dance that can be used in choreographing dances are:

• Body/Action, Energy, Space, Time

• Jump, Turn, Roll, Stretch

• Seeing, Hearing, Smelling, Touching

• Arms, Legs, Emotion, Music

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A movement that happens one after another.

• Formation

• Space

• Contagion/Ripple

• Level

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Dancers are arranged in a ___________________ on stage.

• Formation

• Space

• Contagion/Ripple

• ABA Format

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Movement through high, medium, and low space is also known as...

• Level

• Space

• Contagion/Ripple

• ABA Format

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An opening theme followed by contrasting movement followed by a repeat of the opening theme.

• Formation

• Space

• Contagion/Ripple

• ABA Format

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Placement, direction, pathway, focus, and facing all describe

• Formation

• Space

• Time

• ABA Format

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Unison, rhythm, tempo, and groups all describe

• Contagion/Ripple

• Space

• Time

• ABA Format

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Where are you looking?

• Focus

• Placement

• Rhythm

• Groups

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Direction taken across the floor.

• Focus

• Placement

• Rhythm

• Pathway

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All dancers move at the same time.

• Focus

• Unison

• Rhythm

• Tempo

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Repetitive patterns within the music.

• Direction

• Unison

• Rhythm

• Tempo

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A movement introduced by one dancer then repeated exactly by another dancer.

• Canon/Pick up

• Theme

• Contagion/Ripple

• Level

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A phrase of movement.

• Space

• Time

• Theme

• Formation

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Movement or gesture that can be elaborated upon or developed in a variety of ways.

• Motif

• Unison

• Canon/Pick Up

• Tempo

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Pathway

• Repetitive patterns within the music

• Direction taken across the floor

• Movement that happens one after another

• Movement gesture that is developed in a dance

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Space

• Placement, direction, pathway, focus, and facings

• Unison, rhythm, tempo, and groups

• Direction, unison, and facings

• ABA Format