Tap Dance on Video

• Overview
  • NTSC and PAL Video Standards
  • Sources for Videos
• Videos
  • Documentaries/Performance
  • Instructional

See also the Tap Dance in Films page

Overview

Here are descriptions of and sources for a few tap videos. These include documentaries, instructional tapes and performances. Some are taken from a Movies Unlimited catalog and others are from the American Tap Dance Orchestra's Tap Dance catalog or as listed in Rusty Frank's book "Tap! The Greatest Tap Dance Stars And Their Stories". Note: price ranges are informational. Always confirm. There are also films that feature tap dancing listed on the Tap Dance In Films page that may be available on video.

NTSC and PAL Video Standards

NTSC and PAL are composite color video standards used in various parts of the world to send television signals into your home and to record on video tape.

• NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) - the video standard used in North America, Japan, Central America, and parts of South America.
• PAL (Phase Alternation Line) - the video standard used in Western Europe (except France), most of Asia, Australia, Africa, and parts of South America. [Information from my ATI XclaimVR graphics card's Apple Guide.]

NOTE: All videos included below are VHS/NTSC format. Some available in VHS/PAL format. Contacting university language labs has been suggested for NTSC-to-PAL conversion information. Other commercial conversion services are also available. Check the phone directory.

Sources for Videos

Some videos below have contact information listed with the video description. I use the abbreviations [in brackets] to refer to the vendors listed here in the video descriptions. Availability may vary. Check several.

VIDEOS

• DOCUMENTARY VIDEOS
  • Masters of Tap
  • American Tap Dance Orchestra in Performance
  • Essentials of Tap Technique
  • Jazz Hoofer: The Legendary Baby Laurence
  • Someone Stole the Baby
  • Songs Unwritten: A Tap Dancer Remembered
  • Ira Bernstein, Live! from the Alte Oper
  • Two Takes On Tap
  • Eddie Brown's Scientific Rhythm
  • Riverdance
    
    
  • By Word of Foot
  • Cantata and the Blues
  • The Ten Toe Percussion Ensemble Concert Video
  • That's Entertainment Collection
    
    
  • The Dancing Man: Peg Leg Bates
  • Great Feats of Feet
  • Tap Dancin'
    
    
  • About Tap
  • Cookie's Scrapbook
  • The History Of Jazz Dancing:
  • No Maps On My Taps
  • Talking Feet
  • Video Encyclopedia of Tap Technique
• INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
  • Charles Kelly "Tappin' Rhythm" (& others with CK)
  • Tap Dancing For Beginners with Henry LeTang
  • Tap Dancing: Intermediate
  • Tap Dancing: Advanced
  • The Land of Sweet Taps
  • I Hate to Exercise, I Love to Tap!
  • Tap With Ginger, Vols. 1 - 3 (Beg. to Adv.)
  • Celtic Feet
    
    
  • Steve Condos Tap Work-Out
  • "Turns for Tap" with Charles Kelley
  • 50 Turns & Jumps
  • Vernacular Movement and the Timestep with Variations
  • B. S. Chorus / Old Soft Shoe Chorus
  • Improvisation and Afro-Cuban to Bop
  • Where The Action Is!
  • Brenda Bufalino's Double Time Series

DOCUMENTARY/PERFORMANCE VIDEOS

Modest Cost

• Plenty of Good Women Dancers: African American Women Hoofers from Philadelphia - a video documentary of extensive interviews, archival footage, including veterans Edith 'Baby Edwards' Hunt, the late Libby Spencer, and Hortense Allen Jordan, with LaVaughn Robinson, Germaine Ingram, the late Delores and Dave McHarris, Kitty DeChavis, the late Isabelle Fambro and the cast of "Stepping in Time," and historic footage of Jeni LeGon, Cora LaRedd, Dottie Saulters, Juanita Pitts, the Miller Brothers and Lois, the Four Covans and others. More information on the photo exhibition and film presentation on the Photo Exhibition: Philly's Women in Tap archive page here, which includes links to the Philadelphia Folklore Project web site and the Plenty of Good Women Dancers information page where you can view a clip and purchase the DVD online.
  
  
• Masters of Tap features Chuck Green, Will Gaines, and a Honi Coles, 61 minutes of lore on bebop and rhythm tap, including a master class with Honi Coles, recorded in London in 1983. Rare footage of the masters, and quite professionally edited for a live recording. Publisher HOME VISION (TEL: 800-262-8600 or in Massachusettes call 508-879-1720.
  
