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Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN212
State Code
ODH68
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to incorporate artistic expression and expressive techniques into basic dance performances under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.The unit applies to those who have some practical experience dancing with a partner or as members of a group in any dance style or genre. They usually perform for small audiences.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Rehearse basic dance techniques
  • 1.1 Confirm dance style, dance and sequences to be performed with required personnel
  • 1.2 Perform warm-up and warm-down exercises before and after dance activities according to safe dance practices
  • 1.3 Apply memory-retention skills when rehearsing dance sequences
  • 1.4 Practise performing dance techniques in rehearsal using knowledge of musicality and phrasing
  • 1.5 Use performance space according to requirements of dance sequences
  • 1.6 Follow direction from required personnel
  • 1.7 Seek feedback from others during rehearsals about ways to improve basic dance techniques
2. Develop expressive techniques
  • 2.1 Test different expressive techniques in practice session, accounting for origin and characteristics of selected dance style
  • 2.2 Develop awareness and knowledge of basic concepts of aesthetics in dance styles being rehearsed
  • 2.3 Use posture and body alignment required for different dance techniques and movements according to safe dance practices
  • 2.4 Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in basic movement sequences
  • 2.5 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve artistic expression in basic dance performances
3. Perform basic dance sequences
  • 3.1 Combine dance techniques in performance, applying memory retention skills, control and finesse
  • 3.2 Demonstrate concentration and focus during performance
  • 3.3 Use expressive movement dynamics during performance according to requirements of selected dance style and sequence
  • 3.4 Confirm performance is aligned to scale and nature of venue
  • 3.5 Incorporate musicality and phrasing throughout performance
  • 3.6 Apply individual artistic, interpretative and expressive qualities to performance
4. Review performances
  • 4.1 Evaluate own performance and development of basic expressive techniques
  • 4.2 Seek coaching and feedback from others on performance and use of expressive techniques, and note areas for improvement
  • 4.3 Set goals for improving expressive techniques and develop a strategy to achieve them
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State Code National Code Title Type
WI033 CUADAN202 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances Unit of competency