Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to begin acquiring skills in the highly specialised field of dance notation.
The unit applies to dancers and choreographers whose performance and composition knowledge position them well for a move into the highly specialised field of dance notation. At this level they are expected to apply wide-ranging, highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives. Work activities and learning are largely self-directed.
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. Evaluate differences in dance notation methods | 1.1 Practise reading scores notated in Labanotation to become familiar with key aspects of the Labanotation system 1.2 Practise reading scores that have been documented using Benesh Movement Notation to become familiar with key aspects of the Benesh system 1.3 Evaluate features of other notation systems to determine which system best suits own needs 1.4 Identify ways in which motif notation can be used to indicate the main aspects of movements, while allowing performers latitude in the way movements are performed 1.5 Identify shorthand used in conjunction with different dance notation methods 1.6 Evaluate the range of software applications used to notate dance |
2. Refine dance notation skills | 2.1 Discuss options for developing dance notation skills with relevant personnel 2.2 Take account of whether a basic level of music notation skills should be developed as part of dance notation training 2.3 Consider whether to pursue training that goes beyond notation into other issues associated with documenting dance 2.4 Refine skills in chosen notation method until required skill level is achieved 2.5 Use notation skills to document short dance sequences for teaching purposes 2.6 Seek feedback on effectiveness and clarity of notation and continue refining skills |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
notate a short dance sequence using a selected method or shorthand.
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:
demonstrate well-developed knowledge of:
range of specialised dance notation training available
range of ways in which dance notation is used
sources of information about dance notation
demonstrate knowledge of:
common dance notation systems
differences between various dance notation methods
copyright and intellectual property issues associated with notating dance
broader issues associated with documenting dance performances.
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:
reference material related to dance notation
computer technology to access software applications
opportunities to practise notation skills.
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 | 2.4, 2.6 | Organises own professional development activities to achieve set outcomes Selects appropriate learning strategies to improve skills |
Reading | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 2.4 | Organises, evaluates and critiques ideas and information from a range of written sources |
Writing | 1.5, 2.4, 2.5 | Completes dance notation tasks |
Oral communication | 2.1, 2.6 | Obtains information by listening and questioning Discusses ideas and solutions |
Navigate the world of work | 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 | Works independently with a strong sense of responsibility for goals, plans, decisions and outcomes |
Interact with others | 2.1, 2.6 | Seeks advice and feedback from others |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.4, 2.5 | Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the development of dance notation skills Observes and interprets human movements from a dance or movement notation perspective Accesses information from the internet Uses notation software applications |
Sectors
Performing arts – choreography