1. Tap Dance Homepage The tap dance Homepage aims to collect a variety of resources for tap dancers and tap dance fans. It includes an event calendar, supplies http://www.tapdance.org/

URL: http://www.tapdance.org/ SEARCH: use the Web search form Translate using Altavista's Babelfish service EVENTS: Tap Dance Calendar Special Events Places to Tap Discussion Areas! REFERENCE: Who's Who in Tap Tap in Film Tap on Video Sounds of Tap ... Trivia and Activism SUPPORT: Tap Dance News Supplies (Shoes, etc.) Search Subscribe ... Author's Page Finding Information on Tap Join the Mailing List! The Tap Dance Homepage isn't the only Internet resource covering tap dance. TAP-JAZZ is an active email discussion list originating from world.std.com (not me.) Learn how to subscribe! Search this site using a keyword search form Search the TAP-JAZZ archive Instructions for searching tap topics previously discussed there. Looking for step descriptions, studios in a particular town, shoe info, teaching techniques? This is the spot for researching. Don't forget to visit the discussion boards REFERENCE: HOME Who's Who in Tap Tap Films Tap Videos ... Trivia and Activism EVENTS: Tap Dance Calendar Special Events Places to Tap Discussion Areas SUPPORT: Tap Dance News Intern. Tap Assoc.

2. Vance's Fantastic Tap Dance Dictionary A complete glossary of tap dance, including names of steps and combinations, and descriptions of the movements associated with tapping. tap dance Dictionary. Visit Vance's. tap dance. History Pages http://www.theatredance.com/dictionary.html

TheatreDance.com Tap Dance Dictionary Visit Vance's Tap Dance ... Tap Cafe Everything on Tap! VanceHolmes.com Vance's Fantastic Tap Dance Dictionary Edited by Vance Holmes Modern Tap Dance has its own colorful and unique language which provides a wealth of clues to the history and nature of percussive dance in America. BROWSE VANCE'S FANTASTIC GLOSSARY OF TAP DANCE TERMINOLOGY [ A-B ] [ C - E ] [ F - N ] [ O - Sp ] ... [ Sq - Z ] More TheatreDance Dictionaries Classical Ballet Dictionary Dictionary of Music The Hipster's Swing Dictionary TheatreDance Home Page Site Design by TheatreDance Web Design Contact Vance Holmes The purely American art form of Tap Dance was originally associated with the names Thomas Rice, Barney Fagan and Master Juba. William Henry Lane was known as Master Juba and the "Juba dance" also known as "Pattin' Juba" was a mix of European Jig, Reel Steps, Clog and African Rhythms and became popular around 1845. This was, some say, the creation of Tap in America as a theatrical art form and American Jazz dance. Tap dancing started with the Africans in early America who would beat out rhythms in their dances with brushing and shuffling movements of the feet. Tap Dance has it's own language which may give some clues to the nature of the art. The following are terms commonly associated with tap: Shuffle ,Bojangles, Buck 'n Wing, Irish Clog, Buck Irish, Appalacian Clogging ,Black Face ,Minstrel, Vaudeville, Time Step, Riffs, Riffle, Ball Change, Pearl Rolls, Patter

3. Tap Reference Page Return to tap dance Reference Index. King Rastus Brown. Another name that appears frequently in discussions of early tap dance is King Rastus Brown. http://www.tapdance.org/tap/referenc.htm

Tap Reference Page Tap Origins: An Essay on the Early History of Tap Introduction Tap's Patriarchs "Juba" ... Healthy Dancing Other sites of interest for dance reference: Hoofer's Club - Tony Curtis' exploration of history and personalities of the this legendary place. History of Tap - Hank Smith's Article on Tap Dance and History TappingInToIt.Com - site has a couple articles comparing and contrasting past tap dancers. Eleanor Powell, Jeni LeGon, Leonard Reed, Leon Collins, Gene Kelly, Nicholas Brothers, etc. Jazzart - Select 'Jazz Dance History' (Note: minimal information on tap last time I checked. but thorough description of evolution of jazz dance.) Return to Tap Dance Reference Index Tap Origins: A Brief History by Paul Corr Introduction Tap has a long history of "stealing steps" and "challenges." In reading any tap history performers will speak of dancing on street corners or outside clubs trying to outdo other dancers. These street games of "one-upmanship" were called "challenges." Challenges survive today in tap jam sessions and the techinique of "trading fours" in a performance with several dancers. "Trading fours" refers to each dancer giving his or her best for four measures before passing to the other dancer with a non-verbal "top this!" The other phrase "stealing steps" refers to dancers trying to figure out what another dancer is doing, how he or she is getting that sound. The step is rarely taken literally by the viewing dancer. The motto is "Thou shalt not do another's step, exactly." A step is usually shaped and changed and incorporated into that dancer's personal style.

