Eurythmy: Course Description
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
The eurythmy curriculum in the high school continues the work initiated in the grades but with heightened consciousness. Beginning in 9th grade, fundamentals of eurythmy are reintroduced with greater explanation of the underlying principles and less reliance on imitation.
As in the grades, the high school curriculum refines both gross and fine motor skills, develops spatial and body awareness and strengthens the social capacities of the class and students individually. Students lean to form expressive gestures and to move with ever increasing precision and fluidity. A deep appreciation for music and poetry can be developed as students cultivate careful listening skills to translate what they experience aurally into a visible expression.
Students gain self-mastery and discipline practicing pieces in order to bring them to performance level standards which they share at assemblies and festivals.
Tenth Grade: More complex geometrical and symmetrical forms are practiced. The elements of music, including movements for the intervals, chords and discords are brought to a new level of awareness. Specific forms developed by Rudolf Steiner are experienced, such as “TIAOAIT” and the minuet to help cultivate clear and precise thinking.
Faculty: Elena Baba
Class Dates: September 7th 2012-June 7th 2013
Curriculum Area: Movement
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