Dance is something extraordinary, a combination of plasticity, feelings, facial expressions and a story that the dancer tells the audience.

I have been going to dances since childhood, and it is by dancing that I am distracted from problems and the surrounding fuss, I really glow with happiness on stage. I chose this profession precisely because I can and want to help everyone reveal their individuality. In general, it seems to me that calling choreography a profession is a mistake, because it is rather a talent. The talent to "sculpt" from small or adult beginner dancers to exemplary professionals.

Creating a dance is a creative process, teaching the art of composing a dance and creating dance performances is the main task facing the choreographer.

The choreographer needs to be strong, plastic and constantly develop, gain knowledge about new dances. In our modern world more and more new dances are appearing and the old ones are no longer so easy to interest, we young people are interested in everything modern, it is closer to us, I will not say that everyone, but many. Yes, classical dances undoubtedly impress many people and you can’t refuse the classics, but you need to add new colors to it.

“The hardest thing about being a choreographer is self-discipline. You need to love yourself, torment and enjoy it. I got tired, and then it's so good. I didn’t torture myself - bad » .

Everyone has different opinions about how a dancer should be on stage, someone thinks that he must be strong and disciplined, and someone says that the main thing is his technique, and everything else will come by itself. I think that the technique is certainly important, but the main thing is the feelings that the dancer puts into the dance, because if he is not in the mood for the dance, then he will never be able to dance it well, no matter how technical and purposeful.

I will never forget that first day when I first went to dance hall, for me everything was new there, the girls are very similar to me, but I saw this desire, desire and joy from what they do. I remember how I approached the barre and felt a new “I” inside me, then I realized that this was my calling, that I would never stop dancing, and it happened, I still dance, and I really like what I am do. Without dancing, life seems gray and mundane, but as soon as I enter the hall, all problems go into the background, everything turns upside down in my soul and becomes more colorful.

The main thing for a dancer is his thoughts, he must be sure that he will succeed and that he will succeed, achieve what he wants, without this success is impossible. I am sure that any person can succeed if he wants it, will not be lazy and afraid.

When I dance I live, when I live I dance! That's why I want to become a choreographer!

Dance is the oldest art in existence. On rock carvings, researchers often come across images of dancing figures. Homer and Aristotle wrote about the art of choreography. Our ancestors especially acutely felt their unity with nature, and felt the need to obey its rhythm. The dance at that time was of a ritual nature, it was part of the rite of worship of the gods, spirits or the totem of the tribe. Joint dance movements to the accompaniment percussion instruments caused euphoria in the dancers, and even a semblance of a trance. The dances were designed to ensure a rich harvest, successful hunting, and victory in battles. The ritual was performed by priests, shamans or tribal leaders. They can be called the first choreographers.Dance and song are expressions folk art. Every nation has its national dances, by which it is clear belonging to any state. Ordinary people, after hard work in the field, had only one entertainment - to dance. TDance has become a means of festive communication, an integral part of the way of life. Young men chose future brides at balls, or in a round dance. It was in the dance that the girl could demonstrate all her beauty and grace, amaze the imagination of the future groom. Choreographer became folk tradition. It was she who dictated where and when the choreographic action would take place, who should participate in it. The dance pattern, the quadrille figures were passed down from generation to generation, and the dancers themselves enriched the dance with intricate movements and knees. Modern choreographers recreate ritual dances, immersing tourists in the mysterious atmosphere of temples ancient egypt, India, China.

In the 12th century, the court dance came into fashion, when many couples circled around. It was very important to move beautifully, as it to some extent depended public opinion about gentlemen and ladies.In the 14th-15th centuries, court ballet arose, which is characterized by luxurious costumes, stories with the participation of gods and goddesses. The dance performance was led by the manager of the ball. Court ballets sometimes lasted several days.On the estates of rich people, specially hired dancers danced to brighten up the boring evening of the nobles. Therefore, professional choreographers were faced with the task of teaching the manners that should be manifested during the dance.…

Gradually, the theatricalization of dance took place, and in the 18th century ballet took a firm place on the stage. Dance directors also appeared. It is believed that the first choreographer who tried to create a ballet vocabulary was Pierre Beauchamp, a dance teacher at the court of Louis XIV. In Russia in the 18th century, fortress theaters began to flourish, in which foreign choreographers and choreographers, such as Rosetti and Mariodini, led the training of dancers and the production of ballets.

In the 19th century in famous theaters European capitals there were ballet performances by choreographers M. Petipa, J. Coralli, J. Perro. Russian ballet has gained worldwide fame largely thanks to excellent choreographers and choreographers, such as V. Nijinsky, I. Valberkh.

