Nancy Romita
Functional Awareness
- ISBN 13:
- 9780190498146
- author:
- Nancy Romita
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 104
- Dimensions:
- 24.9 x 0.8 x 17.3 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles, Nancy Romita,Functional Awareness,Oxford University Press,0190498145,Music & Dance,Music,Music/Songbooks,Dance - Physiological aspects,Dancers - Training of,MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Dance,Mind and body,Muscular
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Anatomy meets artistry in Functional Awareness: Anatomy in Action for Dancers. This book explores the connection between daily movement habits, dance training, and anatomy, providing an accessible introduction to the relationship between movement and the body. With over 30,000 hours of experience teaching dancers, the authors employ somatic practices and experiential anatomy to awaken the body-mind connection and improve movement function. The book applies the Functional Awareness approach to improve dance technique, enabling dancers to move with balance and grace in the classroom, on stage, and in daily life. Through the use of images, storytelling, and experiential exercises, each chapter provides a unique exploration of embodied anatomy, making it an engaging and informative resource for dancers and movement enthusiasts alike. By combining anatomy and artistry, Functional Awareness: Anatomy in Action for Dancers provides a valuable tool for dancers looking to refine their technique and improve their overall movement function.