MONDAY BYTES — March 9, 2015
What kind of feedback on your work (artistic or otherwise) has been the most useful? What was it that made it helpful?And when has feedback you’ve gotten been not helpful (even though it may have been well-intentioned or — maybe you realized afterwards — spot on accurate)?
I’m just back from the Reflective Conservatoire Conference and one highlight was an inspiring keynote by choreographer Liz Lerman on her Critical Response Process. I’ve been a longtime fan, but it was great to get a fresh sense of the nuances of her work.
The process is designed to ensure that the feedback given is genuinely helpful and delivered in such a way that the maker can be excited about getting back to work (as opposed to being demoralized or confused by the input).Here’s a shorthand outline of how it works, but get the booklet detailing the process so you can feel confident using it with your students, colleagues, family, and friends.
And if you haven’t seen an example of Liz’s work with musicians, she’s the choreographer who helped create the music and movement version of Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun with the University of Maryland Orchestra. Watch the video (12:53) and hear the piece brand new.
Question for the week: What kind of feedback on your career advancement would help you the most?For info on working with me: details are HERE.
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