Is there a difference between a choreographer and a choreographer? There is a difference, but it, especially in modern choreography, is very blurred. The choreographer invents and creates the composition. The choreographer realizes the choreographer's intention. Very often, the head of a dance studio or theater combines the functions of a choreographer and choreographer. An example is Moiseev, the head of the famous folk dance ensemble, head and choreographer of the TODES show-ballet Alla Dukhova.

In modern choreography, there are many different styles and directions, and for each of them the choreographer needs to have the appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities. But in any case, the choreographer must have an impeccable ear for music, be able to develop an idea for a production, select music and costumes, and select performers. The choreographer must know the limits of the physical activity of dancers, plan rehearsals, be able to find a common language not only with performers, but also with technicians, musicians, and designers.

The social significance of the profession in society: A person can dance without the help of a choreographer at an amateur level as much as he likes - at a disco, at home. But we must not forget that the benefits of these professionals are in some way comparable in importance to the work of a psychologist. Having taught a person to move, to control his body, the choreographer thereby frees him from complexes. Also, artists cannot do without these specialists. The audience will be bored if they just sing their songs. Therefore, ballet always accompanies the artist at concerts, conveying mood and atmosphere through dance.

Choreographer is a sought-after profession. He can work in the theater, on television, on the set of films. It is necessary for various festivals, holiday events, in figure skating, for defile. There are a huge number of places for applying strength and talent, but the competition is huge.
The choreographer should be not only a professional, but also a personality, versatile developed person, which draws inspiration from other arts and from all the diversity of the surrounding world.

The mass character and uniqueness of the profession: The choreographer must, of course, be able to dance, be a good organizer and creative person. After all, the work lies in the fact that you have to coordinate the actions of all the dancers, come up with images and a concept. You need to be able to be original, because improvisers are the ones who succeed. It is also desirable to love communication, because it will be necessary to meet with many people: artists, producers, dancers, dressers.

Profession risks: It's hard to avoid injury in this job. All dancers suffer from pain in the knees or other parts of the body that bear the brunt of the load. You can't run away from competition either. It's hard to stay afloat in show business - today you can be a fashionable choreographer, and tomorrow you won't be remembered. In any case, this work brings pleasure, both moral and material. People of this creative profession will find employment in dance clubs, fitness centers, theaters, television and other places.

Where to get a job: You can learn choreography at a semi-professional level in a dance studio. Education in the specialty of the same name is received at the Pedagogical Institute or the Institute (School) of Arts.

Choreographer

Even if a person has an indirect relation to art, he is drawn to it. No wonder we love going to the cinema, to the theater, to a concert or to a club so much. We are attracted by the staginess of the performance, which depends on the production, costumes and skill of the performers. The choreographer is engaged in staging dances for a troupe of dancers. This profession is creative, requiring imagination, fantasy, creativity from a person.

The history of the profession Choreographer How did the profession originate? How did the profession develop?

Dance, like song, is a manifestation of folk art. Each nation has its own dances, which differ in movements, rhythms, costumes. Dances also differed by class. Simple people after hard physical labor they had fun with their own, folk dances: round dances, dancing, etc. For the amusement of the nobility, dancers were specially invited to give the evening fun. Since the 12th century, court dances have come into fashion, when many couples move in certain figures around the hall, trying to perform all movements beautifully and gracefully. Choreographers were then needed to teach the ladies and gentlemen the manners and basic movements of the dance.

Significance for society The importance, meaning and social status of the profession

At the amateur level, people can dance as much as they want without needing the help of a choreographer. But if we watch a concert number, then we cannot do without a professional dance director. The choreographer teaches a person to move, to control the body. Thus, it helps him to get rid of the complexes. Without a choreographer, the singer's performance will also be boring. Therefore, a ballet group helps him, helping to create a mood, to maintain the right atmosphere.

Features of the profession Choreographer The uniqueness and prospects of the profession

The choreographer should not only dance well. It is important for him to have organizational traits, creativity in order to come up with a dance concept, image, and coordinate the actions of the dancers. The presence of originality, the ability to communicate, and sociability are no less important, because you will have to work not only with dancers, but also with costumers, producers, lighting, sound designers and other people.

"Pitfalls" of the profession Choreographer All for and against the profession. Difficulties and features.

As a choreographer, like a dancer, it is difficult to avoid injury. Their legs often hurt, because they bear the main load. It's also hard to avoid competition, so you have to be constantly on the lookout to stay in show business. But this work also brings a lot of pleasure. Choreographers can work on television, in clubs, theaters, fitness centers, etc.

Where and how to become a choreographer Where are the professions taught?

