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It is one of the four main types of social movements in sociology: alternative, redemptive, reformative, and revolutionary. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is an example of an alternative social movement because it targets one behavior—drunk driving. Through its efforts, MADD has caused tougher drunk driving laws to be enacted, and thus ...
A basic figure is the very basic step that defines the character of a dance. Often it is called just thus: "basic movement", "basic step" or the like. For some dances it is sufficient to know the basic step performed in different handhold [broken anchor] s and dance positions [broken anchor] to enjoy it socially.
This is a list of dance categories, different types, styles, or genres of dance. For older and more region-oriented vernacular dance styles, see List of ethnic, regional, and folk dances by origin .
An alternative movement within some contra dance communities emphasizes "positional calling", in which dancers are referred to by the positions ("lefts and rights") they occupy. This requires more care and effort by the dance caller, but attempts to sidestep controversies over the merits of tradition and inclusivity.
Alternative dance (also known as indie dance [4] or underground dance in the United States [5]) is a musical genre that mixes alternative rock with electronic dance music. Although largely confined to the British Isles , it has gained American and worldwide exposure through acts such as New Order in the 1980s and the Prodigy and in the 1990s.
Different styles of dance have their own terminology. The following articles contain information on dance terms: Glossary of ballet terms; Glossary of belly dance terms; Glossary of country dance terms; Glossary of dance moves; Glossary of partner dance terms
Gurdjieff taught that the movements were not merely calisthenics, exercises in concentration, and displays of bodily coordination and aesthetic sensibility.Instead, the movements expressed knowledge that had been passed from generation to generation of initiates, each posture and gesture helping the participant to become more aware of themselves in movement.
Development of movement material is facilitated through a variety of creative explorations including body mapping through levels, shape and dynamics schema. Improvisation is a free, seemingly unstructured, less technically strict and impulsive form that draws inspiration from everyday dance practices and influences.