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What is the underlying beat or pulse in rhythm referred to in music?
What is the underlying beat or pulse in rhythm referred to in music?
Which element in movements refers to the area covered as the body moves?
Which element in movements refers to the area covered as the body moves?
What type of movements does locomotor refer to?
What type of movements does locomotor refer to?
In which type of dance is cultural heritage handed down from generation to generation?
In which type of dance is cultural heritage handed down from generation to generation?
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Which of the following is not an aspect of movement quality?
Which of the following is not an aspect of movement quality?
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Which of the following describes non-locomotor movements?
Which of the following describes non-locomotor movements?
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What is an example of a percussive movement?
What is an example of a percussive movement?
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Which element describes the speed of a piece of music in rhythm?
Which element describes the speed of a piece of music in rhythm?
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Study Notes
Rhythmic Activities
- Rhythmic activities have various benefits for physical and mental well-being.
- Some examples of Rhythmic Activities include dance, aerobic exercise, and drumming.
Fundamentals of Rhythm
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Elements of Rhythm:
- Underlying Beat: Determines the time signature of music or movement.
- Measure: Refers to the number of beats.
- Rhythmic Pattern: Creates the "soul of the groove."
- Phrasing: Refers to the grouping of measures.
- Accent: Emphasizes a particular rhythmic detail.
- Tempo: How fast or slow a piece of music is performed.
- Intensity: Describes the heaviness or lightness of the music.
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Elements of Movement Space:
- Direction: The line of movement, such as forward, backward, or diagonal.
- Level: Movement can be done at high, low, or medium levels.
- Range: Refers to the area covered during movement.
- Floor Pattern: The path or design made while moving in space.
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Movement Qualities:
- Time Qualities: Include tempo, rhythm, and duration.
- Force Qualities: Describe the strength, weight, and energy of the movement.
- Space Qualities: Include direction, level, and range.
Fundamental Movements
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Locomotor Movements: Move the body from one place to another or project the body upward.
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Non-Locomotor Movements: Do not move the body from one place to another.
- Flexion: Bending or shortening of a body part at a joint.
- Extension: Straightening or lengthening a body part at a joint.
- Arm Shoulder Circling: Circling of the arms forward, backward, or both.
- Pendular: Swinging or swaying of arms forward, backward, or sideward.
- Percussive: Striking or hitting; pushing and pulling.
- Vibratory: Shaking or beating.
- Sustained: Steady, slow, and smooth flowing movements.
- Suspended: A sharp movement followed by slow movements.
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Manipulative Skills: Involve object handling that develops manipulative skills.
Phases of the Dance Program
- Creative Rhythms: Also known as fundamental rhythms or natural dance.
- Folk/Ethnic Dance: Cultural art form passed down through generations.
- Social and Ballroom Dance: More formal dances held in the evenings.
- Recreational Dance: Includes dance mixers, square dances, round dances, and couple dances.
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Explore the various rhythmic activities and their benefits to physical and mental health. Learn about the essential elements of rhythm, such as underlying beats, measures, and phrasing, as well as movement space components like direction and range.
