Dance
4 total works
What is the Turkey Trot? How have tap shoes changed over time? Why was Vaudeville so influential? Tap and Jazz provides a detailed look at the development of tap and jazz dance from its origins in African and Irish dances to street fusion jazz and modern tap companies such as Tap Dogs today. The book looks at how the choreography and improvisation differs from other styles of dance. It takes a close look at the specific costumes and make-up used in tap and jazz and its development in the movies.
Dance Pack A of 7
by Andrew Solway, Susie Hodge, Tamsin Fitzgerald, Jane Bingham, and Nikki Gamble
Published 21 August 2008
This series looks at all aspects of different styles of dance. Includes choreography, performance and presentation, history, costumes, and music. Offers a cultural perspective on dance.
This series looks at all aspects of different styles of dance. Includes choreography, performance and presentation, history, costumes, and music. Offers a cultural perspective on dance.
Why was the waltz once thought to be a shocking dance? How did the lindy hop get its name? What is the paso doble? Latin and Ballroom provides a detailed look at the development of Latin and ballroom dancing, from the earliest social dances to the competitions and flamboyant shows of today. The book looks at how the choreography and improvisation differ from other styles of dance, and explores the part played by costumes and make-up. There is also advice on how to become a Latin or ballroom dancer.