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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Analyse and interpret the intermediate syllabus
  2. Demonstrate and deliver intermediate-specific exercises
  3. Ensure a sound knowledge of theory work, up to and including the intermediate level
  4. Teach students to perform intermediate-specific enchaînements
  5. Prepare students for intermediate examination
  6. Teach students to perform intermediate-specific enchaînements

Range Statement

This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Barre must include:

establishing and maintaining ballet posture

maintaining turnout and body placement throughout with poise and control

sustaining stretched legs and feet

centring the body to be sustained

showing transfer of weight with ease

coordinating head and arm movements at all times.

Port de bras and centre practice must include:

position and shapes shown musically and expressively with flow and breadth

posture, turnout and placement maintained with upper body quality and poise

smooth transfer of weight as required

well-articulated feet.

Adage must include:

establishment and placement of body parts

ability to demonstrate line

maintenance of stability and rotation

strength and control

transfer of weight shown with ease

maintenance of turnout on working and supporting sides

maintenance of established leg height.

Pirouette must include:

correct use of head and eyes

centring of the body

accuracy in demonstration

well-pulled up body and legs

correctly placed arms.

Allegro must include:

well-articulated feet

correct use of demi-plié

turnout maintained with well-stretched legs and feet

precision of footwork

well-defined beats

understanding demonstrated of the petite allegro concept

use of ballon

ability to demonstrate spatial awareness

ability to demonstrate diverse movement qualities as appropriate

upper body coordination, including use of head and arms

elevation

joy of movement shown.

Pointe work must include:

well-placed body and legs en pointe established and maintained throughout

correct alignment of foot demonstrated en pointe and correct rising and lowering through the foot

maintenance of energy.

Intermediate dances must include:

accurate reproduction of the selected variation and ability to choreograph dances appropriate to the student

appropriate expressive qualities

musicality.

Musicality and artistry must include:

demonstration of:

focus: use of head and eye-lines

sense of occasion

confidence in presentation

effective use of body parts in movement

interpretation of the dynamic qualities in the music and movement

sustained demonstration of the basic movements in dance

showing an awareness of:

meter

tempo

phrasing

accent

dynamic qualities in the accompanying music.


Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate effective and appropriate posture, placement and control through the body and legs, relevant to the intermediate level of the Cecchetti Ballet syllabus

facilitate a positive response from students towards their presentation and musicality

engender in students a sense of enjoyment, confidence and pleasure in movement

demonstrate understanding of the Cecchetti Ballet intermediate syllabus.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.


Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

in the context of demonstrating the Cecchetti Ballet method, explain the significance of the following anatomical foundations:

articulation of the spine

engagement of the feet

bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms, and torso

range of motion of the joints

differentiation of the legs and pelvis

describe:

key principles in the Australian Guidelines for Dance Teachers and Dance Industry Code of Ethics

history and background of the Cecchetti Ballet method

issues and challenges that arise when teaching the Cecchetti Ballet syllabus

key aspects of safe dance practice relevant to a teaching context

key stages in physical and mental development in young people aged 13 to 16

protocols associated with teaching dance

requirements and application of intermediate Cecchetti Ballet syllabus to the teaching of a class

requirements of intermediate Cecchetti Ballet examination

provide examples of French ballet terms and their translations.