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Varying the height, speed, and energy of movements to create contrast and interest in improvised dance.

A short sequence of movements that is repeated and varied throughout a dance; a thematic gesture.

Structured guidelines or frameworks within which a dancer improvises, providing a balance between freedom and form.

A state where the dancer moves fluidly without predefined steps, allowing complete freedom of movement.

The ability to express music through movement, often improvising dance moves that correspond to the rhythm or mood of the music.

A practice where dancers visualize and focus on different parts of their body to guide movement choices during improvisation.

Using everyday gestures or personal mannerisms as a basis for creating movement and developing dance pieces.

Improvisation tailored to a particular location, often embracing and incorporating the environment into the dance.

Creating movements based on a specific task or set of instructions, which can lead to unexpected outcomes in dance.

Understanding the space around the body and how to move within it, an essential aspect of improvisation.

A practice in partner improvisation where one person initiates movement and the other responds, switching roles fluidly.

A practice where one dancer's movement 'calls' and another 'responds', often seen in dance battles or jams.

A form of dance improvisation that involves sharing weight, touch, and movement with another dancer.

The way a dancer reacts to internal and external stimuli through movement while improvising in dance.