Audience Quote by Agnes de Mille
“When I dance I am really meditating rather then performing for an audience. I am completely absorbed by the music and the steps I choose to respond to the music.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Dance Magazine, 1955
Describes dancing as meditation, fully immersed in music and movement.
In simple terms: Dancing is a meditative, immersive practice.
Key Takeaway
Use dance as a mindfulness tool.
Themes
mindfulness
art
expression
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
artistic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal practice
- teaching
- performance
Key Concepts
embodiment
flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How can others experience this immersion?
- What does “meditation” mean in movement?
A Different Perspective
May not translate to non‑dancers.