  
• American Tap Dance Orchestra in Performance Filmed live at Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center in 1991, this intimately filmed performance gives a birds eye view of Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino's intricate ensemble choreography, as well as glimpses of the individual styles of soloists Neil Applebaum, Barbara Duffy, Margaret Morrison, Robbin Tribble and Tony Waag. 45 mins. [ATDO]
  
  
• Jazz Hoofer: The Legendary Baby Laurence - (39 mins, color 1973) Produced and directed by Bill Hancock. Records the bebop dance style and life of one of the great old tap dancers, Baby Laurence, who led tap into its last creative phase (Marshall Stearns in Jazz Dance). 'His legs and feet were speed and thunder and surprise' (New Yorker). In addition to performances of his unique style we are also treated to a vivid history of tap with demonstrations of the steps used by other famous tap dancers. (I found--and purchased--this video listed in the Movies Unlimited catalog as Baby Laurence: Jazz Hoofer) Possible source: http://www.rhapsodyfilms.com/
• Someone Stole the Baby - A 25 min. documentary on Brenda Bufalino and the American Tap Dance Orchestra performing group she founded. VHS. [ATDO]

• Songs Unwritten: A Tap Dancer Remembered (documentary, 1988 - 58 min.) A documentary of an influential tap dancer. There is much dancing in this film including 18 pieces and four are full performances. It is fascinating watching Leon perform his melodic style tap to classical music. Collins was one of a number of tap dancers that worked with bebop music. A number of his students (including Diane Walker and Pamela Raff) continue his work. Leon Collins continually stresses the importance of passing on steps in this film. He worked hard to get his students recognition. Contact:

  The Leon Collins Archive, Inc.
  c/o Professional Video Associates
  P.O. Box 175
  Merion Station, PA 19066-0175
  email: professional.video@verizon.net

• Tap, Clog and Step Dancing: Ira Bernstein, Live! from the Alte Oper - Live performance of 13 full-length pieces by Ira Bernstein at the prestigious Alte Oper in Frankfurt, Germany in January, 1994. Musicians are Paul Arslanian (jazz piano) and Pete Sutherland (fiddle & banjo). Pieces include: jazz tap dancing, Appalachian flatfoot clogging, English clogging, Irish step dancing, French-Canadian step dancing & South African boot dancing. 1994; 60 minutes; Color; Professionally produced; VHS (NTSC & PAL.) This video succeeds Ira's "Official Bootleg Video." Available from Ira Bernstein (contact information.)
  
  
• Two Takes On Tap (documentary, 1993): - A documentary by Sharon Arslanian. A one hour program covering choreography, dancing and opinions on tap by Brenda Bufalino (founder of the American Tap Dance Orchestra or ATDO) and Lynn Dally (Artistic Director of the Jazz Tap Ensemble or JTE.) Includes footage of Eddie Brown, Honi Coles, ATDO and JTE. 60 mins. [ATDO]
  
  
• Eddie Brown's Scientific Rhythm (documentary, 1990): - As stated on the liner notes: "Eddie talks and taps his unique tap style." This documentary by Sharon Arslanian was awarded the silver award in the 1991 Dance On Camera Festival. Interviewed and accompanied by Paul Arslanian, the late tap master Eddie Brown talks about his career and the development of his unique improvisational rhythm tap style. he demonstrates flash dancing and how he applied "Scientific Rhythm" to a variety of music/dance forms: Highland Fling, soft Shoe, Swing, and Waltz Clog. Instinctively musical and rhythmically "right-on" Brown's tapping combines fast, crisp shuffles, solid flat-footed stomps, staccato heel drops, and graceful crossovers - all executed with a seemingly effortless lightness. Includes three improvised dances to jazz standards. VHS, 30 minutes. [No source...]
  
  
• Riverdance Filmed during a live performance at Dublin's Point Theatre, this is the exhilarating original production of Riverdance: The Show,  which has electrified audiences on two continents. Michael Flatley, Jean Butler, Davy Spillane, and the Irish choral group Anuna  are among the 80 dancers and musicians who blend their talents. Music by Bill Whelan and choreography by Michael Flatley. 1 hour, 11 minutes [VFS] Also see the Riverdance Web site.

