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Jonathan Pitches

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  • Meyerhold and the Russian Revolution: why biomechanics was invented and why he felt it was necessary
  • Exploring ‘the Slap’ through biomechanical training exercises known as études
  • Meyerhold in action: working safely by preparing using warm up techniques
  • ‘The Slap’ in action: techniques for the ‘shake and shake’, ‘slap and taking aim’, and ‘the slap and return to neutral’
  • Production of a video, image or prose demonstrating actions from the études

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Beginner physical theatre experience

This course offers a brief introduction to Physical Theatre that focuses on a few key concepts with an emphasis on safety. The course is taught through short video lectures and includes practical exercises and activities. Some learners may find this course too basic.
Focus on safe practices.
"It doesn't work for me, but maybe for others does."
Activities included.
Straightforward and accessible.
"Not really deep or challenging..."

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Explores the many facets of biomechanics as they apply to sport, from tissue mechanics at the cellular level to forces acting on an entire body, with examples ranging from running to cycling to diving. In addition, the text offers the latest on the risk and prevention of sports injuries, including the latest research on concussions.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and principles of functional biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, with a focus on the relationship between structure and function.
Presents the fundamental principles and concepts of biomechanics as they relate to sport and exercise.
This collection of etudes by Frédéric Chopin is one of the most famous and widely used sets of etudes for piano. It great resource for developing technical skills such as dexterity, accuracy, and speed.
This set of etudes by Sergei Rachmaninoff is known for its beautiful melodies and challenging technical passages. It great resource for developing musicality and technical skills.
By Charles-Louis Hanon collection of 60 etudes specifically designed to develop finger dexterity. It great resource for pianists of all levels.
By Carl Czerny collection of 101 etudes designed to develop finger strength and independence. It great resource for pianists of all levels.
This collection of etudes by Francisco Tárrega is one of the most famous and widely used sets of etudes for guitar. It great resource for developing technical skills such as dexterity, accuracy, and speed.

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