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What is a central characteristic of hip-hop dance?
What is a central characteristic of hip-hop dance?
- Strictly choreographed routines with no room for variation
- Focus on synchronized group performances
- Improvisation that allows for personal expression (correct)
- Formal training in classical dance techniques
In which decade did hip-hop dance primarily originate?
In which decade did hip-hop dance primarily originate?
- 1980s
- 2000s
- 1990s
- 1970s (correct)
How does hip-hop dance relate to music?
How does hip-hop dance relate to music?
- Musicality connects movements to the beats and rhythms (correct)
- Movements are often dictated by the lyrics of the song
- Movements ignore the music and focus only on form
- Dancers typically perform in silence to highlight their movements
What aspect of hip-hop culture has influenced hip-hop dance?
What aspect of hip-hop culture has influenced hip-hop dance?
What distinguishes hip-hop dance from many other dance forms?
What distinguishes hip-hop dance from many other dance forms?
Which hip-hop dance style is characterized by rapid muscle contractions creating a popping effect?
Which hip-hop dance style is characterized by rapid muscle contractions creating a popping effect?
What is the primary purpose of Krumping in hip-hop dance culture?
What is the primary purpose of Krumping in hip-hop dance culture?
Which of the following is a key movement in the locking dance style?
Which of the following is a key movement in the locking dance style?
What distinguishes waacking from vogueing in dance?
What distinguishes waacking from vogueing in dance?
Which element of hip-hop dance refers to the spontaneous creation of movements during a dance-off?
Which element of hip-hop dance refers to the spontaneous creation of movements during a dance-off?
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Modern dance technique: Contraction and Release
Modern dance technique: Contraction and Release
A dance technique focusing on torso movements, connected to breathing.
Hip-hop dance origin
Hip-hop dance origin
Emerged in urban communities like the Bronx in the 1970s.
Modern dance themes
Modern dance themes
Modern dance often explores complex human emotions and social issues.
Hip-hop dance: improvisation
Hip-hop dance: improvisation
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Modern Dance: Isadora Duncan's influence
Modern Dance: Isadora Duncan's influence
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Breaking (Breakdancing)
Breaking (Breakdancing)
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Popping
Popping
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Locking
Locking
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Krumping
Krumping
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Hip-Hop Dance Cypher
Hip-Hop Dance Cypher
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Study Notes
Cheerleading History
- Cheerleading originated in the 1860s in Great Britain, entering the US in the 1880s.
- The term "cheerleading" is coined from the words "cheer" and "dance."
- "Cheer" is the act of motivating and boosting the morale of a team.
- "Dance" is used to express emotion and gestures during performances.
- Princeton University, in 1884, developed crowd chanting for sporting teams to promote school spirit.
- Thomas Peebles created the yell "Sis Boom Rah!" in 1884.
- Johnny Campbell of the University of Minnesota is credited with starting organized cheering, yelling "Rah, Rah, Rah! Sku-u-mar, Hoo-rah! Hoo-rah! Varsity! Varsity! Varsity, Minn-e-so-ta!" in 1889.
- Cheerleading progressed from simply chanting to well-organized performances.
Cheerleading Benefits
- A healthy level of physical fitness, including strength training
- Coordination and flexibility improvement
- Posture improvement
- Development of teamwork and confidence
- Learning to take direction
Cheerleading Stunts
- Cheerleading stunts involve three positions: flyer, base, and spotter.
- The flyer performs the stunts in the air.
- The base holds the flyer or flyers up above the ground.
- Spotters help the flyers into the stunt and catch them to prevent injury.
Cheerleading Competition
- Cheerleading routines involve jumps, dance, and stunt sequences.
- Cheerleading routines are becoming more creative each year.
Cheerleading Positions
- Ready Position: Basic starting position where feet are shoulder-width apart, elbows at the sides, and hands clenched into fists, close to the hips.
- Fist: Common hand position for most cheer motions.
- Clap: A cheer position using a blade-like position, with the palms opened. Not as loud as a clasp.
- Clasp: Position used during chants or cheers where elbows are tucked close to body, palms cupped.
- High V: Arms extend straight up at 45 degrees with fists. Wrist straight, circles facing forward, hands slightly ahead of the body.
- Low V: Both arms extend down at 45 degrees from the body with fists and wrist straight, circles facing forward.
Cheerleading Jumps
- Beginner jumps are commonly Straight/T Jump, Tuck Jumps and Spread Eagle.
- More advanced jumps include Herkie, Side Hurdler, Toe Touch, Pike, and Around the World.
Modern Dance Key Characteristics
- A rejection of formal ballet techniques.
- An emphasis on personal expression
- A focus of emotional authenticity and the dancer's personal connection to the movement or theme.
- Techniques include contraction and release ,falls, rolls, and floor work.
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