The Eurhythmics of Jaques-Dalcroze by Émile Jaques-Dalcroze
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"The Eurhythmics of Jaques-Dalcroze" by Émile Jaques-Dalcroze is a scientific publication written during the early 20th century. The book explores the innovative educational method known as Eurhythmics, which combines movement and music to develop rhythmical understanding, physical coordination, and expressive ability in students. It serves as both a theoretical exposition and a practical guide to implementing this unique approach in educational settings. In this work, Jaques-Dalcroze outlines the principles and practices of
his method, emphasizing the importance of rhythm in education, not only for musicians but for all aspects of learning. Through a blend of rhythmic gymnastics, ear training, and improvisation, he advocates for a holistic approach to education that nurtures the mind and body in harmony. The book details exercises designed to enhance students' physical awareness and musicality, fostering a creative and expressive environment. Additionally, it illustrates the beneficial effects of rhythmic education on overall human development, thereby aiming to reconnect individuals with their innate ability to express and experience the arts through bodily movement and rhythmic understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jaques-Dalcroze, Émile, 1865-1950 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Eurhythmics of Jaques-Dalcroze |
| Credits |
Produced by David Newman, V. L. Simpson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | MT: Music: Musical instruction and study, Composition |
| Subject | Music -- Instruction and study |
| Subject | Eurythmics |
| Subject | Musical meter and rhythm |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21653 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 752 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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