1.

2.
3.
4.This the instrument by which ideas and
elements are arranged or combined into a
logical sequence which results in unity and
consistency.

5.The characteristics of this dance is

interconnected phrases of the dance and
flow smoothly together.

6.It is the smallest unit of form in the whole

dance.
7. This is the link between movements, phrases, and
sections of the dance.

8. A good dance contains a theme to be able to

convey it meaning or intention of the audience.

9. It emphasizes movements and phrases that are

important to the dance and gives a feeling of
closure to a work.

10.This characteristics, is where the apex of energy in

the dance is reached
 Form
 ---This the instrument by which ideas and
elements are arranged or combined into a
logical sequence which results
in unity and consistency
CHARACTERISTICS OF A
GOOD DANCE

Unity
The characteristics of this dance is
interconnected phrases of the dance
and flow smoothly together. The movements fit
together and each plays an important role that
contributes to the entirety of a dance.
What is a phase?
• Phase
• It is the smallest unit of form in the whole
dance”
CHARACTERISTICS OF A
GOOD DANCE

Transition
this is the link between movements, phrases,
and sections of the dance. It makes the
logical progression of the dance flow
smoothly.
What is a motif?
• motif
• A good dance contains a theme to be
able to convey it meaning or
intention of the audience.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A
GOOD DANCE

Repetition
It emphasizes movements and phrases that
are important to the dance and gives a
feeling of closure to a work
(Minton, 2007).
CHARACTERISTICS OF A
GOOD DANCE

Climax
This characteristics, is where the apex of
energy in the dance is reached.
ACTIVITY 1
Briefly define the meaning of dance.

Dance Benefits
Attend any dance class of your choice. Give at least
two benefits of dance based on the following.

• Physical
• Emotional/Mental
• Social
• Cultural
Dance Rubrics 38
Mastery of sequence
Rhythm and timing
Precision and accuracy
Correct dance step
Formation
ANSWER
1. DOUBLE CIRCLE
2. LONGWAYS SET
3. SCATTERED
4. FORM
5. UNITY
6. PHASE
7. TRANSITION
8. MOTIF
9. REPETITION
10. CLIMAX