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Task 1 - Rehearsal Log for SIX (1)

Review of own technical performance within each rehearsal  (Technical accuracy, timing, rhythmic control, spatial control, projection, interpretation of character) six - YouTube  (7th September 2022) This was our first dance rehearsal of Ex Wives. I remember just having the mindset of listening to both Rob and Charlotte for the choreography and taking all the steps in. This rehearsal was the week before we found out who were the Queens so the spacing was all different in the next week. I believe that my technical accuracy of my movements could have been better such as my extension of my arms, which I will improve on during the next rehearsal.  18 September 2022 - YouTube  (14th September 2022) This rehearsal of Ex Wives was our first rehearsal with everyone put in proper spaces and that the Queens were announced. Being one of the Queens is an honour for me and I was over moon. All I know for myself with what I need to work on personally, would be learning everything ...

Task 1 - Key Features of Jazz Dance

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  Key features/characteristics of Jazz Dance seen in Musical Theatre Dance Jazz dance is a genre of dance which combines dance styles from both Africa and Europe. This consists of including the high-energy liveliness of African dance, which is different from the more traditional European style of Ballet.   Some performance skills which are needed for jazz dance include, expression (face and body), focus, timing and musicality.  - bent knees and low center of gravity  - dancers have to be able to keep a low center of gravity and often bend their knees to help create the shapes easier and move around the stage more efficiently.  - body isolations (wrist, hand, arm, hip)  - body parts of a dancer which isolates one specific part of the body. Such as isolating the rib cage or the hips.  - syncopation - kicks -  This picture represents Jazz as this is a Jazz kick. You can tell that this is a Jazz kick as the standing leg is bent and grounded whil...