Trace Element(s)

MOVEMENT MEDITATIONS & MEDITATIONS ON MOVEMENT

Dance is one of the most fundamental forms of human expression, yet we surprisingly struggle to discuss the subtleties of movement. In this study, I aimed to create a series of metaphorical and experiential multimedia interdisciplinary exercises that would guide participants through a wide range of energetic states. Through these exercises, I aimed to capture, communicate, and express the intangible aspects of live performance that are often lost in video, labanotation, or other recording methods.

Our current notation systems are insufficient in recording the element of energy (also known as effort or dynamics), and we lack a comprehensive vocabulary to record and discuss all of the basic principles of motion. By sharing the passion and beauty of movement through this interdisciplinary experience, I hope to contribute to a better understanding and appreciation of dance.

Trace Element(s) Chris Harris 2018

This section includes movement meditations and artworks created to support, describe, and record my experience with the element. These multidiciplinary works are presented under these headings:

Earth - I am - Body - Pressure

Water - I feel - Emotion - tension

Fire - I do - Action - energy

Air - I love - Breath - volume

Sound - I hear/speak - Ears/voice - resonance

Sight - I see - Eyes - light

Thought - I understand/think - Mind - imagination

Please join me in the gallery on the First and Second Weekends in November.
6-9pm on First Friday November 3rd, and Saturday November 4th.
And 6-9pm the following weekend Friday November 10 and Second Saturday November 11th.

If you are interested in attending classes to experience the movement meditations shared, classes will be held on Sunday November 5th and Sunday Novemeber 12th.