9 Course recap

COURSE: Dancing to Delta Blues

FOCUS: This lesson recaps the Dancing to Delta Blues course, focusing on grounding movements and self-expression through a series of body explorations.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Start by breathing and connecting with yourself to center your movement.
• Explore footwork on the floor to build a grounded foundation.
• Let energy travel from the legs up through the hips and chest in snakey or rotational motions.
• Engage shoulders and let arms flow naturally with the movement.
• Incorporate drops by releasing tension on the exhale to return to the flow.
• Take moments to center yourself during the dance without doing everything at once.

REMEMBER:

• Delta Blues music originates from the Mississippi Delta and emphasizes self-awareness and collective expression.
• Movement should be grounded and connected to energy from the floor for intimacy.
• The course progresses from breathing to full-body integration, including drops and arm flow.
• Focus on personal expression rather than performing all elements constantly.
• Use the dance as a way to explore connection with oneself and the music's history.