{"product_id":"attention-and-focus-in-dance-enhancing-power-precision-and-artistry-paperback-softback-9781492594451","title":"Attention and Focus in Dance; Enhancing Power, Precision, and Artistry (Paperback \/ softback) 9781492594451","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eAttention and Focus in Dance\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eEnhancing Power, Precision, and Artistry\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eClare Guss-West (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781492594451\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 30 October 2020\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e256 pages\u003cbr\u003e25.4 x 17.8 x 1.7 cm, 0.544 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Clare Guss-West's holistic approach to classical ballet seems like an idea long overdue… Her approach offers ways to link the latest trends in choreographic innovation to the essence of traditional dance forms as energetic transformations of the spirit.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter Lewton\u003c\/b\u003e-President of International Association for Dance Medicine \u0026amp; Science (IADMS)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“After using the Reflection Prompts from Chapter 2 and self-reflecting on how many external focus elements I use, I became so passionate that I gave a full class using only external focus. I was inspired to find new ways to guide dancers into what I want them to achieve.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJavier Torres\u003c\/b\u003e-International teacher, choreographer, and former professional dance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Clare is a very effective and enchanting educator. She offers elements to our practice that seem very ethereal yet are so practical; very elusive yet so easy. Enjoy discovering how less (but efficient) is sometimes more!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAstrid Sherman, FISTD\u003c\/b\u003e-ISTD USA representative, former professional dancer, dance educator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I had the pleasure to come across the beautiful work of Clare Guss-West at the IADMS Conference, Seattle. The information and modalities that she has gathered to help with neural flexibility as well as assuring healthy and sensible physical engagement for dancers of all ages is presented in a open hearted and practical manner. One deceptively simple imaginary exercise introduced has proven to be an invigorating warm up in the ballet classroom. At IADMS Washington Conference she shared her insights into the way in which Qi Gong plays into dance. She has integrated her considerable understandings and skills in ways that the dancers can become more connected to their breath and increase their understanding of the origins of their movements.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephanie Saland\u003c\/b\u003e-Former professional dancer NYCB, Dance Educator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe Western approach to dance is largely focused on control and mastery of technique, both of which are certainly necessary skills for improving performance. But mindful attention, despite its critical role in high performance, has gotten short shrift-until now.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAttention and Focus in Dance\u003c\/i\u003e, a how-to book rooted in the 20 years of attentional focus findings of researcher Gabriele Wulf, will help dancers unlock their power and stamina reserves, enabling efficient movement, heightening their sensory perception and releasing their dance potential. Author Clare Guss-West-a professional dancer, choreographer, teacher and holistic practitioner-presents a systematic, science-based approach to the mental work of dance. Her approach helps dancers hone the skills of attention, focus and self-cueing to replenish energy and enhance their physical and artistic performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Unique, Research-Based Approach\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Here is what \u003ci\u003eAttention and Focus in Dance\u003c\/i\u003e offers readers: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA unique approach, connecting the foundations of Eastern movement with Western movement forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch-based teaching practices in diverse contexts, including professional dance companies, private studios, and programmes for dancers with special needs or movement challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTestimonies and tips from international professional dancers and dance educators who use the book’s approach in their training and teaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dance-centric focus that can be easily integrated into existing training and teaching practice, in rehearsal, or in rehabilitation contexts to provide immediate and long-term benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Guss-West explores attentional focus techniques for dancers, teachers and dance health care practitioners, making practical connections between research, movement theory and day-to-day dance practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Many dancers are using excessive energy deployment and significant counterproductive effort, and that can lead to a global movement dysfunction, lack of stamina and an increased risk of injury,” says Guss-West. “Attentional focus training is the most relevant study that sport science and Eastern-movement practice can bring to dance.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook Organisation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The text is organised into two parts. \u003cb\u003ePart I\u003c\/b\u003e guides dancers in looking at the attentional challenges and information overload that many professional dancers suffer from. It outlines the need for a systematic attention and focus strategy, and it explains how scientific research on attentional focus relates to dance practice. This part also examines the ways in which Eastern-movement principles intersect with and complement scientific findings, and it examines how the Eastern and scientific concepts can breathe new life into basic dance elements such as posture, turnout and port de bras. Attention and focus techniques are included for replenishing energy and protecting against energy depletion and exhaustion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II\u003c\/b\u003e presents attention and focus strategies for teaching, self-coaching and cueing. It addresses attentional focus cues for beginners and for more advanced dancers and professionals, and it places attentional focus in the broader context of holistic teaching strategies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximising Dance Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Whether cueing others or yourself, cueing for high performance is an art,” Guss-West says. “Readers will discover how to format cues and feedback to facilitate effective neuromuscular response and enhance dancer recall of information and accessibility while dancing.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAttention and Focus in Dance\u003c\/i\u003e offers an abundance of research-backed concepts and inspirational ideas that can help dancers in their learning and performance. This book aids readers in filtering information and directing their focus for optimal physical effect. Ultimately, it guides dancers and teachers in being the best version of themselves and maximising their potential in dance.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eForeword: An Introduction to Attentional Focus\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGabriele Wulf, PhD\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Recent scientific research findings: “\u003cbr\u003eAn external focus of attention is key to optimal performance and learning.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Shifting Attention\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Attentional Focus Challenges of Dancers\u003cbr\u003e Explores the multitasking demands and information overload of dancers today and the need for a systematic attention and focus strategy in dance training and performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Attentional Focus: A Scientific Perspective\u003cbr\u003e Looks at how scientific attentional focus research relates to dance practice, translating attentional focus findings into dance vocabulary for practical dance contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Attention and Focus: The Intersection of Eastern and Western Movement\u003cbr\u003e Investigates attention and focus in Eastern movement practice where it intersects with recent scientific findings to provide depth and alternative attentional tools for the dancer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Attentional Focus: Enhancing Power, Precision and Artistry\u003cbr\u003e Revisits dance foundations with attention and focus techniques that renew meaning and develop energy, stamina and speed for specific dance challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Refocus Mind, Replenish Energy\u003cbr\u003e Introduces remedial attention and focus techniques for performers and teachers to clear the mind and replenish energy in motion to protect from energy depletion and exhaustion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Cueing Attention\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Teaching With External Attentional Focus\u003cbr\u003e Presents practical attentional strategies for teaching, self-coaching and optimal cueing from beginner skills to refining of movement with advanced and professional dancers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond Attentional Focus\u003cbr\u003e Places attentional focus in context to explore complementary holistic strategies that support the autonomy of the dancer to bring further benefits to learning and performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Optimal Attentional Cueing\u003cbr\u003e Refines the art of optimum self-cueing, teaching cueing and feedback to enable high performers’\u003cbr\u003e need for powerful, efficient movement at the service of an artistic intention.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52676623139096,"sku":"9781492594451","price":30.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/attention-and-focus-in-dance-enhancing-power-precision-and-artistry-paperback-softback-9781492594451","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}