![]() This would be essentially correct, but for me, “fluidity,” or flow, seem to be a basic part of what’s generally called Lyrical Jazz or Lyrical Dance as well. Interestingly, there are big aspects of Lyric Jazz that don't share that fluidity. What you seem to be interested in is a lyric quality - that's something that we see in several of the examples you post here (Robbins' "Dances at a Gathering" and the Astaire/Charisse duet "Dancing in the Dark" from "The Bandwagon" have some key things in common, for all that they're using different vocabulary in different genres.). And I hope that you enjoy this, because that’s part of my intent. I’ll keep thinking about it and try to clarify as I go along. All my examples and suggestions have a definite desire for positivity and pleasure in them. Something else that’s occurred to me, is perhaps totally personal. To be more specific, I’d like to see the aesthetic, feel and some of the technique (especially upper body technique) of ballet essentially, to be preserved and combined with a more natural form of physicality. ![]() “Lyrical Dance - A combining of the lyrical beauty and style of the classical with the natural.” My first sentence attempts to define this. My definition does have a personal emphasis, but not enough of one for me to search for a new name. I’m not that familiar with the exact names and definitions, but I essentially agree with what you have written and believe that I’ve maintained the distinction between “lyrical,” the timeless quality, and “Lyrical Dance,” an essentially ‘modern’ style. While lyricism in general is a quality that has been identified in dance for many, many years (as some of your examples above show), the label "Lyrical" started to be applied to a particular strain of jazz dance in the middle 1970s. Since this is posted in the "Modern, Contemporary, and Other" section, I think you might want to separate your above description of "lyrical" dance from the general category of "Lyrical" which is a big part of jazz and contemporary dance styles, especially when practiced in the commercial world. A collaboration between him and George Balanchine, which George Balanchine might have loved since he considered Fred Astaire to be the finest male dancer, could have produced some fascinating and highly significant results.Įxcuse my jumping in here - I haven't really been participating in the board for awhile so don't know if this is a part of a longer essay or a stand-alone. (all videos were already officially posted)Ĭoming at this from the non-classical side, Fred Astaire might be considered an early influence. Although it might be largely contemporary, even Broadway, there is a sense of classical and artistic composition and refinement. Stylistically, here’s a more high energy one from Lar Lubovitch that I like very much. It’s a style used by some choreographers that in group presentations can take on an orchestral dimension. It’s an area that Christopher Wheeldon moves in and out of with some very good results, this one being perhaps one of the finest works in all of dance. It’s a direction that I’d really like to see more developed. It has the dreamlike quality that one can associate with Swan Lake, Giselle and even Far Eastern Classical. We offer classes in a diverse range of disciplines to accommodate aspiring dancers of all interests.Lyrical Dance - A combining of the lyrical beauty and style of the classical with the natural. We offer a variety of programs at our studio, ranging from a recreational program for those who want to get their bodies moving and learn new skills, to a high-intensity, high-commitment level competitive program designed to prepare dancers for the professional world of dance. CSD has earned a reputation not only for excellence in dance training but also for our safe and warm environment built on a philosophy that believes every person can learn to dance, regardless of age and perceived abilities. ![]() In a supportive and encouraging environment, we strive to motivate each student to reach their full potential as a dancer. Over the years, our CSD teachers have educated and inspired thousands of individuals by using established and renowned syllabus structures, as well as their artistic talents, to train award-winning and high-achieving dancers. Since 1986, the Canadian School of Dance (CSD) and its co-founders and co-directors, Fran Coyle (A.R.A.D., T.D., A.I.S.T.D.) and Monica Adjeleian (A.R.A.D., Honours I.S.T.D.) have prided themselves on maintaining the highest standards of dance training. ![]()
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