Delsarte technique, Isadora Duncan style

Third graders in Nanticoke, PA spent two weeks using Delsarte technique to explore the style of Isadora Duncan. In this section they used fundamental gestures of arms and hands and relaxation and evolution of energy for unfolding. Freedom through Unity was a common theme of Delsarte technique, both in the individual and in community. The young dancers feel self-expressive freedom, and yet the harmony of group energy supports rather than stifles.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• Joe Williams
• Delsarte
• Isadora Duncan
• Dance education

[cerise82]

I really like this music, could you please tell me the name of this song?

[Twisterjoe]

@cerise82 the name of the music is "Garden of the Earth" by Paul Winter. It is beautiful and full of positive energy

[Twisterjoe]

@BetterthanBunnies The kids THRIVED with Delsarte. Since all movement is connected to meaning in proper Deslarte, and meaningful expression supports self-esteem, their teachers began to report improvement in all their classes and that "dark" children were now reachable. The kids loved it & were happy every day. Like ducks to water, because the Delsarte movements are not abstract techniques, but innate abilities and truths awakened.

[cerise82]

Thank you, that's a very kind of you. Can't wait to see more clips

of your workpieces!

[MariaVillasanaSF]

Thank you for STARTING with the solar plexus! and focusing on organic growth/flow of movement and music together, nice to see chiildren being able to focus and respect this technique