Question

Which 1st generation modern dancer is known for her fall/recovery technique, experimentation with music visualization, and her marriage to dancer Charles Weidman?
A. Pearl Primus
B. Katherine Dunham
C. Ruth St. Denis
D. Doris Humphrey

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Doris Humphrey came out of the Denishawn School and is known as one of the "pioneers" of modern dance. Her and Charles Weidman developed "fall and recovery" technique. This dance technique lmakes those studying it to be proficient in balancing and ceding to the pull of gravity. The Humphrey-Weidman Dance Company was started and was interested in group dynamics and choreographed many dances that highlighted the group instead of soloists. She equally worked with music visualization.

Answer 2

Answer:
D. Doris Humphrey