Teaching Dancing with Ideokinetic Principles

ISBN-13: 9780252077999 Publisher: University of Illinois Press Publication date: 07/08/2011 Edition description: 1st Edition Pages: 144 Product dimensions: 5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.40(d) In examining ideokinesis and its application to the teaching and practice of dancing, Drid Williams introduces readers to the work of Dr. Lulu Sweigard (1895-1974), a pioneer of ideokinetic principles. Drawing on her experiences during private instructional sessions with Sweigard over a two-year span, Williams discusses methods using imagery for improving body posture and alignment for ease of movement. Central to Williams's own teaching methods is the application of Sweigard's principles and general anatomical instruction, including how she used visual imagery to help prevent bodily injuries and increasing body awareness relative to movement. Williams also emphasizes the differences between kinesthetic (internal) and mirror (external) imagery and shares reactions from professional dancers who were taugh