BALLROOM DANCE The ballroom dance was created by the People's Artist of the USSR Bibisara Beishenaliev based on the folk Kyrgyz movement style to the music of S. Germanov. The dance consists of two figures, performed over sixteen measures. The musical meter is 2/4.
KYRGYZ BALL DANCES. “ZHASHTYK” (YOUTH) The dance is based on Kyrgyz folk movements and is designed for a wide range of youth. The content of the dance and the music correspond to the character of the dance composition. The dance should be performed lively and energetically, with enthusiasm and temperament. The music consists of two parts — 12 measures, with the repetition of the second part making a total of 16 measures. The dance has four figures, each figure occupies four measures of musical
DANCE OF THE COTTON-PICKING GIRL (BIYI OF THE COTTON GIRL) The dance of Kyrgyz cotton-picking girls is based on a combination of individual elements of the labor process of cotton harvesting and the movements of cheerful girls. It is designed for three performers and should be performed energetically and with a hint of playfulness. The elaborate dance composition consists of three parts: the first is lively and cheerful, the second is prolonged and lyrical, and the third is a spirited finale.
IN THE MOUNTAINS OF ALA-TOO (ALA-TOODO) The proposed stage version of the dance was created by choreographer U. Sarbagishev to the music of composers A. Maldybaev and M. Abdrayev. It consists of three parts: a temperamental fast section performed by young men, a lyrical moderate section performed by young women, and a general dance of girls and boys. The musical meter of the first and third parts is 2/2, and the second part is 4/4.
“Komuzchu” The Kyrgyz youth dance “Komuzchu” is usually performed at musical evenings for young people. Young men come out to perform the komuzchu. Attracted by the familiar melody of the komuz, the girls appear as well. Everyone gets involved in the dance. There is always a couple among the dancers that dances better than the rest. And so, among their friends, who form a circle, this couple showcases their skills.
Besh - Yrgai A youth dance accompanied by a song. It tells about the life of young people, about a new life where women are not bound by the laws of antiquity. It is performed to a song and an orchestra of komuz players in even pairs. It can also be performed to a recording or accompanied by a piano. The dance was choreographed by N. Tugelov, with musical arrangement by P. Shubin. Costumes of the Performers
THE FLIRTATIOUS GIRL (KYIALDUU KYZ) The Kyrgyz youth dance "The Flirtatious Girl" is performed by a girl and a young man. In creating this dance, the choreographer used elements from the national game "Achakei-jumakei," which is widely popular among Kyrgyz youth. Two players take turns throwing the "alchik." If the alchik lands correctly, the player bends two fingers of their left hand; otherwise, they bend one finger. The count goes up to ten throws. The loser
KYRGYZ LYRICAL DANCE (KYRGYZDYN NAZIK BIYI) The Kyrgyz lyrical dance is a solo dance performed by one dancer. Its heroine is a lively, cheerful girl, and the movements of the dance combine depictions of labor processes and elements of folk games (horse riding). The dance consists of three parts. The movements are performed energetically and vivaciously, yet playfully and flirtatiously. In the first part of the dance, special attention should be paid to the changes in hand positions, especially
Body, Shoulders, Head in Kyrgyz Dance In Kyrgyz women's dance, the dancer's body is free, calm, and straight. The body can be gently turned in movement, and can be slightly tilted forward or to the sides. Turns and changes of position are made softly, smoothly, without jerks. At the same time, quick and sharp turns can occur in women's Kyrgyz dance, especially in a game like "Kyz Kuu May" ("Catch the Girl"), where the girl is as agile as the young man. In
Movements of Girls' Hands in Folk Dance Movement 1. Soft Rotational Movements of the Wrists Away from the Body. Starting position. Hands in a "lowered" 2nd position, elbows relaxed, wrists free, fingers pointing down. During the dance, raise the wrists, then turn them forward, bringing the palms towards oneself, fingers pointing forward. The rotation is performed quickly but softly. The wrists describe a complete small circle. This rotational movement of the wrists can be
Hand Positions in Dance In discussing some of the most characteristic movements of Kyrgyz dance, we emphasize that the movements for women and men are different. First, let’s talk about hand positions. Starting Position
Costumes for Kyrgyz Dance We have already discussed the close interconnection between the dance folklore of Kyrgyzstan and the mastery of classical ballet, and today the process of mutual influence between folk and stage choreography continues. It is particularly important to emphasize the breadth and diversity of themes and plots embodied by choreographers, the expansion of dance vocabulary, and the understanding of the experiences of the cultures of the fraternal peoples of the USSR and
