An eclectic mix of voices, anecdotes and illuminations on dance. It deals with the many different dance forms that can be seen in the current Western repertoire and sets them in their historical context. It also looks at the work of famous choreographers, from Petipa to Balanchine and Mark Morris, and discusses the effects created by patterns and duplications, how dancers relate to each other on stage, the origin of steps and how they fit together and the power of improvisation.
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An eclectic mix of voices, anecdotes and illuminations on dance. It deals with the many different dance forms that can be seen in the current Western repertoire and sets them in their historical context. It also looks at the work of famous choreographers, from Petipa to Balanchine and Mark Morris, and discusses the effects created by patterns and duplications, how dancers relate to each other on stage, the origin of steps and how they fit together and the power of improvisation.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in poor condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9780718138516.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN: 0718138511.
