This unit provides an enjoyable and manageable introduction to some of the features of traditional British folk dance.
1. Busy feet. audio
The first dance session exploring simple movements inspired by British folk dance.
2. Meeting and greeting. audio
The second dance session in this unit exploring British folk dance.
3. Patterns galore. audio
Another dance session focusing on social skills and inspired by British folk dance.
4. Circle dance. audio
The final dance session culminates in a circle dance inspired by British folk dance.
British folk dance
In this unit children will learn to listen and respond to the musical rhythms and phrasing. They explore appropriate actions and spatial patterns before memorising and performing short movement sequences. They learn the necessary social skills for folk dance by dancing together, relating to partners and performing in small groups. The emphasis is not on learning specific steps but more in responding appropriately and imaginatively within the conventions of the style.
Resources
Guidance on using the dance sessions in this unit with your group (pdf)
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