Dance studies: the basics / Jo Butterworth.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Butterworth, Jo

Series:

Basics (Routledge (Firm))

The basics

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Dance.

Choreography.

Dance--History.

History.

Physical Description:

212 pages ; 20 cm.

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Routledge, 2012.

Summary:

"Dance Studies: The Basics is a concise introduction to the study of dance ranging from the practical aspects such as technique and to more theoretical considerations such as aesthetic appreciation and the place of dance in different cultures. Including examples from dance forms such as ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and urban, this book answers questions such as: Exactly how do we define 'dance'? What kinds of people dance and what kind of training is necessary? How are dances made? What do we know about dance history? Featuring a glossary, chronology of dance history and list of useful websites, this book is the ideal starting point for anyone interested in the study of dance"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

1 Training for dance 5

2 Making dances 35

3 Dance theatre history 70

4 Performing dances 107

5 Appreciating dance 129

6 Applied dance studies 162.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780415582551

0415582555

9780415582544

0415582547

9780203156995

0203156994

OCLC:

663951888