Introduction to Modern Dance Techniques
By Joshua Legg.
Description
Bringing together all of the major modern dance techniques from the last 80 years, this engaging account is the first of its kind. The informative discussion starts by mapping the historical development of modern dance: in the late 19th century, a new dance emergednot yet known as modern dancethat rejected social strictures and ballet as well. With insight into the personalities and purposes of modern dance’s vanguardincluding Martha Graham, Lester Horton, José Limón, and Merce Cunninghamthis compilation provides a comparative approach that will enable students to di...
ISBN(s)
087127325X, 9780871273253