The Spread of Choreographic Art A deep interest in the art of choreography has given rise to new forms—creative associations of dance enthusiasts. The experience of Novosibirsk's "Terpsichore" is well known—a club for lovers of choreographic art, whose members not only study the art of dance practically but also hold various meetings with artists from Soviet and foreign ballet theaters, leading choreographers-folklorists, musicians, and artists. Here, important and interesting
The Art of Dancing The process of recreating the Kyrgyz folk dance continues today. The lack of qualified resources for studying Kyrgyz dance and the ongoing process of accumulating and mastering dance elements presents significant challenges for choreographers and folk dance enthusiasts. At the same time, there is an intensive enrichment of the dance "vocabulary." Here, cinema and television play an active role, along with creative exchanges between artists and participants of
Promoter of Professional Classical Ballet in the Republic Bibisara Beishenalieva The twentieth century brought ballroom dance, enriched with new forms and sharp rhythms, which undeniably experienced the influence of numerous folk musical and dance cultures. Tango, foxtrot (slow and fast), Charleston, and rumba gained immense popularity. By the mid-twentieth century, the most fashionable dances became "rock and roll" and "twist," which literally flooded dance floors and
Ballroom dance is one of the types of choreographic art Speaking about folk and stage dances, it is necessary to mention the art that is accessible to everyone and loved by many — modern ballroom dance. This is one of the most popular forms of choreographic art, the history of which goes back centuries. Many of the dances have undergone a complex path of evolution, experiencing amazing metamorphoses. Born as folk dances performed by the people, like the minuet — a dance of the rural
Diverse Forms of Kyrgyz Dance Construction In the republic, many creative collectives have emerged, interestingly exploring the field of choreographic folklore and gaining recognition. Among them are the winners of the Lenin Komsomol Prize, the folk ensemble "Voiz Salkyn" at the House of Culture of the Ak-Suu District of the Issyk-Kul Region, and the folk dance ensemble at the House of Culture of the electric lamp factory in the city of Maili-Sai, as well as the laureate of
Folk Dance Ensemble Choreographers of different generations actively implement the creative experience of the first choreographers in their practical activities, successfully mastering the achievements of Soviet choreographic culture. In this direction, both professional and amateur groups in the republic are actively searching. Among them, a special place belongs to the folk dance ensemble of the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz Philharmonic.
The Folk-Stage Style of Kyrgyz Choreography Dance enthusiasts can learn a lot and find interesting and educational insights when getting acquainted with dance scenes and performances in opera productions. The round dance in the opera "Altyn kokul" ("Golden Chub") by M. Raukhverger, games, round dances, and youth dances in M. Abdrayev's opera "Oldzhobai and Kishimzhan," youth dances and games based on ritual songs "Shyryldats" and
Mutual Influences of Folk and Stage Choreographic Cultures In the first Kyrgyz ballet "Anar" by V. Vlasov and V. Fere, which premiered on November 7, 1940, at the Kyrgyz State Musical Theater in Frunze, the director N. Kholfin and choreographer V. Kozlov organically linked the stage national dance with game elements. Various youth games of the Kyrgyz were widely represented in the performance, especially in the first act of the ballet, in the games in the forest and at the
Kyrgyz Folk Dance Art We have already mentioned the games and entertainments that became the foundation for the creation of folk-stage Kyrgyz dances. Popular in Kyrgyz ails were "Kyz-oyun" — girls' games. They were organized on the occasion of engagements and weddings. These took place in the bride's ail, but friends of the groom could also participate. The participants of the girls' game "Tokmok" were required not only to be agile in their movements but also
Search for Folk Dance In the folk music of the Kyrgyz, "there are many playful, cheerful songs, dance melodies, humorous and comic images." This dance element is particularly vividly expressed in the art of Kyrgyz instrumental musicians, manaschi, in the mimicry and expressive movements of folk entertainers — kuu-duldar, and in various games. The names of traditional kyuu, composed by musicians and passed down from generation to generation, allow us to speak about the character of