About 2013 Horton Pedagogy Workshop
Description
July 8-12 - Session 1: Introductory/Beginner
July 15-19 - Session 2: Intermediate/Advanced
Session 1 Session 2 Sessions 1 & 2
These exclusive workshops give teachers an opportunity to have an in-depth review of the Horton vocabulary, learn or review Horton studies and understand the range and depth of this uniquely American modern dance technique under master teacher and scholar of the Horton vocabulary, Ana Marie Forsythe. Refresh your teaching skills and receive a comprehensive view of the technique while taking advantage of opportunities to speak with other Horton teachers and to share experiences and knowledge with workshop participants.
Instructors will have the opportunity to participate or observe two Horton classes a day held in beautiful floor-to-ceiling windowed studios with view of the New York skyline at the home of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, close to shopping, shows and great restaurants. Some knowledge of the Horton Technique is preferred and participants must have three years of teaching experience.
Workshop Fees
Early registration fees valid January 23 - June 8, 2013
| Session 1: Introductory | $800.00 |
| Session 2*: Intermediate/Advanced | $800.00 |
| Both Sessions | $1,425.00 |
Late registration fees valid June 9 - July 1, 2013
| Session 1: Introductory | $825.00 |
| Session 2*: Intermediate/Advanced | $825.00 |
| Both Sessions | $1,475.00 |
Complete Workshop Materials package:
Includes all required materials (The Dance Technique of Lester Horton book and three DVDs) plus the optional DVD and CD in an eco-friendly Alvin Ailey tote! This package is highly recommended for Session I participants!
All items are also available for individual sale, ranging in price from $18.95-29.95, plus tax.
Please Note: Hotel accommodations are not included in the workshop fee. Upon registration, discounts for select NYC hotels are available to students. Email khill@alvinailey.org for more information.
Schedule
2012 Horton Pedagogy Workshop Daily Schedule
Workshop participants will either take or observe two classes daily. Immediately after the classes end, participants will have a short lunch break followed by the discussion segment.
Class
Take or observe a beginning class and an advanced class on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Tuesday and Thursday, you will take or observe low and high intermediate classes. Note taking is encouraged.
Session 1 Highlights
A 2 1/2 hour intensive discussion of the following:
- Beginning Horton Studies
- Teaching methods
- Making corrections
- Trouble areas
- Counts and shapes
- Anatomy lectures taught by Rebecca Dietzel, a leading authority on anatomy for dancers
- Question and answer session
Session 2* Highlights
A 2 1/2 hour intensive discussion of the following:
- Advance Horton Studies
- Deep Floor Vocabulary
- Dimensional Tonus
- Falls including Lateral Side Twist Falls
- Anatomy lectures taught by Rebecca Dietzel, a leading authority on anatomy for dancers
- Question and answer session
The discussion will also feature:
- Advanced Ailey School student demonstrators
- A Horton Technique video presentation
- Guest speakers, including former Horton company members
*Session 2 is for teachers who have completed the Session 1 pedagogy workshop with Ana Marie Forsythe and have a minimum of three years experience teaching the Horton technique.
Participants attending Session 1 may enroll immediately in Session 2.
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