[Verse 1] When you're writing movement down in Labanotation way There's more than just direction that your symbols need to say The quality of effort makes each gesture come alive Two special little marks will help your notation thrive [Chorus] Small marks alongside, that's where they go Effort symbols tell us how the movement flows Small marks alongside, easy to see Quality indicators for you and me [Verse 2] Each factor has a symbol, it's a tiny little sign You place it right beside the move to make the meaning shine Not inside the symbol but right next to what you write These effort marks will make your notation clear and bright [Chorus] Small marks alongside, that's where they go Effort symbols tell us how the movement flows Small marks alongside, easy to see Quality indicators for you and me [Bridge] Strong or light, the force you bring Fast or slow, time's offering Every movement has its way Effort symbols show the day [Verse 3] Two symbols you'll be learning as we start this journey here They modify the movement and make the meaning clear Remember placement matters, keep them close but not inside Let these effort symbols be your faithful notation guide [Chorus] Small marks alongside, that's where they go Effort symbols tell us how the movement flows Small marks alongside, easy to see Quality indicators for you and me [Outro] Quality and movement dancing hand in hand With effort symbols helping us understand
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