• Cantata and the Blues - 45 minute video of Brenda Bufalino's one woman show. "Every step she executes has its own intricate joys" raves Joel Garrick of BACKSTAGE [ATDO]
  
  
• The Ten Toe Percussion Ensemble Concert Video (performance)
  Ten Toe Percussion carries a video featuring several dancers. Included on the tape are: Brenda Bufalino: tap dancing; Donny Golden and Jean Butler (principal of Riverdance: Irish step dancing; Normand Legault: French-Canadian step dancing; Harvey Beaton: Cape Breton step dancing; Ira Bernstein: Appalachian flatfooting, English clogging and rhythm tap dancing. Available from Ira Bernstein (contact information).
  
  
• That's Entertainment Collection - Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Esther Williams and Fred Astaire are just a few of the 125 stars showcased. This collection includes lavish production numbers from over 100 MGM musicals, and behind-the-scenes footage and out-takes that never made it onto the big screen. That's More Entertainment! hosted by Michael Feinstein, features unreleased musical numbers. 8 hours 6 minutes on four videocassettes. [VFS]

  As noted in book appendix of "Tap!..." these were originally released in parts:

  • That's Dancing!*
  • That's Entertainment, Part I*
  • That's Entertainment, Part II*
  • That's Entertainment, Part III*
  (* All MGM Compilations. Available commercially for rental or purchase [MULTD].)

• The Dancing Man: Peg Leg Bates (documentary, 1992 - 60 m.)
  

  I was notified of a broadcast of this documentary by a friend. Watching Clayton "Peg Leg" Bates tap made my jaw drop. There are a number of short clips of his performances and he discusses his career, triumphs and obstacles in interviews. The bulk of the film deals with his life, effects of racism and his development of the first African-American Catskills resort. Interviews include: Gregory Hines, Ruth Brown and others. This documentary film was shown on PBS stations. [ISBN: 0-7936-0742-6] You might be able to find information from the Peg Leg Bates Foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. [No contact info.]

• Great Feats of Feet - two hour documentary exploring the tradition of jazz & tap dance, the essence that sets it uniquely apart from other dance forms, featuring The Copasetics. Each featured black dancer speaks of his life and his art, revealing creative spirit and individuality that have personified each artist through their long careers. A collector's item to be treasured.[ATDO]
  
  
• Tap Dancin': (58 mins, color 1980) Produced and directed by Christian Blackwood. This video explores the art of American tap dance through stage performances, candid interviews,and vintage film clips. Old timers such as John Bubbles, the Nicholas Brothers, Chuck Green, and Honi Coles are represented, as well as young performers such as Tommy Tune, Jerry Ames, the Jazz Tap Ensemble, and the Third Generation Step. 2 hrs. Contact:

  Blackwood Films
  251 West 57th Street
  New York, NY 10019

• About Tap: (28 min, color. 1985) Hosted by Gregory Hines, focusing on the artistry and style of some of America's leading male tap dancers including the works of masters Steve Condos, Jimmy Slyde and Chuck Green. About Tap will charm everyone who appreciates dance and will serve as a splendid introduction to those who have yet to discover the beauty of jazz tap dancing. Contact:

  Direct Cinema Ltd., Inc.

  P.O. Box 10003
  Santa Monica, CA 90410-1003

  Phone: (310) 636-8200

  Web: http://www.directcinema.com/
  
  

• Cookie's Scrapbook: (30 mins, B&W 1987) Features Charles "Cookie" Cook and James "Buster"Brown reminiscing about vaudeville. Contact:

  
  

  Susan Goldbetter
  

  Exec. Dir. and Producer
  

  Circuit Productions
  

  635 Caroll Street
  

  Brooklyn, NY 11215
  

  (718) 638-4878

  
  
  
• The History Of Jazz Dancing: (56 mins, B&W 1970) Lecture demonstration by Les Williams presenting the black man's role in the history of jazz dancing. Contact:

  
  

  New York Public Library
  

  The Performing Arts Research Center
  

  Lincoln Center
  

  New York, NY 10014
  
  

• No Maps On My Taps: (58 mins, color 1979) Film by George Nierenberg. With Chuck Green, Bunny Briggs, and Sandman Sims. This film offers unique insight into jazz tap dancing as an indigenous American art form. The spirit of tap in its heyday, shown in rare photos and Hollywood film clips of the 1930's, provides a backdrop for intimate portraits of three surviving "hoofers." This film is a historical record of this distinctly American dance form. Contact:

  Direct Cinema Ltd., Inc.

