The Thinking Body, originally published in 1937, is a classic in the study of human physiology, and the effect of psychological and mental processes on human movement. Todd was far ahead of her time in seeing the relationship between thought and movement. Since its republication in 1968, The Thinking Body has been recognized as a profound study of biomechanics, anatomy, kinesiology, and physiology, all brought to bear on a study of movement education, The purpose of the book is to re-educate us in our movements, to bring the poser of mental and psychological processes to bear on all our physical movements. As Todd herself said, "It is as profoundly true that we are as much affected in out thinking by bodily attitudes as our bodily attitudes are affected the reflection of our mental and bodily states." The Thinking Body's mind/body approach has made it a favorite of dancers, students of motor development, and all those concerned with questions of human fitness.

The Thinking Body

Medical Books

Mabel E. Todd

Basic Sciences

Princeton Book Company

Complete definition and pronunciation guide for common ballet terms.

Language of Ballet: A Dictionary (Dance Horizons Book)

Mara, Thalia

Humor & Entertainment

Written just before the author's death in 1958, this book is an autobiography in art, a gathering of experiences in performance, and a lucid and practical source book on choreography.

The Art of Making Dances

DORIS HUMPHREY

A guide to the principles of dance and training developed by Lester Horton. It includes a foreword by Alvin Ailey, reminiscences of early Lester Horton technique by Bella Lewitzky, and a three-dimensional portrait of the life and work of Lester Horton by Jana Frances-Fischer.

Dance Technique of Lester Horton

Perce, Marjorie

Forsythe, Ana Marie

Ball, Cheryl

Now expanded and updated, this second edition of the original bestseller is an engaging interpretation of dance history—from the Ancient Greeks and European royal courts to the rise of the “American“ ballet and the explosion of modern dance. Short profiles, an extensive bibliography, a helpful index, and selections from primary sources are also included.

Ballet and Modern Dance: A Concise History

Arts & Photography

Anderson, Jack

Performing Arts

A Dance Book Club main selection, this guide offers a general explanation of anatomy, kinesiology, and technique for ballet dancers, students, and teachers.

Inside Ballet Technique: Separating Anatomical Fact from Fiction in the Ballet Class

Valerie Grieg

Music

Duncan Dance: A Guide for Young People Ages Six to Sixteen

Freedom, flow, and spontaneity are the keys to the Duncan technique. Different from both ballet and modern dance, it draws on movement common to all children: walking, running, skipping, and swaying. This book covers all of these various movements and lays out interactive exercises for easy and relaxed learning so that children can experience the pleasure of moving freely without self-consciousness. This is an easy to follow guide to Duncan technique as well as instructions for five original Duncan dances.

Children's Books

Levien, Julia

Literature & Fiction

This landmark book about Doris Humphrey, one of the most influential pioneers in the development of modern dance, tells of her struggles and triumphs in exploring new forms of dance; of Humphrey's break with Denishawn to establish her company with Charles Weidman; of creating a new dance technique which has been seminal to the training of modern dancers; of choreographing in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s; and of creating a choreographic aesthetic that has been a primary influence on subsequent generations of dancemakers.

Doris Humphrey: An Artist First

Humphrey, Doris

For the beginning or intermediate student of any age, this complete body warmup also provides an introduction to Luigi's lyrical jazz style. Developed over a 45 year period of teaching, Luigi's pioneering method is based on anatomically sound principles, using center and floor work exclusively. He believes that students should learn how to support and control themselves totally from within and find the feeling of using space as a barre.

Luigi's Jazz Warm Up: An Introduction to Jazz Style & Technique

Luigi

Lorraine Kriegel

Francis Roach

Modern dance concepts, terms, principles, and movements are defined in the words of the great founders of modern dance.

Modern Dance Terminology: The ABC's of Modern Dance as Defined by Its Originators

Love, Paul

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