Modern+Dance

Modern Dance =Modern Dance by Andrew Solway = Chicago,Illinois, Heinemann Library,2009 

**__Summary/Description__:** This book covers anything from the history of modern dance to different techniques. Also included are biographies of the original creators of the style of dance. Beginning with the break away from ballet, the book continues on to the different stages such as post-modern and modern dance today.  Displayed among the text are pictures of some performances.Captions are provided to assist the reader on their journey through the book. Many styles and techniques are also included along with facts, and costume planning. //Modern Dance// gives the reader an insightful look to the world of dance.The book also discusses the use of various props and partner steps to really capture the audience in the performance of the show. The book begins with an explanation of the movements these dancers use to portray the emotions they are feeling. I thought it was a very information and intriguing.

__**Beyond the Book**__: Go beyond the book by exploring these recommended web resources:
 * [|Modern Dance] This link is a short summary of modern dance.Characteristics are added to this informational link and a small paragraph about Martha Graham.
 * [|Biography-founders] This link gives brief descriptions of the lives of a few of the founders of the dance. A picture of each artist is included. They also give their opinion of the style of dance is added too.
 * [|Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation] This link is to the Isadora Duncan website. For informational on her life suggested is the 'about Isadora Duncan" tab. Pictures are provided and her influence on the arts. Also provided is articles about her foundation and dance company.
 * [|Loie Fuller-muses of modern dance] This link includes a picture of the muse and discusses the impact she had on those around her then and how it continues in the current times.
 * [|History of dance] This link gives a detailed history of modern dance. Along with modern dance the reader is also provided with information on all different types of dance for additional information on the basics of this dance consider looking at the ballet tab on the side bar.
 * [|NY Times celebration of Modern Dance] This link is a celebration by the NY Times of modern dance. It discusses a small amount of the history and gives their overall opinion. I found this very information and quite insightful to the new found world of modern and postmodern dance.