  P.O. Box 10003
  Santa Monica, CA 90410-1003

  Phone: (310) 636-8200

  Web: http://www.directcinema.com/
  
  

• Talking Feet: (90 mins, color 1986) Features traditions of step dance styles of the South, with background booklet, history, dance analysis, and step notation. Contact:

  
  

  Talking Feet
  

  Box 1592
  

  Lexington, VA 24451
  

• Video Encyclopedia of Tap Technique: (Compilation, color 1990) Produced by Susan Goldbetter, directed by Skip Blumberg. Features Charles "Cookie:" Cook, Brenda Bufalino, and Kevin Ramsey. Contact:

  
  

  Susan Goldbetter
  

  Exec. Dir. and Producer
  

  Circuit Productions
  

  635 Caroll Street
  

  Brooklyn, NY 11215
  

  (718) 638-4878

Other Documentary Videos

Not currently available on video but could be added to your personal collection if you are diligent in checking local PBS listings and have a ready tape and a VCR.

• Honi Coles: The Class Act of Tap. (documentary)
  

  Honi Coles: The Class Act Of Tap is a 57-minute documentary film produced by Susan Pollard, directed by Jim Swenson, edited by George Hood and completed in January 1994. This film is being distributed by VedeFilm Producers International of New York and it features historical footage of the vaudeville era in which Honi grew up, including clips with the masters John Bubbles and Bill Robinson. The slow soft shoe is also featured with Honi dancing with partner Cholly Atkins. It includes historical scenes of early Honi Coles dance numbers. The film also features performances by many current tap stars who are Honi Coles admirers.

  Producer Susan Pollard intended the film to be a loving tribute to Honi and his lifetime contribution to dance and theater. It captures his legacy of tap artistry passed on to him from the generation that came before, artistry which he has now passed on to several successive generations. It has recently received some airplay on local PBS affiliate stations often with the Nicholas Brothers documentary "We Sing, We Dance."

• We Sing, We Dance: The Nicholas Brothers (documentary)
  A documentary telling the story of the Nicholas Brothers, Harold and Fayard. Includes many clips of their flash style which included diving splits as well as finely honed close footwork. Includes short clips from the films "Stormy Weather" and "Flying Down to Rio." Jaw dropping performances! Interspersed with interviews with the brothers and other dancers. This one hour documentary has recently been shown on local PBS affiliates around the country sometimes in tandem with the "Honi Coles: The Class Act of Tap" documentary. [It was put out by Picture Music International which is at 20 Manchester Square, London, W1A 1ES, United Kingdom]

• Tap Dance In America
  The PBS "Dance In America" series had a show devoted to tap narrated by Gregory Hines. It included several masters as well as today's artists. It had rehearsals and discussions between artists and ended with performances by tap groups and solo artists covering many different styles. I'm not sure if it is available for purchase. It may be rebroadcast during fund-raising drives. Set your VCRs.
  
  
• Tap Dancin'
  Christian Blackwood produced a documentary that features a variation on the Shim-Sham's half-break step called "Ode to Honi." (Mentioned in a ITA article on the Shim-Sham by Jane Goldberg.)

INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS

Modest Cost

• Charles Kelly "Tappin' Rhythm" Over 50 time steps and breaks followed by exciting combinations. Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels all on one tape. (Not available in PAL format.) [JDIST http://www.danceclassmusic.com/]
  
  

  Another Source:

  Riz-Biz Productions

  P.O. Box 176

  New York, NY 10024 USA

  http://www.bobrizzo.com/

  1-800-869-3506

  
  

  • Bob Rizzo's "TAPPIN' RHYTHM" starring Charles Kelley
  • Bob Rizzo Presents TURNS FOR TAP with Charles Kelley
  • A manual can also be purchased separately called TURNS FOR TAP by Charles Kelley.
  
  
  
• Jay Distributors also has a number of "Visual Notes" videos that illustrate tap instruction using their albums of music. These are available in PAL format.
  
  
  • Tap Technique Routines
  • Tap Music for Tap Class
  • Tap Dancin'
  • Tap Technique and Footwork (this one not in PAL format)

• Tap Dancing For Beginners with Henry LeTang (instructional): This tape has Henry LeTang as instructor and an adult female student as demonstrator. LeTang was the choreographer for several Broadway shows and the movie "Cotton Club."

  The video uses two cameras. One is straight on showing full figure. Occasionally, during a repetition of a step the second camera shows the student's right side from below the knee to the floor. This setup makes it very easy to follow and get a step. LeTang teaches four eight measure timesteps that comprise his beginner's routine. [I put the routine in my notation of the SHIM SHAM on the Tap Steps page.]

