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Improvise advanced dance sequences

Improvise advanced dance sequences

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN432
State Code
ODF06
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop complex improvisation skills and perform improvised dance sequences.The unit applies to those who perform improvised dance sequences in dance classes, auditions and rehearsals, or in live performances. At this level, improvisations are complex in nature and could be applied to a variety of dance styles. Work is usually undertaken under supervision, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected given the nature of improvisation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for improvised dance
  • 1.1 Confirm improvised dance performance requirements and intention with required personnel
  • 1.2 Discuss concepts involved in complex improvised dance performances with required personnel
  • 1.3 Evaluate artistic, creative and technical procedures of improvised pieces in various dance styles
  • 1.4 Perform warm-up and warm-down activities according to safe dance practices
2. Develop complex improvisation skills using a variety of stimuli
  • 2.1 Identify typical movement and travel associated with a range of stimuli in consultation with required personnel
  • 2.2 Identify and select dance style most suited to given stimuli
  • 2.3 Communicate natural physical and emotional responses to various stimuli using advanced dance techniques in rehearsal
  • 2.4 Introduce a repeated motif created during improvisation that reflects given stimuli
  • 2.5 Demonstrate an expressive interpretation of stimuli through dance
  • 2.6 Practise rehearsing using movement dynamics and partner work according to requirements of improvised dance sequence
3. Perform improvised dance sequences
  • 3.1 Set movement boundaries for individual improvisation pieces within a set timeframe according to own level of dance technique
  • 3.2 Confirm that personal presentation is suitable according to performance requirements and intention
  • 3.3 Perform improvised sequences in complex dance pieces using advanced dance techniques and improvisation skills
4. Review performances
  • 4.1 Organise performances to be recorded for evaluation purposes
  • 4.2 Evaluate own choreographing and performance of improvised sequences, and seek feedback from required personnel
  • 4.3 Use self-evaluation and feedback from others to develop strategies for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI052 CUADAN402 Improvise advanced dance sequences Unit of competency