choreography class

Learning movement sequences

A choreography class is instruction in creating dance sequences and movement compositions.

Unlike technique classes that teach how to execute steps, choreography classes focus on arranging movement into coherent artistic works—selecting steps, shaping phrases, using space and music.

She learned how to structure a piece in choreography class.

Related
  • danceRhythmic bodily movement
  • studioCreative professional's workspace
  • routineRegular sequence of actions
  • stepsSequential actions in process
  • instructorOne who teaches skills

rehearsal · movement · mirror · barre · across the floor · leotard · counts · formation · clean lines · practice · rhythm · combination · eight count · warm-up · stretch · pirouette · grand jeté · body roll

Opposites
structured vs. spontaneous movement

choreography classimprovisation

Spontaneous, unplanned creation

free dance · dance improvisation · jam session · ecstatic dance · free movement

formal instruction vs. informal practice

choreography classYouTube tutorials

Instructional clips online

dance party

movement-based vs. sedentary activity

choreography classseminar

Group discussion for learning

desk work · academic class · meditation class · study hall

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G