Graham Technique (Part I)

I. Experiential  Work

Begin class by trying to embody the main movements demonstrated in the videos below.

 

Question 1

List the different exercises mentioned in the video.

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II) The Technique

 Trying to embody the main movements demonstrated in the videos below.

Question2


According to the interviewees, what are the mains aspects of Graham Technique?

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III. The Technique at Work

Pay close attention to the various movements executed by these dancers. Try them at home in whichever way you can just for fun.

 Question 3

After seeing Graham technique being used write a one paragraph reflection.

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IV. Graham's Choreographic Work

  Question 4

After watching the video, in which way to you think the technique helps Graham tell the story of Oedipus Rex ?

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V. Written Component

LINK:

Graham Technique 

   Question 5

 Please, click on the link above, read the article and summarize the key concepts of Graham Technique.

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 VI. Dance Phrase

Based on the videos seen today, create your first four movements for this week.

Source:

Martha Graham – The Graham Technique 

https://us.humankinetics.com/blogs/excerpt/martha-graham-ndash-the-graham-technique

 

 

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STUDENTS' WORK

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