Lester Horton

Lester Horton (1906 – 1953) American dancer, choreographer, and teacher.

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1906 - 1953 - Dancer - Choreographer

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Choosing to work in California (three thousand miles away from the center of modern dance - New York), Horton developed his own approach that incorporated diverse elements including Native American dances and modern Jazz. Horton's dance technique (Lester Horton Technique) emphasises a whole body approach including; flexibility, strength, coordination, and body awareness to allow freedom of expression.

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California - Native American - Jazz

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