Modern DANCE TECHNIQUE Class
Dance for Beginner/Intermediate Dance Enthusiasts
This befinner/intermediate level movement class emphasizes Modern Dance concepts and movement techniques highlighted through the joy of motion. Specifically, the class uses the philosophy of ‘Contraction and Release’ of the torso as a catalyst for movement as per American Modern Dance pioneer May O’Donnell. The class content also honors the choreographic influences of O’Donnell, José Limón, Susannah Newman, Gary Lund and Norman Walker, among many other master dance artists. The 90-minute class explores movement vocabulary to help students increase strength, control, alignment, flexibility, rhythmic and dynamic awareness, range of motion, and clarity of form all while emphasizing the beauty of sheer physicality and artistic expression.