The dance studio will allow you to get choreographic education at the semi-professional level. The Pedagogical Institute or the Institute of Arts will give professional education to work as a choreographer.

It does not matter who performs a certain piece of dance, the movements in the dance must be performed smoothly. Choreographers work with dancers to polish the dance, to give it a logical conclusion. In this article we will try to answer the questions: who is the description of the profession, its pros and cons?

The history of the profession

Dance refers to the manifestations of the creativity of the people. It may have differences in movements, tempo, costumes. In the old days, dances also differed by class. Ordinary people, after a hard day's work, rested, dancing dances with round dances. Representatives of noble classes, in order to brighten up their leisure time, invited dancers.

The history of the profession of choreographer says that it appeared in the twelfth century. In this time period, court dances became fashionable, in which a large number of dancing couples took part. Public opinion could be influenced by the fact how beautifully and harmoniously the performers circle in the dance.

The main task of the choreographers of that time was to teach the representatives of the nobility the basic dance movements, as well as manners during the dance.

Main responsibilities

Choreography is If we take into account the translation of this word from ancient Greek (dance, I describe), then it can be deciphered as a record of dance movements using special allegories. The development of these movements and the creation of a complete work on their basis is the main professional duty of the choreographer.

The profession of a choreographer (the pros and cons of the work of people who have chosen it will be covered later in this article) involves staging not only dances, but also concert numbers, ballet performances. The main task of the choreographer is to create a dance composition filled with beauty and uniqueness.

The representative of this profession distributes among the dancers specific images intended for implementation in the dance, taking into account the abilities and character of each member of the dance group. He carries out the selection of musical accompaniment and costumes.

The choreographer is also responsible for the technique of performing dance movements. He must have the ability to create a dance based not only on his own ideas, but also based on the best practices of his colleagues.

The profession of a choreographer unites in one person: dancers who professionally know the art of dance, gurus of all types of art, as well as recognized intellectuals.

Types and scope of activity

The main types of work of choreographers are distinguished:

1. Preparation of the dance scenario, participation in its discussion before approval.
2. Casting dancers.
3. Selection of music, costumes, scenery.
4. Coordinating your work with people who are directly involved in the process of bringing the dance script to life.
5. Participation in the show of dancers, in groups and one at a time.
6. Visiting rehearsals, performances of dance groups in front of the audience.
7. Conducting dance lessons

The field of activity of representatives of this profession is quite extensive. They can be in demand in dance companies, musicals, opera and ballet, on television, on the set of films and television shows, on ships carrying tourists, and even on catwalks.

The profession of a choreographer has a certain specificity. In all genres, regardless of the number of dancers, each individual group is led by one choreographer. With such competition, in order to achieve success and fame, choreographers need to have a creative and original approach to translating their ideas.

Personal qualities

A choreographer, in order to take place in the chosen profession, must have a set of certain personal qualities:

• He needs to know perfectly the theory of the art of dance, to be a professional dancer himself.
• It is important that the representative of this profession is endowed with excellent organizational skills.
• This person must be sociable, be able to create and maintain contacts not only with dancers, but also with a large number of people with whom he communicates due to the specifics of his work.
• The choreographer needs to be able to analyze and use the experience of colleagues in his work, decorating it with his own interpretation.
• The profession of a choreographer requires you to feel the world of art, feel the rhythm and understand the music.

The benefits of this profession

The advantages of being a choreographer include certain aspects:

• The field of activity of the choreographer provides him with the opportunity to get acquainted with creative personalities of interest. A dancer of the highest level can work in any country in the world, even without knowing languages.
• Continuous motivation and implementation of new ideas. The profession of a choreographer is devoid of boredom and routine.
• Stay in great physical shape. The specifics of the work does not allow professional dancers to gain extra pounds.
• Opportunity to see new countries.
• The prospect of opening your own school.

Disadvantages of the profession

It can be said about the profession of a choreographer that, along with its advantages, it also has certain disadvantages.

• Representatives of this profession are not immune from various injuries.
• Everyday performances and rehearsals can deplete the choreographer's reserves of strength and energy.
• It is difficult to be in demand in this profession after 35 years. Sometimes this circumstance leads to anxiety and depression.
• Often choreographers devote everything to work free time, and this is fraught with problems in personal life.

Tips for those who decide to connect their lives with choreography

To become a choreographer, you must complete nine or eleven classes secondary school, get a certificate of the school of arts in the class of choreography. Applicants who were members of a dance club or simply cannot imagine their life without dancing can also submit to the profession of choreographer.

You should carefully prepare for admission. Special attention worth paying classical dance to demonstrate admission committee mastery of his technique and his musicality.

