Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore and develop choreography in a variety of dance styles for informal presentations by applying elements of shape, space, time and dynamics. Dancers who apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit, could be performing the choreography themselves for a dance class or teaching others how to perform the choreography for a non-professional performance.
Work is usually undertaken under some supervision, though autonomy and judgement can be expected given the nature of the creative process.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Analyse choreographic techniques | 1.1 Identify components of choreography in dance sequences 1.2 Evaluate the artistic, creative and technical procedures of dance works by various well-known choreographers 1.3 Clarify how the purpose of required dance sequences will impact on the choreographic process 1.4 Select the most appropriate way of documenting dance sequences to be choreographed 1.5 Incorporate dance culture and terminology into the choreographic process |
2. Invent movement material | 2.1 Take account of the ways dance elements could be organised for different types of dance stimuli and purposes 2.2 Apply structural components of movement, phrases and sequences to dance 2.3 Create short pieces that demonstrate inventiveness in sequencing of movements 2.4 Create phrases that demonstrate a clear understanding of phrasing and rhythmic structures 2.5 Follow safe dance practices to prevent injury to self and others |
3. Present informal choreographic tasks | 3.1 Develop, rehearse and edit compositions for informal presentations 3.2 Communicate ideas using verbal, physical and tactile means and provide constructive feedback to other dancers as required 3.3 Use props, music and costumes effectively 3.4 Demonstrate choreographic approaches that move beyond literal or simple narrative 3.5 View work in progress with relevant personnel and seek feedback on how well choreography meets creative and technical requirements 3.6 Incorporate ideas and suggestions into work |
4. Evaluate choreography | 4.1 Develop a journal to detail composition process 4.2 Analyse choreographic structures and processes verbally and in written formats 4.3 Compare work against previous work to assess development of techniques and ideas 4.4 Discuss strengths and weaknesses of dance pieces with relevant personnel and identify strategies for improving own techniques |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
use practical structural components of movement, phrases and sequences when choreographing dance pieces
invent movement material
construct sequences of movement
devise choreographic work for informal presentation
document, reflect on and analyse choreography
use dance terminology correctly.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
describe:
structural movement elements that comprise a choreographic work
role of movement motifs in composition
composition elements of choreographic dance sequences
artistic, creative and technical procedures used by well-known dance choreographers
ways to document or notate dance
safe dance practices
explain how dance is a form of communication
explain how the following composition devices are used to structure dance:
accumulation
canon
inversion
retrograde
rondo
describe issues and challenges that arise when composing dance and suggest solutions to address them.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to a dance studio or space with suitable flooring.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Learning | 4.3, 4.4 | Analyses pieces to identify strengths, weaknesses and strategies for improvement Seeks feedback and accepts guidance from others |
Reading | 1.2, 1.4, 4.2 | Identifies methods for notating dance sequences Interprets and critically analyses written information about choreographers |
Writing | 1.2, 4.1 | Documents choreographic process for evaluation, reflection and analysis |
Oral communication | 1.3, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4.2, 4.4 | Seeks the views and opinions of others Obtains information by listening and questioning Discusses ideas and solutions Uses clear language to contribute information and express requirements |
Navigate the world of work | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2 | Identifies and follows procedures and expectations associated with own role Observes safe dance practice Demonstrates a commitment to improving choreographic skills through research, reflection and feedback on work performance |
Interact with others | 1.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4.2, 4.4 | Works collaboratively and creatively with others |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1 | Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the process of creating and presenting new choreographic work Manipulates movement in a range of composition structures and vocabulary Generates the structural components of shape, dynamics and rhythm in movement phrases and sequences Constructs sequences of movement and forms into a cohesive whole Takes responsibility for own workload, negotiating key aspects with others Plans a range of routine tasks, accepting goals and aiming to achieve them efficiently |
Sectors
Performing arts – choreography