Perform virtuoso contemporary dance technique

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:09 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUADAN611

State Code
WI082

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
2.00

Current Release Date
15/01/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

30/09/2014

Field of Education

100105 - Dance

Original Release Date

30/09/2014

Nominal Hours

140

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to achieve virtuoso technique in contemporary dance, with particular application to solo performances.This unit applies to dancers who are moving towards professional careers in contexts where virtuoso contemporary dance technique is required for performing as members of a dance company as a soloist and in other professional contexts.At this level, dancers are constantly expanding and perfecting their artistry, technique and repertoire across a number of dance styles and genres.While some supervision and guidance are provided in practice sessions and rehearsals, dancers are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others during practice sessions, rehearsals and live performances.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Excel at a physical conditioning program

1.1 Meet physical conditioning requirements of professional dance work
1.2 Demonstrate athleticism, stamina, strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility
1.3 Minimise risk factors that inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional assistance when required
1.4 Observe safe dance practice by performing warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities

2. Practise virtuoso technique

2.1 Practise virtuoso contemporary dance technique across each section of class work
2.2 Demonstrate complex performance attributes and quality of movement in sequences of extended difficulty and speed
2.3 Show strength, precision and complexity in all aspects of footwork
2.4 Execute complex variations of contemporary dance repertoire with accuracy, applying the virtuoso style
2.5 Exhibit professionalism and adaptability to incorporate unseen combinations
2.6 Demonstrate through ongoing technical strength, diversity and refinement, evidence of advanced self-correction and concentrated response to feedback

3. Perform advanced solo variations

3.1 Research and analyse a chosen solo from contemporary dance repertoire
3.2 Execute repertoire with high level technical accuracy and virtuoso interpretation of music and rhythm
3.3 Convey a high level of spatial awareness, including floor patterns and aerial pathways
3.4 Execute solo work with a professional sense of musical individuality
3.5 Present virtuoso style with a high level of individual artistry, interpretation, expression and physical control

4. Develop professional practice

4.1 Refine professional work ethic
4.2 In consultation with teachers and mentors, develop realistic parameters for extending scope of performance practice
4.3 Identify regimes and artistic strategies to refine own performance technique
4.4 Incorporate contemporary dance terminology and history into discussions, and practice and performance activities

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODH05	CUADAN621	Perform virtuoso contemporary dance techniques	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
J707	CUA60113	Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)	Qualification