In order to be able to reveal your creative range, you need to hone the skills of performing folk, historical, everyday and other dances, because the examination committee may offer to depict movements, sketches and combinations from various dance styles.

In certain educational institutions an interview is also required. To successfully pass it, you must have good knowledge about art, literature and the history of choreography.

The amazing and interesting profession of a choreographer opens up many prospects for those who have mastered its intricacies to perfection.

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Choreographer (dance teacher) - creative worker who creates his own choreographic works. Activities of the choreographer creative team very diverse: composing works, staging it, rehearsal work.

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The history of the appearance of the profession Dance, like the song, is a manifestation of folk art. Each nation has its own dances, which differ in movements, rhythms, costumes. Dances also differed by class. Ordinary people, after hard physical labor, entertained themselves with their own folk dances: round dances, dancing, etc. For the amusement of the nobility, dancers were specially invited to add fun to the evening. Since the 12th century, court dances have come into fashion, when many couples move in certain figures around the hall, trying to perform all movements beautifully and gracefully. Choreographers were then needed to teach the ladies and gentlemen the manners and basic movements of the dance.

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The choreographer can be engaged in staging and teaching everything existing species dances, including: 1) ballroom dancing; 2) ballet; 3) folk and national dances; four) modern dances; 5) figure skating and ice dancing; 6) theatrical performances; 7) rhythmic gymnastics.

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The choreographic image should be disclosed by means of choreography: dance pattern, plastic human body, facial expressions and dramatic development of the image, music. What is a choreographic image?

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Choreographer - director Selection of performers Detailed study of the dance pattern Choreographer - tutor Revealing the image and nature of the dance Revealing the talent of the performers Planning the load during rehearsals Transferring the style of the composition

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The profession of a choreographer, in addition to teaching dance and staging and developing new performances, involves performing a huge number of organizational and administrative functions. A successful production requires a huge amount of interaction with makeup artists, costume designers, directors, decorators, artists, lighting, not to mention the dancers themselves!

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A choreographer is characterized by a musical, pedagogical, theater or sports education, many have several at once. A choreographer is characterized by a musical, pedagogical, theater or sports education, many have several at once. Necessary skills and abilities to work as a choreographer: 1) sense of rhythm and understanding of music; 2) the ability to dance, albeit at a non-professional level; 3) good visual memory and spatial thinking; 4) the ability to provide first aid, since dance is a sport and, possibly, getting injured; 5) knowledge of physiology to determine the possible stress on the dancers.

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A specific feature of the art of choreography is its direct connection with music, which helps to reveal the choreographic image in all its brightness and fullness, affects its rhythmic construction. When analyzing musical art It was about the existence of an important connection composer - performer. In choreography, this connection becomes much more complicated, because the figure of the choreographer appears between the composer and the performer. It is this "triple union" that makes choreography an art form.

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Pros and cons of the profession choreographer Advantages: working in the field of arts, a person has the opportunity to get acquainted with interesting creative people. A professional dancer will be able to earn money in any country, even without knowing the local language; constant motivation and achievement of new goals. Unlike office professions, the work of a choreographer can hardly be called boring and routine; always in great shape. To perform his work, a dancer needs to hone his skills daily, and it is not at all necessary to attend special classes. A professional choreographer, due to his activities, simply will not be able to gain excess weight; profession associated with touring different countries and continents. True, only professional teams achieve this; ideal job for people who are active life position, like to rivet the views of the audience; opportunity to develop your own school.

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Disadvantages: the profession is associated with the risk of injury; daily rehearsals, productions, performances take a lot of energy. Young people need to be prepared to attend master classes and learn new dance styles; it’s quite difficult to shine on stage after 35 years, and although you can work as a choreographer for longer, no one is immune from psychological experiences and depression; often all the personal time of the choreographer is devoted to work, which can cause problems with personal life.

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Types of professions "Man - nature" "Man - technology" "Man - man" "Man - sign system" "Man - artistic image» want can need

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Activities of the choreographer Work in dance groups Functions of a teacher, teacher - writer, tutor, director Participation of the group in concerts, competitions Preparation in the field of choreography Must know the theory and history of music, scenography, costume Working conditions Work in the evening Work on weekends and holidays

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Areas of application School of Arts Orphanages of creativity Palace of Culture Amateur groups, Required Qualities Artistry Energetic Willpower Organizational skills Artistic taste High communicative culture Emotionality

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According to the results of the survey, the profession of a choreographer is currently very common, since for a sufficiently long period there was a high demand for specialists in this field among employers. This area needed and continues to need specialists.