Dance Styles Day! 100 Points! 50% of your grade today depends on you DANCING the styles we talk about! SIT SO YOU CAN SEE THE SCREEN! Grab handouts from front table! Opener: Read the article dealing with Male Dancer Stereotypes and answer the questions. Return Papers Lecture / Activity - Styles of Dance Exit Slip – Identify the three purposes of dance and the four styles of dance studied today in class. Essential Question: What are the styles of dance?

Questions: 1) What is the stereotype surrounding male ballet dancers? 2) Name two things that Sascha does during an average day on the job. 3) Are artists treated differently in America than in other countries? Explain. 4) What is the most irritating aspect of the stereotype against male ballet dancers according to Sascha? 5) Why do male dancers need a strong will and fortitude to become professionals? 6) What are some similarities between Sascha and other male dancers’ stories of when they were growing up? 7) Explain the following statement: “Ironically, the stereotype of the sissy male dancer has given rise to a male dancer who is anything but.” 8) Name one reward named from being a male ballet dancer. 9) ____________________________ to ballet is all that is needed to ____________ minds, for the combination of ___________________, _______________________ and beautiful music can instill a profound appreciation in an audience.

18 points 2 points each Answers: 1) that they are “sissies” or homosexuals 2) handle lovely women, engage in duels, experience exotic locals, moves like a gymnast, chivalrous lover 3) Yes, they are treated with more respect; they are celebrated 4) they lack strength of character or a courageous spirit 5) they have to fight stereotypes 6) stories share discouragement, harassment, and violence 7) Since people think male dancers are sissies, male dancers have had to become fighters 8) realize physical and emotional human potential; bring joy to others 9) Exposure to ballet is all that is needed to open minds, for the combination of athletic movement, ardent drama and beautiful music can instill a profound appreciation in an audience.

Styles of Dance Ballet Jazz Modern Tap You will fill in your chart as we discuss the four following slides. 50 points

ballet 1) Definition: a classical dance that uses formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement. 2) Roots: It came from court dances; ballet did not develop until the late 1400’s in Italy. However, ballet did not become a major art form until the reign of Louis XIV in France. Louis XIV established the Academie Royale de la Danse. It was at this time that the five core positions of ballet appear in choreographers’ writings.

ballet 3) Attire: Ballet costumes include tutus, pointe shoes, ballet slippers.

ballet 4) Characteristics: Ballet puts emphasis on the method and execution of movement. Ballet steps are characterized by the outward rotation of the thighs from the hip. The foundation of the dance consists of five basic positions, all performed with turnout. Steps Include: chasse, plie, tendu, battement 5) Participation or Performance: Performance 6) How does it feel?: Put it in your own words.

Ballet 1) Ballet did not develop until the late 1400’s in Italy. However, ballet did not become a major art form until the reign of Louis XIV in France. Louis XIV established the Academie Royale de la Danse. It was at this time that the five core positions of ballet appear in choreographers’ writings. 2) The reason why most ballet terms are French is because of the fact that ballet became so popular because of France’s influence. 3) Ballet puts emphasis on the method and execution of movement. Ballet steps are characterized by the outward rotation of the thighs from the hip. The foundation of the dance consists of five basic positions, all performed with turnout. 4) Emphasis is put on the strength of the lower body (especially the legs) and the core (the abs). 5) Ballet costumes include tutus, pointe shoes, ballet slippers. Example: Swan Lake - Tchaikovsky

Jazz Definition: a dance form or dance that is matched to the rhythms and techniques of jazz music. 2) Roots: Jazz dance originated from the African American vernacular dance of the late 1800s to the mid-1900s. An early popular “jazz dancer” was Vaudeville star Joe Frisco in the 1910s. He danced in a loose-limbed style close to the ground while juggling his derby hat and cigar. With the growing domination of other forms of entertainment music, jazz dance evolved on Broadway into a new, smooth style taught today.

