Martha Graham: The Evolution of Her Dance Theory and Training, 1926-1991 [Paperback]

Marian Horosko (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1991

One of the most celebrated and controversial choreographers of the 20th century, Martha Graham has become synonymous with modern dance. She danced until she was 75 and continued to choreograph new works and tour with her company until her death at the age of 96. Here is the first book to trace the development of her technique. 30 photographs.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Horosko, a former ballerina and current education editor for Dance Magazine , compiled these brief reminiscences by Graham's students and company members, many of whom are mentioned by Graham in her recent autobiography Blood Memory ( LJ 8/91). Anna Sokolow, Sophie Maslow, Jane Dudley, Erick Hawkins, and John Butler, among others, became important artists, teachers, and choreographers in their own right and, as such, provide unique insights into Graham's movement theories and teaching techniques. Modern dance students and teachers will be especially pleased with the precise physical descriptions of specific Graham contractions and falls, and the syllabus of Graham movements. Recommended for performing arts libraries.
- Sheila Riley, Smithsonian Inst. Libs., Washington,
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: A Cappella Books (October 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556521413
• ISBN-13: 978-1556521416
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,880,656 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)