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1.2 improvises and creates dance sequences that use the concept of contrast, while making clear transitions from one movement or shape to another, focusing on: space (high/low, large/small, forward/sideward/backward, near/far, narrow/wide); time (fast/slow, regular/irregular) force (strong/light, smooth/percussive);

1.3 improves and creates dance sequences that use the concept of contrast, while making clear transitions from one movement or shape to another, focusing on: the movement range of each body part; geometric concepts such as parallel, symmetry, distance, volume and mass, rectangles, pentagon, hexagon, octagon;

1.4 learns and performs steps of an indigenous and/or contemporary dance from South African culture with attention to detail;

DRAMA

1.5 performs simple teacher-directed relaxation, breathing and resonance exercises when warming up and cooling down;

1.6 responds to aural, oral, visual, tactile and kinaesthetic stimuli in dramatic games and exercises;

1.7 uses sensory detail and emotional expression in dramatic activities such as simple mime showing weight, size and shape;

MUSIC

1.8 demonstrates concentration and accurate listening through recognising, repeating and creating rhythms and poly-rhythms, using movement, body percussion and natural instruments;

1.9 composes and presents a short rhythmic pattern that has crotchets, crotchet rests, minims, minim rests, quavers and quaver rests through body percussion;

1.10 improvises and creates music phrases that use repetition, accent, call and response;

1.11 sings songs in long and normal triplet ( ³ ₄ and ³ ₈ );

VISUAL ARTS

1.12 designs and creates artworks and craft works which explore the use of natural and geometric shapes and forms in two and three dimensions, in observational work, pattern making and design, and in simple craft objects;

1.13 displays work in the classroom.

Memorandum

Step by step through this module

Module 13 deals with the following aspects:

Drama

Vocal colour and vocal tone / pitch.

Various strategies for oral communication.

Accompanying body language / movement.

The above discipline cannot function in isolation from others, such as dance, music and visual arts, and overlapping will therefore occur as a matter of necessity. Some of the elements / techniques will occur in almost all of the modules, probably with showing a shift in focus only.

activity 1

Relaxation

Relaxation is fundamental to the efficient use of the body, not only in drama, but in carrying out our daily routines with maximum efficiency.

Tension in a learner, or performer, can be transmitted to other members of the group.

Tension usually shows itself first in the voice, because breathing is shallow and the muscles of the larynx are tensed.

Our goal is to create a sense and state of relaxation in the learner in order for them to execute their activities more comfortably, be freer with their movements, overcome inhibitions and feel more comfortable among their classmates.

You will find exercises in Activities for the Learners. Feel free to experiment and to be creative.