GRADE 12: CONSOLIDATED NOTES - HEALTH OPTIMIZING PHYSICAL EDUCATION 3 (Dance)

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to the history and styles of dance as presented in the notes.

Origin of the word 'dance'

Rooted from the German word damson, meaning to stretch or to drag.

Theatrical Dance

A form performed for an audience with more elaborate choreography, planning, costume, scenery, and other elements; usually performed by professional dancers.

Social Dance

A participatory dance performed by anyone, typically in a group, and commonly found at weddings, social gatherings, and festivals.

Prehistoric era

Dance used as part of communication and integrated into religious ceremonies and festivities based on beliefs and superstition.

In Harmony

A prehistoric dance used to imitate nature or embody ideas; sub-types include Expanded (performed by men) and Closed (performed by women).

Out of Harmony

Characterized by jerky, spastic movements; includes weakened convulsive dance, often controlled by music, the musician, or stimulants such as drugs.

Ancient Egypt

Used in religious services and teaching myths; men and women are never depicted dancing together.

Ancient Crete

Cretans used dance to perfect their training and had an excellent army.

Ancient Greece

Dances were systematic and structured; dancers were required to sing during performances.

Ancient Rome

Wealthy Romans generally did not dance and preferred to hire and watch dancers; dance performers were less respected.

Middle Ages Era

Medieval dances were categorized into court dances and country dances.

Circle dances

Oldest medieval dance.

Court Dances

Dignified performances at a court; included tiptoeing, jumping steps, and several curtseys.

Line Dance

Performed in one line or in several rows.

Country dance

Combination of circle and line dancing; involved a lot of clapping and spinning steps.

Renaissance

There was a distinction between country dances and court dances; court dances required training, while country dances could be attempted by anyone.

Baroque Era

Louis XIV was a major influence in its development and promotion; he became Le Roi Soleil (The Sun King).

Ballroom Dance

Hails from the Latin word 'ballare' meaning to dance; divided into Western and Latin Style.

Western Style

Traditional form of ballroom dancing; the couple's movement flows in a circular fashion.

Latin Style

Rhythm-driven; couple placement is often fixed; steps are zippy and precise.

Tango

A highly sensual and erotic dance performed by a couple with close body contact and direct eye contact.

La Cumparsita

Considered the most famous Tango song ever recorded.