4. OFF JAZZ - VIDEO TAP DANCE Instructional dance videos;jazz tap hat and cane tambourin (Wigman drum.), quicktime clips.OFF JAZZ;professional formation;jazz tap;modern ballet.NICE/France tap dance. Variat 01 a cappella29"/Ko1062 JAZZ DANCE nice style routines and variations. tap dance just some basic stepsCANE AND HAT TRICKS hat and cane http://www.offjazz.com/vid-tap.htm

TAP DANCE Variat 01 a cappella 29"/Ko:1062 Variat 01 with music (Yorma LORINGETT) Pascal HULIN-1 27'' / 762 Kb workshop at Offjazz 2001 Pascal HULIN-2 (20'' / 568 Kb) workshop at Offjazz 2001 just easy fun-1 (47'' / 1.62 Mb) Just easy fun-2 (47"/Ko:1.8 Mb) 0'13" / 503 ko STP-SHFL-STP RFF HE SCFF HE BLL HE TOE 0'15" / 574 ko PDDL+RLL CRRL SCFF HE BRSH TOE BRSH CHGG BLL-CH 0'17" / 638 ko RFF TIMESTEP 0'17" / 617 ko HE TP-STP HE turning 0'19" / 709 ko RFF WALK 0'19" / 706 ko Walz-roll 0'29" / 1040 ko HE TP-STP HE crossing 0'25" / 898 ko RFFLE TP-STP HE 0'13" / 500 ko Variation (military) 0'19" / 692 ko Maxieford - slow and fast 0'15" / 553 ko

5. National Tap Dance Company, Home Page American than apple pie, baseball or tap dance! Featuring dancers and musicians selected for their levels of funding, America's national tap dance company has been performing an http://www.usatap.org/

The National Tap Ensemble, America's national tap dance company, welcomes you to its web site! "Tap dance is the tempo of America." Steve Condos, legendary tap dance master There is nothing more American than apple pie, baseball or... tap dance! Featuring dancers and musicians selected for their artistic skills and unmatched experience, the National Tap Ensemble was founded in 1989. In spite of very low levels of funding, America's national tap dance company has been performing an average of over 200 concert and educational programs per season, with total audiences exceeding 300,000 since 1989. Directed by world-renown performer and teacher Chris Baker, the multi-ethnic cast features three generations of America's finest performers. These artists have dedicated their lives to enlightening the public about the African-American heritage while entertaining audiences in the movies, on the Broadway stage and in countless theaters worldwide. NTE is a non-profit, tax exempt performing and educational organization with current headquarters in Hagerstown, Maryland, in the nation's capital area.

6. Dance Directory - Tap Dance Tap Dancing. A guide to web sites on tap dance. Off Jazz Jazz and tap dance. Off Jazz - Terminology tap dance. Philadelphia Tap Rhapsody In Taps - History of Tap. tap dance Homepage. tap dance in Brazil. Tapestry Dance Company http://www.sapphireswan.com/dance/tap.htm

Sapphire Swan Tap Dance Directory The Tap Dance Directory is part of the Sapphire Swan Dance Directory. The Dance Directory provides links to the best dance resources available on the Web. The Tap Dance page was designed to be viewed in the Dance Directory frame, but your browser does not support frames. The tap dance page can, however, be viewed separately. Click on this link: Tap Dance Page When viewed outside the Dance Directory frame, the tap dance page does not allow you to access the many other pages in the Dance Directory. Some of them can be accessed by selecting the following link: Additional Dance Pages For your convenience, selected tap links are provided here: Tap Dancing Links Dance Tap Resources at World Wide Arts Resources Jazz Tap Center - Israel Off Jazz - Hat and Cane Off Jazz - Jazz and Tap Dance ... Tapestry Dance Company

7. OFF JAZZ DANCE WORLD NICE/France.All about jazz and tap dance. History terminology, bodydrumming teachers workshops Instructional videos quick time and mpg demo clips. OFFJAZZ DANCEWORLD. FRANCAIS information sur la http://www.offjazz.com/

OFFJAZZ DANCE WORLD FRANCAIS: information sur la danse jazz et les claquettes, l'historique de la danse, la sur l'enseignement de la danse jazz. ENGLISH : information about jazz and tap dance, history of jazz dance, terminology

