Includes index.

Creating spatial awareness -- Moving with purpose and sensitivity -- Balancing time and energy -- Relating to people and objects -- Mastering the principles of movement -- Expressing form -- Using signs and symbols -- Finding sources of inspiration -- Creating your own dances.

"Make the transition from simple body movements to kinetic works of art. Dance Mind & Body features 128 exploration exercises designed to help you improve your focus, observe and explore movement systematically, and refine your techniques to create better dances." "Packed with illustrations, improvisation challenges, examples, and reference material, Dance Mind & Body explores the fine line separating movement and dance. You will achieve better posture, a greater sense of movement, and heightened artistic expression. From the basics of breathing to the complexities of modern choreography and form, this definitive guide is an indispensable resource for any aspiring performer."--BOOK JACKET.

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