Arts Section 2

elements of dance

body, energy, space, time, action

body

main instrument of dance, focusing on how it moves and what parts are involved

energy

describes the force and quality of movement (sharp or smooth)

space

refers to the area in which the dancer moves, including direction, level, and size of movements

time

involves the rhythm and speed of the dance, including the beat and temp

action

the specific movements performed (jump, turn, stretches)

styles of dance

tang, waltz, ballroom, folk dance, belly dance, tap, jazz, street dance, salsa, ballet

choreography

the art of creating and arranging movements for a dance performances

social dance

a category of dances performed primarily for socializing and community enjoyment rather than for professional performance or competition and usually encompass a variety of styles and traditions, reflecting the cultural and social contexts of the communities

character

the essence of a person depicted in a literary work, play, or performance

contrast

the state of being noticeably different from something else, often used to create emphasis, highlight differences, or evoke certain emotions or reactions

dramatic focus

the specific elements or aspects of the narrative that are highlighted to convey meaning or engage the audience

language

used by characters to express thoughts, emotions, and dialouge, shaping the narrative and conveying meaning to the audience

mood

the emotional atmosphere or tone created within a literary work, play, or performance

movement in drama

the physical actions and gestures performed by characters on stage during a dramatic performance

relationship

the connection or interaction between characters within a dramatic work or performance

role

the part or character assumed by an actor in a dramatic performance

situation

the circumstances, events, or predicaments in which characters fin themselves within a dramtic work or performance

space in drama

the physical and conceptual area in which a dramatic performance takes place

symbol

a person, object, or concept that represents or stands for something else, often carrying deeper meaning or significance within a dramatic work or performance

tension

the state of strain, conflict, or suspense created within a dramatic narrative, often arising from opposing forces, unresolved conflicts, or heightened emotions

time in drama

the chronological progression of duration of events within a dramatic work or performance

vocal variety

use tone, pitch, and rate to show emotion and create a believable and authentic character

articulation

use of clear, and distinct pronunciation of vowels and consonants for audience clarity/understanding

projection

a technique that allows actors to speak clearly and powerfully so that an audience can hear them

proxemics

the study of how space and distance between actors on stage influence the meaning and emotional impact of a performance

pantomime

a form of theatrical performance in which actors use exaggerated physical gestures and expressions without spoken dialogue to convey a story or message

tableaux vivant

a dramatic technique where actors hold a still pose to create a scene or picture, often used to emphasize a key moment or to visually represent a narrative

stage direction

standing on the stage facing the audience, your right is stage right, your left is stage left

the organizing principles of drama

a structured framework for teachers to use when guiding students through various dramatic elements to create engaging theatrical performances

rhythm in drama

the pace and tempo of the performance, including the timing of actions, dialogue delivery, and scene transitions

unity of drama

the coherence and consistency of the elements of the performance

expression in drama

the use of movement, facial expressions, and body language to convey emotions, tell a story, or communicate ideas

plot

the sequence of events that make up a story or dramatic work

setting

the physical environment or location in which a story or dramatic work takes place

conflict

the central struggle between opposing forces in a drama

rhythm

pattern of beats and timing in music, helping students develop coordination and timing skills

melody

sequence of musical notes that create a memorable tune or theme

harmony

involves forming chords by stacking notes together, adding depth and richness to the music

form

overall structure of a musical piece, including its organization and arrangement, teaching students about composition and structure

expression

encompasses the emotional and dynamic qualities of music, allowing students to convey feelings and mood through their performances

elements of music

rhythm, melody, harmony, form, expression

the fundamentals of music

reading, directing, performing

reading music

interpreting the symbols and notations written on a musical score

music directing

the process of leading and guiding a musical performance

musical performance

the act of presenting a piece of music to an audience

introduction to music

infancy to 2 years

building foundations

3 to 6 years

expanding horizons

7 to 9 years

specialization and exploration

10 to 11 years

rote method of teaching a song

prepare and practice, motivate, model, echo sing, repetition, reflect and revise

sequence of musical instruction

a structured approach to teaching music that progresses through different stages according to students’ developmental levels

rote method

a teaching strategy that allows students to learn songs by ear, without reading music or lyrics

genre

a category or type of artistic work that shares a particular style, form, or content

elements of visual arts

line, shape, space, color, form, texture, valuep

principles of design

contrast, balance, movement, proportion, emphasis, pattern, unity

line

a mark made by a moving point and is often used to define shapes, create textures, and convey emotionssh

shape

a two dimensional enclosed area defined by lines or contrasts in color or texture

space

the area within, arounf, and between objects in a work of art

form

the three dimensional equivalent of shape, giving an object volume and depth

texture

the surface quality or feel of an object

value

the lightness or darkness of a color

balance

the distribution of visual weight in a composition to create stability and equilibrium

contrast

the arrangement of opposing elements in a composition to create visual interest, such as light and dark, large and small, or rough and smooth textures

emphasis

the technique of drawing attention to a focal point or area within a design

movement

the visual flow or path created by the arrangement of elements within a composition

pattern

the repetition of visual elements or motifs in a consistent and predictable manner

proportion

the size, scale, and relative dimension of elements within a composition

unity in design

the cohesive relationship between all elements within a design

primary colors

these are the three colors from which all other colors can be made (red, blue, yellow)

secondary colors

these are the colors formed by mixing equal parts of two primary colors (green, orange, purple)

tertiary colors

these are colors formed by mixing a primary color with a secondary color

complementary colors

these are pairs of colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel

analogous colors

these are groups of colors that are next to each other on the color wheel and share similar hues

foreground

the part of an artwork that appears closest to the viewer

middle

the are between the foreground and background

background

the part of an artwork that appears farthest from the viewer

unity in visual art

the harmonious integration of various elements within an artwork to create a sense of completeness

repetition

the repeated use of visual elements such as shapes, colors, or patterns within an artwork

visual weight

the perceived importance or dominance of certain elements within an artwork

1d

a form of artistic expression that exists along a single dimension and is experienced along a single line or axis

2d

any form of art that has length and width but lacks depth and is created on flat surfaces viewed from a single perspective

3d

artwork that has depth in addition to height and width, making it occupy physical space and be perceived from multiple angles