8. Tap Dance In Switzerland - Home Page in Switzerland. http://www.scottap.com/tap/main.html

in Switzerland

9. Danny Daniels Dance America Video series, instructional and routines, for adults and children. http://www.dannydaniels.com/

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10. UK Tap Dance Sites UK Tap Sites Jazz tap dance sites in the United Kingdom. Although tap dancing is an American art form it has many Irish and old English roots. http://www.ukjtd.force9.co.uk/

Tap Dance at UK plays host to the latest tap dance sites composed entirely by UK authors and tap dancers. Although tap dancing is an American art form it has many Irish and old English roots. Tap dancing is an art appreciated the world over and it's participants, many who just practice it for the love and fun of it, may find answers to unanswered questions they have about some of the historical and technical aspects of style and interpretation. In this compilation of tap sites some of the history and style variations are explained and it is hoped that the sites will be both educational and entertaining. For any one really interested in tap, The Hoofers Club should be one of the subjects that has popped up from time to time in countless articles. This site presents The Hoofers Club, which was in the centre of all that was happening within Harlem's creative period from the 1920's onward. Join the Hoofers Club and discover the truth behind the myth. This site contains two profiles, one of

11. Tap Dancing In The Shadow Of The Masters It was not long before just about every tap dance step had been used up and this is when the tap dancing started to take on a new form. http://www.ukjtd.force9.co.uk/JazzTapUK/taphistory.html

Tap Dancing in its formative years was born when the time step was conceived and the time step was rearranged and embellished by many dancers who wanted to add there own personal touch. Each tap-dancer could be recognised by the time step they performed. In the beginning each dancer would start with the time step, which also was a way of conveying tempo or speed of music to the band, then they would perform there particular routine. It was not long before just about every tap dance step had been used up and this is when the tap dancing started to take on a new form. The additional steps like 'wings', 'over the tops' and 'falling off a log' became known as flash steps, used mainly by dancers who wanted to out do other dance acts. Most of these moves involved the dancer appearing to be nearly tripping him self up and this made an exciting performance, as you would be wondering if he would make it on his feet till the end. Most of these exaggerated steps usually came into play towards the end of the act as after these vigorous flash steps you were in no condition to do any thing else. Also there was a tendency for the bands to have a loud finish, this would inevitably drown out the taps made by the artist. Through the evolution of tap dancing can the specialist tap-dancer who had a particular trademark step or combination of steps. The best example of this was the slide, which was performed by many and mastered by few. It involved appearing as though you were dancing on ice and the same principles applied, as in the flash steps. You always wondered if he would ever fall over. There were also sand dancers, acrobatics and even influences from Russia. The great few who were able to master all of these skills were later to become masters who were well respected by all, in the entertainment business and most of all the tap community.

12. Tap Dance Videos And DVD tap dance videos. Learn tap from Mike Minery, Bob Rizzo, Alan Onickel, from Hoofin' to Broadway or Rhythm Tap plus tap music cds. http://rdre1.inktomi.com/click?u=http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/tap_

13. OFF JAZZ - JAZZ AND TAP DANCE A dancing site ! Professional formation, jazz, tap, ballet, modern , instructional videos, terminology on Quick Time clips, pictures. JAZZ AND tap dance. http://www.offjazz.com/j tap.htm

14. Tap Dance Instructional Videos Secure online shopping! A Quality Selection of Instructional tap dance Videos! . Home . tap dance Links . Ordering Info . Affiliates . Contact Us. Instructional tap dance Videos! http://secure.owd.com/av/cart.jsp?COMMISSION=sales@shopmountainlaurel.com&RE

15. All About Tap Dance | TheatreDance.com A web notebook of the history and glossary of tap dance, including names of steps and combinations, and descriptions of the movements associated with tapping. http://www.theatredance.com/tap/

All ABout Tap Dance A Hoofer's Notebook TheatreDance.com Vance Holmes, Web Editor The phrase "tap dance" first appeared in print around Merriam-Webster defines it two ways, first: A step dance tapped out audibly by means of shoes with hard soles or soles and heels to which taps have been added. The second definition is more interesting: An action or discourse intended to rationalize or distract. The early slave trade in America resulted in a rhythmic collision of cultures. Slave-holders already fearful of revolt, began to panic when it was discovered that Africans could communicate with each other - over long distances and in code - through the use of drums. All over the South, slave-holders forbid the use of drums and other native instruments in African religious ceremonies. But African-Americans held on to their traditional rhythms by transferring them to their feet. The tapping out of complex rhythmic passages was developed, and a subtle, intricate and vital physical code of expression was born.

