eurhythmics

or eu·ryth·mics

[ yoo-rith-miks, yuh- ]

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. the art of interpreting in bodily movements the rhythm of musical compositions: applied to a method invented by Emile Jaques-Dalcroze, a Swiss composer, aiming to develop the sense of rhythm and symmetry.

eurhythmics

/ juːˈrɪðmɪks /

noun

1. a system of training through physical movement to music, originally taught by Émile Jaques-Dalcroze, to develop grace and musical understanding
2. dancing of this style, expressing the rhythm and spirit of the music through body movements

Word History and Origins

Origin of eurhythmics¹

First recorded in 1910–15; eurhythmic, -ics

Example Sentences

Eurhythmics for young children: Six lessons for fall.

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A pathway to Dalcroze eurhythmics.

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Rhythm and movement: Applications of Dalcroze eurhythmics.

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Dalcroze eurhythmics in today’s music classroom.

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Eurhythmics awakens the physical, aural, and visual images of music in the mind.

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