  As an added bonus the tape begins with the late Honi Coles dancing during opening credits. An intermediate level tap dancer can watch this and try to steal some steps! Honi dances a few timesteps with the student at the end of the tape also. (A Simple Timestep and a Triple Timestep.) [MULTD]

  
  
  
• Tap Dancing: Intermediate (instructional): Step-by-step proven method for learning tap from Broadway dancer Charles Goddertz. Description states: Keep on tappin with this progressive, sound-by-sound method to tap dancing. You can be the next Gregory Hines if you follow theses pointers designed for intermediate dancers. 40 mins. [MULTD]
  
  
• Tap Dancing: Advanced (instructional): Step-by-step proven method for learning tap from Broadway dancer Charles Goddertz. For those who are already tap-happy, try to perfect your steps with this program which includes close-ups of footwork, a focus on combination and routine, and original choreography. 40 mins. [MULTD]
  
  
• The Land of Sweet Taps (instructional): Description states: Now kids can learn how to tap dance the easy way, as basic sounds, rhythms and steps, including shuffles and digs, are taught by Rosemary Boross. Children can learn how to dance to such tunes as "The Peppermint Stick Strut" and "The Bubble Gum bounce." 57 mins. [MULTD]
  
  
• I Hate to Exercise, I Love to Tap Actress Bonnie Franklin ("One Day at a Time") teaches you all the basic steps, how to build combinations and dance popular tap routines. The Waltz Clog, The Time Step and more. The perfect way to dance yourself into shape.[MULTD]

[Source for Tap w/Ginger videos: Golden Treasures, Ginger de Paris 653 Sunnyhill Drive los Angeles , CA 90065. (800) 748-8956] Web: http://www.ginger-de-paris.com/ Videos available in all formats- VHS, NTSC-Pal-Secam.

• Tap With Ginger, Vol. 1: Beginner (instructional): Description states: Get ready... get set... get tapping asdancer/teacher extraordinaire Ginger de Paris shows you the basics of tap, demonstrating shuffles, flaps, clap steps, timesteps and more. 90 mins. P/N: 50-2631. [TapeWorm]
  
  
• Tap With Ginger, Vol. 2: Intermediate (instructional): - Description states: Tap into the great dance experience with lively instructor Ginger de Paris guiding you to learn paddle rolls, trills, the rolling step, jump and click, turning step and other moves. 90 mins. P/N:50-2632. [TapeWorm]
  
  
• Tap With Ginger, Vol. 3: Advanced (instructional): - Description states: Advanced tappers can get in step with Ginger's secrets to perfecting the riff, the boogie step, wings, slides, the hoofer step and more. 90 mins. P/N: 50-2633. [TapeWorm]
  
  
• Tap with Ginger Series - DVD: All 3 levels beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels now available on one DVD for $44.95.

• Tap-N-Burn (c) 2003 Workout Video - 7 choreographers/teachers with over 3 decades in the dance industry offer an easy to follow step-by-step learning experience that you will extremely enjoy while getting in shape and at the same time, learn how to tap dance! This workout video is absolutely one of a kind! It's fun, it's hip, it's entertaining and it's quite a workout! Web: http://www.tapnburn.com/
  
  
• Celtic Feet - Colin Dunne, nine-time world dance champion and star of Riverdance , makes Irish dance easy to learn in this entertaining and instructional program. In Celtic Feet, Colin takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of Irish dance. Once you've mastered the basics, Colin and the members of The Celtic Feet Dance Company show you how to dance entired routines just like a pro. 55 minutes. [VFS]

• Danny Daniels (instructional series): Information available on VHS and audio tapes on the Danny Daniels Web site or to:

  Danny Daniels Dance America
  P.O. Box 1497
  Santa Monica, CA 90406-1479
  Phone/Fax 310-393-9632

• Tap Basics: Tony Waag of the American Tap Dance Orchestra has two tapes, Part One and Part Two, for beginners and advanced beginners. See his Web site for more info.
• Tap Work-Out (instructional):

  Steve Condos called these steps "learning the rudiments." The camera is full figure and straight on. The dancing is in-place with numerous syncopated variations performed to a clicking metronome. Continuous clean tapping, sliding, etc. for 40 minutes with Steve calling the moves and the count.

