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DANCE: TRADITIONAL 

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To perform a series of rhythmic and patterned bodily movements usually performed to music  to reflect the life of the people of a certain region or country to tell a story.

REQUIREMENTS:

 

1. The solo performance must not exceed five (5) minutes.

     Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)

 

2. Costumes are optional, but should be appropriate to the choreography performed.

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3. Contestants should name the theme, dance, and form prior to sharing the story of the piece

 

4. Forms include but not limited to 

     African,

     West African,

     Central Africa,

     Afro-Cuban,

     Step,

     Afro‐Haitian,

     Soca, 

     Dancehall, 

     Cuban, 

     Afro-Latin, etc.

    

 

Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:

 

Technical Proficiency/Skill (25)

➢ Alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination

 

Clarity and Consistency in Style (25)

 

Phrasing/Dynamics/Musicality (25)

 

Clarity of Intent/Interpretation of Choreography (25)

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