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Harriet Cavalli has been a great influence on me and my work with music. She understands dance accompaniment better than anyone and explains how and why in her book.' Mark Morris, artistic director, Mark Morris Dance Group'An insightful and detailed guide that will help novice dance musicians to navigate the demanding and often unstated expectations of the dance class, providing an invaluable resource for both dance teachers and dance musicians.' Kathryn Daniels, Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle'All dance accompanists and teachers must own this publication.' Ruth C. Petrinovic, consultant, Alabama Ballet School, BirminghamHarriet Cavalli, internationally recognized as one of the most talented and experienced specialists in the art of music for dancers and dance teachers, presents here the definitive book on accompaniment, as well as her personaloften humorouslook behind the scenes at the world of dance. The text is enhanced by diagrams and 83 complete musical examples, providing a wealth of repertoire choices.One of the most comprehensive books to acknowledge the intimate link between music and ballet technique, Dance and Music emphasizes the necessity of effective communication between dance teachers and their accompanists. Cavalli lays the groundwork with descriptions of most musical forms used in the dance classroom and stresses the need for teachers to make music a living part of their classes.For the inexperienced accompanist, she describes the pianistic demands of the profession, as well as the qualities of dance steps and movements that will facilitate the identification of suitable music. She also discusses the kinds of dance classes an accompanist may work in and offers a lengthy section on the functions of a pianist in a dance company.With forty years in the field, and firsthand knowledge of what dancing feels like and how to recreate that feeling, Cavalli invites musicians to move gracefully into the special, sometimes intimidating world of dance accompaniment.Harriet Cavalli is the company pianist for Martin Schlpfers BallettMainz at the Mainz State Theater in Germany. She has worked for most of the major dance institutions in New York, such as the Joffrey and Harkness Ballets and American Ballet Theater, and with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, First Chamber Dance Company in Seattle, Zurich Opera Ballet, Basel Ballet, and Bern Ballet. In addition, she has studied ballet with Perry Brunson, Maria Swoboda, Flemming Halby, Donna Silva, and Martin Schlpfer.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Dance and Music: A Guide to Dance Accompaniment for Musicians and Dance Teachers'? A: The book focuses on providing guidance for novice dance musicians on the expectations of dance classes, emphasizing the relationship between music and dance, and offering practical advice for effective dance accompaniment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what is her background? A: The author is Harriet Cavalli, an internationally recognized specialist in music for dancers and dance teachers, with over forty years of experience working with major dance institutions.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: The book is beneficial for dance teachers, novice dance musicians, and anyone interested in understanding the role of music in dance education and accompaniment.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples or resources? A: Yes, the book features diagrams and 83 complete musical examples, providing a wealth of repertoire choices for effective dance accompaniment.
- Q: What is the publication date and edition of the book? A: The book was published on June 30, 2001, and is the first edition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in dance accompaniment? A: Yes, the book is designed to guide inexperienced accompanists by describing the pianistic demands of the profession and the qualities of dance steps that help identify suitable music.
- Q: What binding type is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the communication between dance teachers and accompanists, musical forms used in dance, and the functions of a pianist in a dance company.
- Q: Is this book recommended by professionals in the field? A: Yes, various professionals, including artistic directors and dance consultants, have praised this book as an essential resource for dance accompanists and teachers.