Dance Notation

Dance notation is the symbolic representation of dance movement. It is analogous to movement notation but can be limited to representing human movement and specific forms of dance such as Tap dance. Various methods have been used to visually represent dance movements including:

  • Abstract symbols
  • Figurative representation
  • Track or path mapping
  • Numerical systems
  • Music notation
  • Graphic notation
  • Letter and word notations

Read more about Dance Notation:  Usage, History, Notation and Computers

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