Intermediate, Advanced
This event is not organised by Frisse Folk. Please refer to description to find out about organiser and sign-up.
Workshop Musicality for dancers with Koen Dhondt
Program
A dance workshop on musicality in scottish and mazurka
* info & tips on understanding folk music : structure, rhythms, dances, styles, improvisations, differences...
* info & tips on understanding folk music : structure, rhythms, dances, styles, improvisations, differences...
* listening exercises (which dance is this? and how can I find out on my own next time? How can I predict musical elements)
* leading & following (shortly)
* dance variations in connection with the music
* how to improvise your own variations in connection with the music, during the dance
This workshop is organised by Paris Bal Folk. Registration on the website of Paris Bal Folk is compulsary.
Covid measures: Pass sanitaire. More info: see website Paris Bal Folk:
Photo: c Ronald Rietman - Julien Wieser
Practical info
Meal
Language
Language standard text
This workshop will be given in French. Koen is fluent in 5 languages, so you will get individual feedback in the language of your choice.
Ponctuality
Please arrive 15 minutes before the advertised starting time of the workshop, so we can start on time.
Mandatory level
Mandlevel standard text
You should be familiar with leading or following and have at least one year of folk dance experience.
No knowledge of music theory is required
Dance partner
Partner standard text
You do not have to register together with a dance partner.