16. Tap Dance In Switzerland http://www.scottap.com/tap/english/frameset.html

17. National Tap Dance Company, Home Page Founded in 1989, this multiethnic group of performers brings their dynamic style of dance to cities all across the country. Web site includes much information and links of interest to anyone interested in Tap. http://usatap.org/

The National Tap Ensemble, America's national tap dance company, welcomes you to its web site! "Tap dance is the tempo of America." Steve Condos, legendary tap dance master There is nothing more American than apple pie, baseball or... tap dance! Featuring dancers and musicians selected for their artistic skills and unmatched experience, the National Tap Ensemble was founded in 1989. In spite of very low levels of funding, America's national tap dance company has been performing an average of over 200 concert and educational programs per season, with total audiences exceeding 300,000 since 1989. Directed by world-renown performer and teacher Chris Baker, the multi-ethnic cast features three generations of America's finest performers. These artists have dedicated their lives to enlightening the public about the African-American heritage while entertaining audiences in the movies, on the Broadway stage and in countless theaters worldwide. NTE is a non-profit, tax exempt performing and educational organization with current headquarters in Hagerstown, Maryland, in the nation's capital area.

18. Tap Dance Bulletin Home. tap dance Bulletin Get your FREE subscription to the tap dance Bulletin, our fun, fast and friendly communication tool with tappers worldwide. http://www.usatap.org/bulletin.htm

This "Internet age" is NOW! Get your FREE subscription to the Tap Dance Bulletin, our fun, fast and friendly "communication tool" with tappers worldwide. Each issue features AUTOMATIC NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR WEB SITE UPDATES, the popular TAP DANCE QUIZ, the latest TAP NEWS, MISCELLANEOUS information of potential interest to our readers such as announcements about tap workshops, seminars, master classes, auditions or new tap dance products, a JUST FOR KICKS section with jokes, great web sites or "interesting stuff," listings and advertisements for cool products or upcoming festivals, etc., and much more! Click here to translate this page to and from English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. Be AMONG THE FIRST to receive information on upcoming tap dance programs and put your knowledge of tap to the test! Sent to subscribers by email, the Bulletin is a fun and easy way to "tune in" and stay in touch. It's not just for tappers though, as subscribers include aficionados of tap dance, related American vernacular dance (swing, Lindy Hop, jazz) and all other forms of percussive dance and music (flamenco, African, clogging, Irish, step, hand drumming, etc.) from around the world. Best of all, you can subscribe and unsubscribe to this FREE service at anytime. To receive the Tap Dance Bulletin (usually 1 issue per month, sometimes 2, depending on the amount of news and activities), simply send a blank message to

19. Tap Dance Links tap dance Links. http://www.sapphireswan.com/dance/links/tap.htm

Tap Dance Links Dance Tap Resources at World Wide Arts Resources Jazz Tap Center - Israel Off Jazz - Hat and Cane Off Jazz - Jazz and Tap Dance ... Sapphire Swan Dance Directory is a guide to dance resources available on the web. If you do not see the Dance Directory index along the left side of the screen, click on this link: Dance Directory Personal Ads Search the Web Search for People ... Books Bookmark Dance Directory Last modified: February 02, 1999.

20. Tap Dance Videos And DVD tap dance videos. Learn tap from Mike Minery, Bob Rizzo, Alan Onickel, from Hoofin to Broadway or Rhythm Tap plus tap music cds. tap dance Videos DVD. http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/tap_dance_videos.htm

Tap Dance Videos, DVD and CD VHS - $39.95 DVD - $39.95 Popular Tap instructor Gregg Russell takes traditional tap steps and remixes them into his own unique, cutting edge style. Learn his warm-up, original variations, counter rhythms and an extended, long-play routine danced by Gregg and his partner Ryan Lohoff. Burn the floor with this percussive, innovative and coolly creative choreography! All steps taught slowly from the back for easy learning. 60 mins. (2003) Gregg Russell VHS - NTSC format only (Canada, USA). DVD - All Region. Tap Blast Video VHS Only - $29.95 Take off with Tap sensation Mike Minery and learn his signature style Acappella Tap choreography! The steps explode off the screen and onto your feet as Mike and his dynamic dancers perform a complete and intricate production number filled with cannons, counter rhythms, partial rhythms, and improvisation - all without music. Mike then breaks down each step, shown from the back with both counts and the names of the steps for easy learning. The material is fresh, cutting edge and ideal for students, choreographers, and tap aficionados alike! Acappella means to dance or sing without musical accompaniment! (2003) Mike Minery VHS - NTSC format only (Canada, USA).

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