Lyrical Dance Essay Examples

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Perth’s Youth Dance Company STEPS (1097 words, 2 pages)

On the 16 th of August 2003, I was enchanted by the STEPS youth dance company as they performed their newest showcase called 'Eat it up' at the Playhouse theatre in Perth. Well at least I was enchanted for two of the three pieces that were performed. Although very different, ... Read More

Analysis of The “Dancing in the Dark” Scene from the Film the Band Wagon Directed by Vincent Minnelli (1201 words, 4 pages)

During the very popular 'Dancing in the Dark' scene from the film "The Band Wagon", the director, Vincente Minnelli manages to foreshadow the fact that Fred Astaire's character, Tony Hunt, and Cyd Charesse's alter ego, Gabrielle, will succeed in becoming a couple by the film's conclusion. Up until this particular ... Read More

Use of Vulgar Language in Lyrics of Songs – Should It Be Censored (468 words, 1 pages)

Many musicians today use vulgar language in their songs. Some artist use more vulgar language than others, but swear words can be found in almost every form of music. Musicians want their audiences to relate to what they are saying, and the best way to do that is by talking ... Read More

The Definition of Lyric Poetry as a Poetry Category (291 words, 1 pages)

The definition of lyric poetry- relating to a category of poetry that expresses subjective thoughts and feelings. The first paragraph explains the basic components of a lyric poem, which mainly consists of the poets strong emotions in the poem. The second term tells the poetic terms and devices and describes ... Read More

A Biography of Marcia Pinheiro, the Founder of Latin Dance Australia (646 words, 1 pages)

Marcia Pinheiro, the founder and director of Latin Dance Australia, started teaching Latin Dance in Sydney when she first arrived in Australia from Brazil in 1998. Six years ago, she had no job and just a handful of English phrases. A multi-talented individual, Marcia is a performer, choreographer, teacher, promoter, ... Read More

An Essay on the Aspects of Jazz Dance (1274 words, 2 pages)

Jazz dance has become a very popular style of dance. However, just what sets jazz dance apart from the other styles of dance? Some would say that it is the syncopation element of jazz dance. How there are quick changes often. It is not boring and predictable. Others would say ... Read More

The Body and Soul of the High-hearted Latin Dance (762 words, 1 pages)

Latin Dance Essay Latin Dance originated in many places, for example the countries of Cuba, Brazil and many others. The Latin Dancing that is done today is based on the original styles, but the music and costumes have changed a great deal. For the music of Latin dance, high-hearted flashy ... Read More

A Review of William Carlos Williams’s Poem The Dance (609 words, 1 pages)

Dance of the Merry There is no better dance than a dance of joy. Whether its the joy of having fun, knowing the right moves, or being in an altered state, dancing is an important part of every culture all around the world. Most people might agree that a poem ... Read More

Is Shutting Down Dance Clubs a Way to Solve Drug Abuse Problem (386 words, 1 pages)

Should government keep new dance clubs from opening because they are a place where drug abuse and fights happen? No. Government should not have any authority to close the place unless there are violations going on with the business of the club, not with the customers. This is a violation ... Read More

Classical Dance Forms and Art in India (1398 words, 2 pages)

Art is one of the most important parts of human life. Every country has their own art forms such as music, painting, and dance. Artists have been portraying art about religion and culture, this means they try to tell you a story or a fact of the dance. Over the ... Read More

A History of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (573 words, 2 pages)

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1958 by Mr. Ailey. Mr. Ailey had a vision of creating a company dedicated to the preservation and enrichment of the American modern dance heritage and the uniqueness of black cultural expression. In 1960, he choreographed Revelations, ... Read More

An Application to a Dance Course (494 words, 1 pages)

The art of performing has always been of great thrill and interest to me. Ive been drawn to this particular subject since I was living in Jamaica to the age of 6 where I would take school trips to Little Theatre in Kingston, to watch some of my cultures very ... Read More

An Application to Become an Assistant Editor for Dance Magazine (287 words, 1 pages)

As a dance artist and a storyteller. Im interest in the position of assistant editor of Dance Magazine.Recall dancing in the ballet studio in Taipei when I was a teenager. I was eager to know everything about dancing. But we dont have much resource since dancing wasnt popular in my ... Read More

University Dance Theater (715 words, 3 pages)

Every semester the Old Dominion Universitys Dance department has a concert where the students choreograph and perform a handful of pieces, to show the public what they can do. This concert is known as the University Dance Theaterand there performance is one in the fall and one in the spring. ... Read More

The Relationship Between Music and Dance (1313 words, 5 pages)

