Transition Transitions are needed when movements and dance phrases are connected. Transitions should work toward the intent of the dance composition by connecting the movements and dance phrases in a meaningful way. Transitional movements should promote continuity. When all the parts work together to contribute to the whole dance, there is unity. Every movement, no matter how brief, should work toward the intent of the composition.
Unity is achieved when the removal of any portion of the composition damages the whole dance.
Most secondary students will only begin to create dance compositions showing unity. Variety Variety within a dance composition can engage and hold an audience's interest. Motif Description Motif Description is a symbol system which notates the outline of movement. Motif Description, developed by V. Preston-Dunlop, is based on Labanotation. Symbols are written in columns and read from the bottom upwards, left to right.