15 January 2023 9:30am - 5:00pm PST

Grades 1-3: Focus on Character

A one-day practical course in which participating teachers will gain an understanding of the important elements of performance for each of the Character Dances in Grades 1-3. Learning activities will focus on the development of correct technique through the progression of character vocabulary, differences in music and style for each grade, and ways of encouraging learners to develop accuracy in performing rhythmic content and musical phrasing.

Aims

The aim of this one-day practical course is to boost participants’ confidence in teaching the Character work in the RAD’s Grades 1 – 3 syllabus through enhancing their knowledge and understanding of technique, style and musicality appropriate to each level.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• demonstrate, physically and/or through explanation, an understanding of the character technique/s at each level
• demonstrate, physically and/or through explanation, an understanding of the correct style for each level
• discuss stylistic, rhythmic and historical features of the Character Dance music

Participants will have knowledge and understanding of:

• approaches to help their learners develop expressive and confident performance of the Character Dances
• the relationship between elements of technique, style, musicality and overall performance outlined above and the assessment criteria for Examinations, Class Awards, and Solo Performance Awards

Location

Spokane, WA

CPD Hours

8 hours Time-Valued CPD

Fees

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