  This would be a good tape for an intermediate level dancer. Because this project took a tap workout as its premise the metronome stays at one speed and the close footwork only is varied. A good tape to learn how to find a groove and work with it. [NOTE: Workout video currently unavailable Oct. '98]

  Another Steve Condos 2-tap video set, "Accents," includes video clips of interviews, classes and performances. Clips range from early Condos Brothers performance to Steve's final performance in Lyon, France. Good for a tapper's tap library. Available from:

  Lorraine Condos

  317 W. 54th Street #2D

  New York, NY 10019

• "TURNS FOR TAP" with Charles Kelley (instructional)

  [from the Performer's Edge Magazine] Here's another great teaching video to further enhance your tap technique and routines... TURNS for the beginner through advanced dancer. Producer/Director Bob Rizzo presents this new instructional video on over 50 turns for tap dancing taught by the legendary Charles Kelley. From simple Step turns, Maxie Ford turns and Cramproll turns to Barrell-roll and Windmill turns. There is something for every level; traveling, circling and spot combinations as well as a few "specialty" turns for those more advanced routines. Mr. Kelley demonstrates each turn in its simplest form without music (so the tap technique can be clearly heard), then his dancers repeat the turn with musical accompaniment.

  "TURNS FOR TAP" runs 45 minutes. An accompanying manual featuring all the material on the video and more is also available. Available through Riz-Biz Productions, 163 West 80th St., Suite 8, New York, NY 10024. (800) 869-3506. Call or write for free brochure. Dealer inquiries welcome. [...mention you heard it from the Performer's Edge.] Also [JDIST]

• 50 Turns & Jumps (instructional) [from the Performer's Edge Magazine] Bob Rizzo also has "50 Turns & Jumps" the ultimate turn & jump video dictionary, beginner to advanced. Now available on DVD. [from the Performer's Edge.] Also [JDIST]

• Instructional Videos from American Tap Dance Orchestra
  • Vernacular Movement and the Timestep with Variations [Med.. Tempo 4/4, Adv. beginner and up] From the 1993 Woodpeckers Workshop: Brenda Bufalino's Tap Intensive Videos...[ATDO]
    • (pt.1) Dancing the Swing and Charleston without taps sets the body in motion and fills it with rhythm before metal ever hits the floor.
    • (pt.2) The timestep is the most familiar figure in tap dance as well as the most misunderstood. Understanding its rhythm and musical structure becomes a foundation as well as a lasting tool in a tap dancer's vocabulary.
    
    
    
  • B. S. Chorus / Old Soft Shoe Chorus From the 1993 Woodpeckers Workshop: Brenda Bufalino's Tap Intensive Videos...[ATDO]
    • [pt. 1, fast 2/4] A traditional chorus that includes the Bill Robinson Time Step, "Cross" and "Wing" Steps, "Over the Top" and "Trenches". This flash chorus, though often executed in an offhand manner, includes figures and manipulations which are essential to the creations of period routines.
    • [pt. 2, slow-med 4/4] This lovely chorus, though deceptively simple and often executed by Honi Coles and the Copasetics in a comic fashion, is a dance of graceful movement and beautiful rhythmic patterns.
    
    
    
  • Improvisation and Afro-Cuban to Bop [Advanced-Professional] From the 1993 Woodpeckers Workshop: Brenda Bufalino's Tap Intensive Videos...[ATDO]
    • (pt.1) Structures and themes for improv: working on a groove, trading eights and scat / talking with your feet. Through improvisafion we compose.
    • (pt.2) Afro- Cuban movement working off the Mambo to phrase pattems using the whole body. The Bop tap section builds a long phrase working over the bar with contemporary syncopation and manipulations.
    
    
    
  • Where The Actions Is! Brenda Bufalino of the ATDO demonstrates how to execute taps efficiently and how to create a bveautiful clear tone, Taking hte action for hte hip releases the foot and enables the dance to develop speed and accuracy in a relaxed fashion. this ets the grouve for rhythm tap dancing. Included: "shuffle scales", "triplet shuffle continuations", break downs for small footwork and the "paddle and roll", three of Bufalino's twelve "double-time" figures and more. For advanced professional. [ATDO]
  • Brenda Bufalino's Double Time Series This video offers over four choruses of double-time figures that can be incorporated into compositions, improv, or as a dance in themselves. Ms Bufalino developed this variety of patterns through and beyon the paddle an roll, to include crawls and unusual manipulations that create pituires as well as rhythms. Pattern are broken down carefull to help the dance develop clear articulations, as well as speed. All levels, especially advanced professional. [ATDO]

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