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I. Objective:
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
a. define the three basic elements of dance;
b. enumerate the three elements and aspects of dance; and
c. apply the movements in the elements of dance.
II. Overview:
Space, Dynamics, and Rhythm are the three elements of dance. Each element has their functions
and aspects. Space have six aspects namely floor plan, direction, focus, level, dimension and
contour. Dynamics have five aspects namely swinging movement, sustained movement,
percussive movement, suspended movement and vibratory movement. Rhythm has measure,
tempo, underlying beat, phrase, accent and intensity.
III. Learning Content:
Elements of Dance
1. SPACE
- It is the first element of dance. Dance employs the use of space and requires, utilize a certain
amount of time in the study of space there are six different aspects to be considered.
2. DYNAMICS
-It is the second element of dance. As a second element of dance, it is the force or the way in
which energy is applied or extended. It gives strength or power to the movement.
3. RHYTHM
-It is the third element of the dance movement. It came from the Greek word ”rhythmos” which
means any measurement or movement.
3.1 Measure
-underlying beat or measure
3.2 Tempo
- rate of speed movement, music and accompaniment
3.3 Underlying Beat
- steady continuous sound that is heard throughout any rhythmical sequence
3.4 Phrase
- long and short beat with feeling of unity
3.5 Accent
- force given to anyone beat in a measure
3.6 Intensity
- quality of movement or music