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Musical Improv Games - Flock of Birds

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Good for:

Getting everyone moving.  Leading and following. Using the body.

Method:

  • Players form a 'clump' (a loose group) on stage facing front
  • A title for the piece can be suggested
  • The music begins
  • Whoever is at the front is the 'dance captain'
  • Everyone else copies their movement
  • At any time the dance captain can turn on the spot to face a different direction
  • Everyone turns and whoever is now at the front is the new dance captain
  • Continue!

Tips:

  • How can you play with the mechanics of the format?
  • Try to be imaginative and get the group to go along with you
  • Just like a flock of birds there will be moments of chaos and moments of synchronicity
  • If you are stuck in the middle - burst through and take the lead
  • If you are always taking the lead try to melt into the middle
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