Author: Diane Jarmolow Publisher: ISBN: 9780983526100 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 320
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With this one-of-a-kind book, dance instructors will develop the confidence and professionalism to quickly and easily go from being a good teacher to a great one, and gain the skills needed to skyrocket their careers.
Author: Norman Dorothy Publisher: Read Books Ltd ISBN: 1447484398 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 116
Book Description
This early work by dance instructor Dorothy Norman Cropper is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the fundamentals of ballroom dancing and body mechanics but also outlines other aspects of the art such as etiquette and organising classes. This fascinating work is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in the techniques of ballroom dancing and its various styles. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author: James Joseph Publisher: Bluechip Publishers ISBN: 9780930251444 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 150
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"This book is an insider's guide to ballroom dancing. It's for non-dancers, newbies and beginners. Whether you fear dance or can't dance or hate to dance, or whether you've finished dance classes more confused than when you started, this book has the tools a guy needs to know to make his parter happy. (Ladies, despite the title, this book will help you too)-- Back cover.
Author: Diane Jarmolow Publisher: ISBN: 9780615455471 Category : Languages : en Pages : 190
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Extraordinary, yet simple, training that provides the information ballroom dance teachers and students have been searching for. It is accessible to all ballroom dancers, using simple exercises with fun names.
Author: Richard Powers Publisher: Redowa Press ISBN: 0982799543 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 269
Book Description
In the 85 chapters of this guidebook, you will find many ideas about waltzing, dancing, and living. Dance descriptions and tips to improve your dancing are accompanied by down-to-earth ways to find greater fulfillment in your dancing and in your life. 25 different kinds of waltz are completely described, including: cross-step waltz, Viennese waltz, box step waltz, rotary waltz, polka, schottische, redowa, mazurka, hambo, zwiefacher, and more. In addition, you will find 85 waltz variations completely described, and a concise compendium of an additional hundred variations, accompanied by 50 illustrations of waltzing through the ages. Then beyond waltzing, much of this book applies to all forms of social ballroom dancing. You'll learn how you can be a better dance partner, how to develop your style and musicality, how to improvise more confidently, how to learn new dances by observation, and how to create your own social dance variations. You'll also learn about the many ways that the practice of social dancing can enrich our lives. Drawing on the latest research in social psychology, Waltzing includes chapters on the essential benefits of: music, physical activity, connection, play, mindfulness, acceptance, conditional learning, and many other topics.
Author: Keyna Paul Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK ISBN: 9781785210624 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 0
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Dance has increased in popularity as a leisure activity during the past decade. It has now moved beyond the preserve of the young and fit and is gaining recognition as a way for everyone to gain and maintain physical health including losing weight, maintaining strong bones and improving posture and balance. In addition there is growing agreement that it offers a sense of wellbeing, through endorphin release, increased confidence and socialisation. According to the n's website more than 4.8 million people regularly attend community dance groups each year in England. Many more adults however would like to attend dance classes but do not for many reasons, including confusion about different styles and fear of looking foolish.
Author: Elizabeth Aldrich Publisher: Northwestern University Press ISBN: 9780810109131 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 254
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During the 1800s, dance and etiquette manuals provided ordinary men and women with the keys to becoming gentlemen and ladies--and thus advancing in society. Why dance? To the insecure and status-oriented upper middle class, the ballroom embodied the perfect setting in which to demonstrate one's fitness for membership in genteel society. From the Ballroom to Hell collects over 100 little-known excerpts from dance, etiquette, beauty, and fashion manuals from the nineteenth century. Included are instructions for performing various dances, as well as musical scores, costume patterns, and the proper way to hold one's posture, fork, gloves, and fan. While of particular interest to dancers, dance historians, and choreographers, anyone fascinated by the ways and mores of the period will find From the Ballroom to Hell an endearing and informative glimpse of America's past.
Author: Janet Cunningham-Clayton Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 1785005987 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 475
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Ballroom dancing has become an increasingly popular pastime for all ages, inspired in recent years by reality TV dance programmes throughout the world. As one of the most inclusive dance genres, it offers both a social and competitive outlet for every ability. The Essential Guide to Ballroom Dance offers a comprehensive study of the main ballroom dance styles, including the Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep and Tango. Topics covered include a brief history and development of ballroom dancing; a beginner's guide to partnerships, positioning and footwork; dance-specific techniques, steps and routines; the mechanics, application and fundamentals of movement; musicality and choreography and, finally, exercises, diet and nutrition. With clear step-by-step instructions, 150 colour photographs, and a foreword by Anton Du Beke, this is an ideal companion for the beginner ballroom dancer. Janet Cunningham-Clayton is a former Senior British Ballroom Champion and has over twenty-five years of dancing experience, and Malcolm Fernandes has over thirty years experience in the ballroom dance industry with a particular specialism in music.
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