Done correctly, leading and following could, like no other, elevate ballroom dancing to the level of an art form. Done correctly, leading and following could, like no other, bring an undeniable clarification of the equality of the genders.
This discussion on technique was initiated by Ruud Vermeij in March 2011 A group of questions were asked about technique, to determine how teachers and
By Steve Powell Having been fortunate enough to adjudicate the early sessions of the recent British Open Dance Festival, I was able to witness, up
Brilliance of fundamental principles will only ever allow more power, more speed, more options better balance and a much more commanding presence and performance as an inherent part of dance.
By Barbara Nagode Ambroz Technique Dance technique is the correct way of performing the movement individually and with the partner. Technique is the chosen way
By Arunas Bizokas I would like to comment on the subject of the technique: I like general description of the Technique given in WIKIPEDIA: A
All disciplines must have a basic technique. Apart from giving the dancer a platform to develop from it encourages the individual to master the more advanced movements at a later stage.
If you don’t have a clear picture of what your dance should look like in four dimensional space, you will most likely produce a muddled image regardless of your technical skills. And, if you can’t execute, you will not be able to breathe life into the beautiful picture floating in your head.
By Alan Shingler, January 2012 Human Movement I believe that we must use the universal force of gravity to influence all of our movement. I
Alan and Hazel Fletcher We totally understand the necessity of a technique book as a guide for all. We have never been slaves to all
By Keith Morris. I have found over the years one of the most difficult steps to dance and teach is the humble spin turn. Or
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