Using the Alexander Technique provide an artistry for the dancer in their technique and performance. An extending gesture can become fuller, richer and more expressive. The three principles of the AT can greatly influence the physical, emotion and theatrical aspect of the dancer.
The application of the Alexander Technique of lifting upwards can change the quality of turning and pirouettes. The turns become sharper and crisper to watch.
To achieve greater turnout is to work the turnout from tendu. The dancer applies primary control while standing in first position. He executes the tendu from the centre of the toe, rotating outwards from the foot and the lower leg. He is instructed to free the hip joint as he presses the middle of the foot down, heels leading and toes on the floor.
Direction: Jumping
In the jumps in first position, the dancer thrust in the ribcage to lift off from the ground. The dancer applies Primary Control, and the teacher exerts a little pressure on his middle back so that he does not push forward into his ribcage when jumping.
A clear demonstration of how the Alexander Technique can have an impact on the movement quality and aesthetic quality of the dance.
Reference:
Jane Kosminsky (2008) For Dancers, The Alexander Technique. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJamtM94xLU&index=20&list=WL [Accessed 23 April 2015].
The application of the Alexander Technique of lifting upwards can change the quality of turning and pirouettes. The turns become sharper and crisper to watch.
To achieve greater turnout is to work the turnout from tendu. The dancer applies primary control while standing in first position. He executes the tendu from the centre of the toe, rotating outwards from the foot and the lower leg. He is instructed to free the hip joint as he presses the middle of the foot down, heels leading and toes on the floor.
Direction: Jumping
In the jumps in first position, the dancer thrust in the ribcage to lift off from the ground. The dancer applies Primary Control, and the teacher exerts a little pressure on his middle back so that he does not push forward into his ribcage when jumping.
A clear demonstration of how the Alexander Technique can have an impact on the movement quality and aesthetic quality of the dance.
Reference:
Jane Kosminsky (2008) For Dancers, The Alexander Technique. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJamtM94xLU&index=20&list=WL [Accessed 23 April 2015].