Physical Expression and the Performing ArtistJerald C. SchwiebertLabel: The University of Michigan PressDescription: All performers know that tuning up the body is necessary to maximize performance. A person's mannerisms habitual patterns of movement and posture can block the capacity for expression often without the performer even noticing. Physical Expression and the Performing Artist offers an organized approach to movement for actors conductors dancers singers musicians---for performers of any kind. Capturing the energy of the popular workshops presented by master movement teacher Jerald Schwiebert the book draws from the wisdom of hatha yoga tai chi and Pilates as well as from the teachings of Stanislavski Structural Integration (Rolfing) Alexander Feldenkrais and Laban to provide a fresh and accessible approach to movement. More than 300 anatomical drawings help readers pinpoint specific muscles joints and actions as they explore the capacity of the performer's physical instrument the components of dynamic movement and the anatomy of expression. The book's many detailed exercises bring awareness of habitual and inefficient movement and introduce the steps necessary for more efficient movement patterns in all parts of the body. This book will prove indispensable in movement courses and as a resource guide for professionals seeking to take their performances to the next level.
