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100 1 _aGallini, Giovanni-Andrea,
_d1728-1805
245 1 2 _aA Treatise on the Art of Dancing
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2008-02-19
508 _aProduced by Louise Hope, David Starner, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress)
520 _a"A Treatise on the Art of Dancing" by Giovanni-Andrea Gallini is a detailed exploration of the principles and techniques associated with the art of dancing, likely written in the 18th century. The work delves into various aspects of dance, from its historical significance to its technical execution, aiming to elevate the understanding and appreciation of dance as a serious artistic endeavor. Gallini’s treatise serves not only as an educational manual for dancers but also as a philosophical reflection on the cultural importance of dance throughout history. The opening of the treatise begins with an acknowledgment of the challenges faced by a dancing master in advocating for the art, emphasizing gratitude and the desire for recognition within the field. Gallini then discusses the relished practice of dance in ancient cultures, particularly among the Greeks and Romans, who incorporated it into religious rituals and public celebrations. The text asserts that dancing is an expression of joy and vitality, exploring both the physical grace required and the intellectual understanding necessary to execute dance effectively. Gallini establishes a foundation for the remaining discussions, which will take a closer look at different dance styles, techniques, and the cultural ethos surrounding the art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTheater -- History
653 _aDance -- Early works to 1800
653 _aDance -- History -- Early works to 1800
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24643
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