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5.1 A short sequence of movements or gestures repeated throughout a choreography: A) Melody B) Dynamics C) Motif D) Genre 5.1.2 A source of inspiration for dancers to explore and develop movement vocabulary: A) Stimulus B) Balance C) Coordination D) Expression 5.1.3 The art of creating or organising movement for a dance performance: A) Rhythm B) Choreography C) Dance elements D) Dynamics 5.1.4 Two or more dancers moving as one: A) Phrasing B) Gestures C) Unison D) Canon 5.1.5 Choreography presented in a non-conventional performance space: A) Transition B) Phrasing C) Improvisation D) Site-specific dance 5.2 Name the choreography PAT theme you selected this year - NSC Dance Studies - Question 5 - 2023 - Paper 1
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5.1 A short sequence of movements or gestures repeated throughout a choreography: A) Melody B) Dynamics C) Motif D) Genre 5.1.2 A source of inspiration for dancers... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:5.1 A short sequence of movements or gestures repeated throughout a choreography: A) Melody B) Dynamics C) Motif D) Genre 5.1.2 A source of inspiration for dancers to explore and develop movement vocabulary: A) Stimulus B) Balance C) Coordination D) Expression 5.1.3 The art of creating or organising movement for a dance performance: A) Rhythm B) Choreography C) Dance elements D) Dynamics 5.1.4 Two or more dancers moving as one: A) Phrasing B) Gestures C) Unison D) Canon 5.1.5 Choreography presented in a non-conventional performance space: A) Transition B) Phrasing C) Improvisation D) Site-specific dance 5.2 Name the choreography PAT theme you selected this year - NSC Dance Studies - Question 5 - 2023 - Paper 1
Step 1
5.2.1 Explain how you used dance elements and/or choreographic structures to communicate the theme/intent.
Answer
Theme: Every Day is Earth Day
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Space: We chose the beach as our performance space to highlight the issue of plastic pollution. The dancers moved among the audience, creating a sense of urgency about the environment.
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Force: The dancers varied their dynamics to convey both the gentleness of the ocean and the harsh reality of pollution, using heavy movements to represent waste and lighter movements to symbolize hope.
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Canon: We employed canon to demonstrate the waves, showing the repetitive movement of the ocean, which parallels the repetitive nature of pollution.
By integrating these elements, the dance creates a visual narrative that emphasizes the impact of plastic waste on our environment.
Step 2
5.2.2 Your choreography PAT required you to plan and create a dance work.
Answer
Step 1: Research/Investigation I started with research to gain deeper insights into the theme. This involved exploring various environmental issues and how they can be represented through movement.
Step 2: Improvisation Next, I conducted improvisation sessions with my dancers, encouraging them to experiment with movements that convey the emotions associated with environmental themes.
Step 3: Selection of Performance Space Choosing the beach allowed us to incorporate the natural environment into our performance, enhancing the message of our work.
Step 4: Selection of Music and/or Accompaniment I looked for soundscapes that reflected ocean sounds and environmental themes, which would complement the choreography and mood.
Step 5: Selecting Production Elements We decided on minimal props, like garbage bags, to symbolize pollution, focusing on the dancers' movements rather than complex staging.
Step 6: Improvisation Finally, I facilitated improvisation sessions to fine-tune movements and enhance collaboration among the dancers, solidifying the overall choreography.