[Verse 1]
When you see those symbols dancing on the page
Don't get overwhelmed, take it stage by stage
Start with the support, that's where feet will go
Weight shifts and stepping, that's the first to know
Look for those thick lines in the center space
They show which foot carries all your body's weight
Left side and right side, read them from below
Step by step ascending, watch your movement grow
[Chorus]
Layer by layer, build it up slow
Support then gestures, that's the way to go
Arms come after, body follows through
Head and dynamics, relationship too
Read it like a story, bottom to the top
Layer by layer, never gonna stop
[Verse 2]
Once you've got the footwork solid in your mind
Add the leg gestures, leaving none behind
Thin lines show the reaching, kicking, lifting high
While the thick support keeps your balance nigh
Then the arms join in with their graceful flow
Direction and level, high and middle low
Each limb has its column, each its own clear space
Reading left to right across the movement phrase
[Chorus]
Layer by layer, build it up slow
Support then gestures, that's the way to go
Arms come after, body follows through
Head and dynamics, relationship too
Read it like a story, bottom to the top
Layer by layer, never gonna stop
[Bridge]
Body bends and twists now, head begins to turn
Every symbol matters, every mark you'll learn
Dynamics add the flavor, soft or sharp and strong
Relationship with others helps you move along
[Verse 3]
Don't try to read it all at once my friend
Break it into layers, that's how masters blend
Start with just the feet, then add piece by piece
Soon you'll read the whole score with complete ease
[Final Chorus]
Layer by layer, build it up slow
Support then gestures, that's the way to go
Arms come after, body follows through
Head and dynamics, relationship too
Read it like a story, bottom to the top
Layer by layer, you'll never stop
[Outro]
From support to gestures, arms and body too
Layer reading strategy will see you through
Step by step ascending, symbol after symbol
Labanotation reading made so simple