Grades 1 – 3: Focus on Character Live Stream CPD Course

A practical course in which participating teachers will gain an understanding of the important elements of performance for each of the Character Dances in Grades 1-3. Learning activities will focus on the development of correct technique through the progression of character vocabulary, differences in music and style for each grade, and ways of encouraging learners to develop accuracy in performing rhythmic content and musical phrasing.

Aims

The aim of this course is to boost participants’ confidence in teaching the Character work in the RAD’s Grades 1-3 syllabus through enhancing their knowledge and understanding of technique, style and musicality appropriate to each level.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate, physically and/or through explanation, an understanding of the character technique/s at each level
• Demonstrate, physically and/or through explanation, an understanding of the correct style for each level
• Discuss stylistic, rhythmic and historical features of the Character Dance music

Participants will have knowledge and understanding of:

• Approaches to help their learners develop expressive and confident performance of the Character Dances
• The relationship between elements of technique, style, musicality and overall performance outlined above and the assessment criteria for Examinations, Class Awards, and Solo Performance Awards

Course Tutor

Gemma Williams is an RAD Registered Teacher and serves as an RAD Examiner. She has taught ballet at professional schools such as The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and Laine Theatre Arts, Epsom UK, Boston Conservatory at Berklee (USA) and since 2016 has been the Director of Metrowest Dance Academy.

Platform

This activity will be hosted on Zoom and is livestream only. You will be emailed details of how to join the activity within five working days prior to the start date.

CPD Hours

8 hours Time-Valued CPD

Recommended Preparation

Some knowledge of the 6 Character Dances in the Grades 1-3 Syllabus. The Grades 1-3 DVD and Grades 1-3 Set Exercises and Dances publication are available for purchase in the RAD USA Online Store.

Fees

Members: $160

Non-members: $180

Members of the Royal Academy of Dance receive discounts on all CPD activities.

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