Karin Greenhead (England) "‘Follow Exercises in Dalcroze Eurhythmics"
A VDM Masterclass
In this class we will look at some classic “Follow” exercises: what they are and why they are at the core of Dalcroze training at all levels from beginner to advanced and from child to experienced adult. Beginning with some simple exercises we will work through a variety of examples, looking at why we do them in certain ways, what enables the exercise to work well, and the pedagogical dimensions for teachers. As these exercises rely on the teacher’s improvisation, there may be opportunities for attendees with pianos (and for certain exercises, other instruments) to try playing for the class as well.
Masterclass #15 was originally given on July 11/12, 2021.
Pedagogy + Eurhythmics: examination of different follow exercises, following tempo changes, quick reaction to musical cue, canon, opposites; how to give directions for eurhythmics class; augmentation and diminution
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