Using Hieroglyphics

Using Hieroglyphics

Submitted by Ray Cook - July 17, 2000

I recently notated "Legacy" for the Cloud Gate Dance Company. One section involves a long "rope" used to carry off a dead body that is facing down. When the Labanotation is laid out across five staffs it is very difficult to visualize. I find that adding a drawing like the following gives a quick, easy and clear reference.