Jazz 3) Attire: formal to street wear (to match the choreography), jazz shoes/boots

Jazz 4) Characteristics: In order to be a good jazz dancer, he or she must master ballet technique because it consists of slower movements that strengthens the body and improves balance. Jazz relies heavily on originality and improvisation. Steps Include: ball change, twist, pivot, touch step, pique, passe, stag leap, jete, pencil spin barrel turn, fan kick, jazz walk, chasses 5) Participation or Performance: Performance 6) How does it feel?: Put it in your own words.

Jazz 1) Jazz dance originated from the African American vernacular dance of the late 1800s to the mid-1900s. An early popular “jazz dancer” was Vaudeville star Joe Frisco in the 1910s. He danced in a loose-limbed style close to the ground while juggling his derby and cigar. With the growing domination of other forms of entertainment music, jazz dance evolved on Broadway into a new, smooth style taught today. In order to be a good jazz dancer, he or she must master ballet technique because it consists for slower movements that strengthens body and improves balance. Jazz relies heavily on originality and improvisation. Some basic steps include: ball change, twist, pivot, touch step, pique, passe, stag leap, jete, pencil spin barrel turn, fan kick, jazz walk, chasses Example: Bye Bye Blackbird – Bob Fosse/Ben Veren

mODERN 1) Definition: a form of contemporary theatrical and concert dance that uses the entire body in movements expressive of abstract ideas. 2) Roots: Modern dance developed in the early 20th century. In the early 1900s, a few dancers in Europe started to rebel against the rigid constraints of Classical Ballet. Shedding classical ballet technique, costumes and shoes these early modern dance pioneers practiced free dance.

mODERN 3) Attire: Costumes are traditionally minimalist; in other words, they aren’t very elaborate and don’t have more on them then the dance calls for. Traditionally, dancers dance without shoes or shoes that meant to appear that they aren’t there.

mODERN 4) Characteristics: Modern choreography seen in performance is very diverse and generally cannot be recognized as any specific dance style. It is creative and free flowing. One artist is both dancer and choreographer. Steps Include: flexed feet, cupped hands, bent knees 5) Participation or Performance: Both 6) How does it feel?: Put it in your own words.

Modern SYTYCD Modern dance developed in the early 20th century. In the early 1900s, a few dancers in Europe started to rebel against the rigid constraints of Classical Ballet. Shedding classical ballet technique, costumes and shoes these early modern dance pioneers practiced free dance. Modern choreography seen in performance is very diverse and generally cannot be recognized as any specific dance style, although other dance styles can often influence much of the movement. Costumes are traditionally minimalist; in other words, they aren’t very elaborate and don’t have more on them then the dance calls for. Traditionally, dancers dance without shoes or shoes that meant to appear that they aren’t there. Examples: Appalachian Spring – Martha Graham So You Think You Can Dance

Tap 1) Definition: a dance where rhythms are audibly tapped out with the toe or heel. 2) Roots: Tap dance was developed in the US during the 19th century. - It comes from traditional clog dance of northern England, the jigs and reels of Ireland and Scotland, and the rhythmic foot stamping of African dances.

Tap 3) Attire: The outfits themselves can be formal or simply street wear. By 1925, metal taps were added to the heels and toes of the shoes to produce a more pronounced sound.

Tap 4) Characteristics: Characterized by percussive footwork and precise rhythmic patterns. Steps Include: the shuffle, flap, cramp roll, buffalo, time steps, pullbacks, and wings. 5) Participation or Performance: Performance 6) How does it feel?: Put it in your own words.

Tap Cosby Example Tap dance was developed in the US during the 19th century. It comes from traditional clog dance of northern England, the jigs and reels of Ireland and Scotland, and the rhythmic foot stamping of African dances. By 1925, metal taps were added to the heels and toes of the shoes to produce a more pronounced sound. Tap dancers use syncopation and improvisation in creating their dances. Some steps include the shuffle, flap, cramp roll, buffalo, time steps, pullbacks, and wings.

Exit Slip Own your own sheet of paper: 1. Identify the three purposes of dance 2. Identify the four styles of dance we studied in class 3. Put in the proper basket when finished