Modern & Contemporary Dance Classes

Modern & Contemporary Class Descriptions

Modern Fundamentals

This beginner Modern dance class focuses on the study of basic movement principles, the elements of dance: space, time, and energy, and the refined fundamentals of modern dance. Codified modern techniques of modern dance pioneers such as Graham, Horton, Limon and Humphrey are introduced, and the nuances and intricacies of each codified technique is explored.  The class begins with a Horton warm-up, and progresses to center floor work and dynamic across the floor exercises that incorporate Horton, Graham and Limon techniques.

Intermediate-Advanced Modern

Geared toward the student with previous modern dance training and/or substantive training in another genre of dance, this intermediate-advanced modern dance class continues with the fundamental modern dance skills learned in the previous level and introduces more advanced contemporary techniques. This course includes floor work, inversion and improvisation, as well as rhythmic, isolated and expressive movement. Classwork will deepen students' alignment, strength, flexibility, coordination, rhythm, dynamics and spatial awareness. The concepts of codified classical modern dance are explored, along with somatic awareness, efficient athleticism, and creative voice.

Contemporary Movement

This beginning-intermediate class introduces students to the dynamic capabilities of the body as an articulate means of expression. Presents basic concepts and skills from contemporary dance forms that may include Afro-modern, floor work, inversion, classical modern and improvisation. Classwork develops efficient alignment, strength, flexibility, coordination, rhythm, dynamics and spatial awareness. No experience necessary. 

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