As a society, we are constantly pairing things together in hopes of enhancing them peanut butter and jelly, apple pie and ice cream, and most relevant to this paper, music and dance. In an art form like ballet, it would seem as though music and dance complement each other equally. ... Read More

Electronic Dance Music and the Drug Molly (1569 words, 6 pages)

Tom I find it fun (laughs). Interviewer Everyone says its fun. Tom I think thats the main reason, its a good laugh, its not too intense either and you can control it, like with other psychedelic drugs if you take them, youre gone (Moore PAGE?). While Tom is part of ... Read More

The Perfect Song to Dance With My Father (290 words, 1 pages)

Many brides need to know when they are planning the father daughter dance they need to pick a song that has special meaning to both her and her father. Picking the song is one of the most important aspects of the dance. The bride wants to pick a song that ... Read More

Reflections on the Lyrics of Katy Perry’s Song Firework (946 words, 2 pages)

Katy Perrys incredible indulging song changes the feelings of children all over the world. Through her lyrics, Katy expresses what every human being has gone through in a moment of their life. Through Katys support the song transforms the lives of others and creates a turning point for them. The ... Read More

The Health Effects of Dancing (5715 words, 17 pages)

The obesity rate in the USA often goes unnoticed. The news is not promoting eating healthier nor is it getting people off the sofa. Dance is easily done and fun way to lose weight. What are the outcomes of taking a dance class while losing weight? Mrs. Obama started a ... Read More

History of Hip Hop Dance (685 words, 1 pages)

Hip Hop Dance is thought to have officially begun in New York City during the late 1960s and early 1970s. During this time many dancers without professional dance training, but could dance naturally, brought Hip Hop to the streets. This dance however was meant only for people from the streets ... Read More

The Benefits of Dance for Health and Self-Confidence (1260 words, 5 pages)

Dance would be an amazing activity in the Landgren chapel because itwill help people relax and it is great exercise. Dance allows you tocope with difficult decisions while helping you gain self-esteem. Ithink it would be a great idea to hold dance classes in the chapelbecause it is really enjoyable, ... Read More

Dance, The Human Phenomenon (501 words, 2 pages)

1) What is dance?According to our class discussions, dance is a human phenomenon, body movement that is intentional and or volitional, learned and which has rhythmic qualitative components, specific movement vocabulary, spatial components, and culturally determined activity (Definition Of Dance PPT). Dance can be considered from a silly body movement ... Read More

Why I Love Dancing (780 words, 4 pages)

Dance is my everything. It changed my life. It taught me to never give up and to be strong. It taught me to be fluid and sharp all at the same time. I would not be the same person I am today without dance. I have no greater feeling in ... Read More

Importance of Dance (932 words, 2 pages)

Hannah loves to dance and Her life wouldn't be the same without it. Without music dance wouldn't be possible. When I started dance, we danced to the song Dynamite by Oyez. It brings back a lot of memories because my best friend and I joined dance together, and that is ... Read More

The History of Dance (1927 words, 7 pages)

The world of entertainment today has been greatly influenced by song and movement. Dance forms such as ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop have been performed in royal courts, night clubs, Broadway musicals, movies, and music videos. Dance has been a major influence on popular culture all throughout history and continues ... Read More

Dancing Lessons: Learning How To Dance (454 words, 2 pages)

Learning how to dance is alway a talent to have in life. Is one of the hardest skills that anyone can learn, for many years. Dancing can be a good exercise for your body to be healthy and sometime to be flexible. When I realized that dancing have many basic ... Read More

The Art of Dancing – My Passion, My Shelter, My Life (606 words, 1 pages)

Johan Wolfgang von Geothe once said, Please send me your last pair of shoes, worn out with dancing as you mentioned in your letter, so that I might have something to press against my heart. Dancing is the greatest and most important thing that has ever come into my life. ... Read More

My First Dance Recital (620 words, 2 pages)

This is the best day of my life and I want to do this forever, is what I told my mother at age seven at the end my very first dance recital. Of course at the time, I never knew how much of my life I would dedicate to dancing, ... Read More

Review of Spring Dance Theater (594 words, 2 pages)

On Thursday April 28, I went to see the premier of the Spring Dance Theatre. When I got there I did not know what to expect from it. I wondered how the show would be like and what types of movements would I be seeing. To my surprise, while watching ... Read More

Dance is a Sport (1725 words, 7 pages)

Dance is seen only as an art to some individuals but in actuality it is a hard working sport as well. The definition of sport is, an active diversion requiring physical exertions and competition or the occupation of athletes who compete for paySport Definition. Dance is one way to express ... Read More