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Develop basic dance composition skills

Develop basic dance composition skills

Unit of competency
National Code
CUACHR301
State Code
WI006
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to organise movement in order to compose a short dance sequence of limited topic or scope. The skills developed in this unit are the building blocks for the craft of choreography.Dancers who need to compose short dance sequences as part of dance studies or for informal presentations apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. At this level dance composition is simple in nature, for example using one prop or taking a theme (such as meeting and parting), and could be applied to a variety of dance styles. Work is usually undertaken under supervision, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the body for dance
  • 1.1 Perform basic warm-up and warm-down activities
  • 1.2 Adhere to injury-prevention techniques
  • 1.3 Identify common health issues for dancers
2. Analyse dance composition
  • 2.1 Discuss with relevant personnel the elements of dance and how they are used to craft movement
  • 2.2 Identify components of the composition process by analysing original professional dance compositions
  • 2.3 Through discussion and observation, identify how intent and form are used in dance composition and how they can be documented
  • 2.4 Discuss with relevant personnel how concepts of music assist in providing a range of ways to manipulate form and movement
3. Practise dance composition technique
  • 3.1 Extend the use of a range of starting points when composing dance
  • 3.2 Practise the use of intent and form when composing dance
  • 3.3 Manipulate elements of dance to craft movement using various stimuli
  • 3.4 Generate and organise movement for dance using play and exploration
4. Compose a simple dance sequence
  • 4.1 Compose a dance sequence with a specified intent and form
  • 4.2 Communicate composition ideas and concepts using appropriate dance terminology
  • 4.3 Use effective verbal and physical demonstration skills while working with dancers
  • 4.4 Organise to have the sequence recorded for evaluation purposes
  • 4.5 Use the recording to evaluate work and seek feedback from relevant personnel in order to edit and refine the dance sequence
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODF75 CUACHR311 Develop basic dance composition skills Unit of competency