Briana Ashley Stuart

Stepping

This workshop immerses students in the rich and
powerful culture, movement and intensity of Stepping, a highly energetic African-American form
of body percussion. Steppers utilize their body as an instrument to create intricate rhythms and
sounds with one’s’ hands, feet and voice. They are both musicians and dancers who perform
and move with great strength and intensity that challenges the mind, body and spirit. Strong
emphasis will be placed on stepping technique, movement execution as a group and the cultural
expression of stepping. Overall, the workshop will emphasize moving and creating music
together, and the importance of the emergence of stepping within African American history and
culture

Contemporary Dance

This workshop focuses on developing a movement quality that is both fluid and grounded, emphasizing the connection between flow and strength. Participants will explore the principles of dynamic movement and initiations, discovering how to harness energy and momentum to create expressive and powerful performances. Through a series of exercises and improvisational techniques, dancers will enhance their ability to move with grace and intention, exploring the full range of their physicality. Open to dancers of all levels, this workshop invites you to deepen your understanding of contemporary dance and unlock your creative potential in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Voice & Rhythm

This workshop will explore individual and collective expression through rhythm by using our
voices and body percussion. This dynamic workshop is designed for anyone interested in
enhancing your musicality and creativity and discovering how to use their voice in rhythm, play,
and song. We will dive into collective improvisation techniques, percussive sequences, and
vocal activities that allow us to create and be the rhythms within and around us and we’ll explore
techniques from various traditions, including call-and-response, and vocal improvisation, to help
you develop a strong sense of rhythm and timing.

Rhythm & Play

This interactive workshop is perfect for dancers,
musicians, and rhythm enthusiasts of all levels, offering an opportunity to enhance your
musicality and sense of rhythm through engaging activities. We will celebrate the rich tradition of rhythm games within the African American community and explore these cultural traditions
and rhythm-based exercises that improve your timing, coordination, and musical phrasing using
your body as an instrument while learning foundational percussive dance techniques, to create
your own rhythmic expressions.

Body Percussion

This workshop explores the art of creating
music using only your body! This workshop is open to participants of all skill levels and is perfect
for anyone interested in rhythm and movement. You’ll learn how to produce a variety of sounds
using your hands, feet, and entire body, transforming yourself into a human instrument. We’ll
cover techniques such as clapping, stomping, snapping, and patting, as well as combining these
elements to create dynamic rhythmic patterns. Through engaging exercises and group activities,
you’ll develop your sense of timing, coordination, and musicality.

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Rhythm & Flow

This workshop blends the precision of body percussion with the fluidity of contemporary dance to create a dynamic and expressive new form of expression. Students will benefit from improved coordination, rhythm, and musicality,
while also developing their ability to express emotion and tell stories through movement. This workshop will empower you to explore new ways of moving and connecting with your body and music while allowing you to experience the thrill of combining precise percussive rhythms with the expansive
movements of contemporary dance.