Michael Joviala and Dawn Pratson are the core members of Loco Motors, an improvising group which weaves together the separate ecologies of somatic awareness, Dalcroze eurhythmics and the jazz tradition of open-form improvisation, sometimes known as ‘free jazz’. In this online workshop, musicians will experiment with techniques to create music for improvised movement, in such specific ways as going with/going against; resisting/accepting; leading/following; supporting/countering; beginning and ending. This is an immersive, participatory workshop in which all instruments are welcome. Workshop-goers will participate both as musicians and movers. No experience necessary, just an open mind, body and spirit!
DSA Members: $10
Non-members: $20
Biographies
Michael Joviala is an improviser, composer and teacher who lives in Brooklyn, New York. In 2021, he earned the diplôme supérieur from the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze. He directs the Dalcroze Program at the Lucy Moses School in New York City, and teaches at the Diller-Quaile School of Music, Columbia University and the Dalcroze School of the Rockies Dalcroze Academy. Michael also created and directs the group Locomotors, an improvising ensemble for music and movement, inspired by the practices of Dalcroze and the tradition of free jazz.
Dawn Pratson is an interdisciplinary artist – dancer, choreographer, musician – and educator, with a background in creative arts in therapy. She earned her Dalcroze License and Certificate from the Longy School of Music of Bard College under Lisa Parker and Anne Farber. Dawn was on the faculty of the Longy Dalcroze programs from 1997 until 2015, and currently teaches for the Dalcroze School of the Rockies Dalcroze Academy. More info at https://dawnpratson.com.