Time: Tempo and Rhythm in Dance
Exploring how changes in tempo, rhythm, and duration affect the feeling and interpretation of a dance.
Key Questions
- How does a change in tempo alter the energy and mood of a dance?
- Analyze how a choreographer uses syncopation to create rhythmic interest.
- Construct a dance sequence that demonstrates a clear acceleration and deceleration of tempo.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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