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Topic: Footwork (dance)


In the News (Thu 31 Dec 09)

  
  What Is Contra Dance?
Contra dances are a place where people from many walks of life come together to dance and socialize.
Contra dance is a form of dance that thrusts a different person of the opposite sex into your arms every 30 seconds or so.
It might be more prudent, but less whimsical, to say that contra dance is one of the few dance forms where by the end of the evening you are likely to have danced with everyone.
www.sbcds.org /contradance/whatis   (1945 words)

  
 Collegiate Shag: Just the facts...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The Collegiate Shag is a form of swing dancing (additional info and facts about swing dancing), similar to the Balboa (The basic unit of money in Panama; equal to 100 centesimos) (another swing dance), but with different footwork (footwork: the dance term for steps).
Danced with a Lead and follow (additional info and facts about Lead and follow), it is danced to upper tempo music (usually 200+ beats per minute) and the couple dancing is positioned very closely for a body lead connection (An instrumentality that connects).
It pre-dates the Lindy Hop (An energetic American dance that was popular in the 1930s (probably named for the aviator Charles Lindbergh)) and Balboa (The basic unit of money in Panama; equal to 100 centesimos).
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/co/collegiate_shag.htm   (179 words)

  
 ORB: The Online Reference Book for Medieval Studies--MEDIEVAL DANCE
Dance is considered to be part of yoga and is associated with the act of creation, a vital part of the continuing cycle of life the trinity represents.
Dance was also used to celebrate the return of heroic figures, as seen in the Apocrypha where the women of Israel danced before Judith, while singing men in armor followed (Judith 12-13).
One early sixteenth-century dance master, Antonio Cornazano, referred to it as "the merriest dance of all." With references dating from the fourteenth century, the saltarello is the oldest known Italian dance [Bridgeman Art Library, Item 49735].
the-orb.net /encyclop/culture/music/kendall.htm   (3990 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Swing (dance)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Blues dancing is an informal type of swing dancing with no fixed patterns and a heavy focus on connection, sensuality and improvisation, often with strong body contact.
The Charleston originally developed as a solo performance dance in the brothels and speakeasies of the day, but it was adapted into a partner dance sometime during the 1930s.
Swing as a dance was the main dance that would be changed or another variation of the same dance was introduced such as "single rhythm" instead of the "triple rhythm" as well as many performers trying to take credit for a new style by giving it a new name.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Swing-(dance)   (1904 words)

  
 ipedia.com: Collegiate Shag Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Danced with a Lead and follow, it is danced to upper tempo music and the couple dancing is positione...
Danced with a Lead and follow, it is danced to upper tempo music (usually 200+ beats per minute) and the couple dancing is positioned very closely for a body lead connection.
As it spread, new breeds of the dance were created such as Carolina Shag and St. Louis Shag.
www.ipedia.com /collegiate_shag.html   (179 words)

  
 About Flyin' Footwork Productions - Swing Dance Classes, Lessons, and Dances in Orlando and Central Florida
We believe that swing dance lessons should be affordable and accessible to the general public.
As dancers, their background in both formal and informal dance instruction started a decade ago when they began dance classes in order to learn how to dance at their wedding.
Not only are they knowledgeable, but they are genuine, friendly, and patient in their instruction, taking care to reveal, step-by-step, the critical information a beginner needs to know in order to grasp the movement properly the first time.
www.flyinfootwork.com /about   (965 words)

  
 SalsaCrazy's Brand New DVDs: Salsa Dance Footwork, Shines, Styling and Latin Movement
A Highly Commended Associate of both the ISTD and DVIDA dance organizations, Alison teaches, studies and performs American Smooth, American Rhythm, International Standard, Ballet, Jazz, Afro-Cuban, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, Dance Aerobics, Hustle and Salsa.
She has instructed on cruises, at dance camps, and coached performance teams.
Her festival credits include the SF Hip Hop Festival, the Front Row Festival, the SF Ethnic Dance Festival, the International Salsa Congress in Los Angeles, and the World Salsa Congress in Puerto Rico.
www.salsastyling.com   (923 words)

  
 Flyin' Footwork - Orlando Swing Dance Classes - Jitterbug, Lindy Hop, Swing, and More
Swing Dance Series Class: This class starts with the 6-count basic and focuses on 6-count moves, turns, and combos.
Balboa Series Class: Balboa is the perfect dance to both look and dance smooth from slow to even the fastest of tempos.
Flyin' Footwork offers workshops from time to time in the afternoons prior to the 2nd & 4th Saturday swing dances.
www.flyinfootwork.com /classes   (716 words)

  
 SalsaBootCamp.com: Learn to Dance Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Latin Dancing
It has enabled me also to be very comfortable with the opposite sex, in and out of the dance floor...
Bachata dancing (to the likes of Aventura) has become a core staple in the salsa dance clubs around the world.
The following videos on salsa styling and footwork are intended for both men and women, that means everyone:) But pay attention to a few that are specifically catered to either men or women.
www.salsabootcamp.com   (1477 words)

  
 NUSTUDIOS DANCE COMMUNITY - Powered by vBulletin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
If you know of a dance school that should have its on forum, please send a message to ceech with the pertinent information.
Share your experiences about these dance schools/studios/instructors with the community.
Learning what people are talking about in each style of dance.
www.nustudios.com /forums/index.php?s=9518eb70ed4924c25697b0e016a81d65&   (333 words)

  
 Flyin' Footwork - Orlando Swing Dances and Events - Playing swing, big band, blues, jump blues, and early rock-n-roll
We'll be playing the best in swing, big band, blues, jump blues, and early rock-n-roll for your dancing enjoyment.
This dance features a free beginner swing dance class (8 to 9pm) that covers all the essentials from footwork to lead/follow.
To keep the floor in new condition, no high heels (spiked) are allowed on the dance floor.
www.flyinfootwork.com /dances   (316 words)

  
 SalsaCrazy's Salsa Dance Videos and DVDs. Seven Free Salsa Dance Videos!
Naturally my wife and her family wanted me to dance at their parties and get togethers.
This has been a debate with us for some time and she wishes I would take lessons so we could dance when we go out.
It is so easy to follow and fun that I find myself saying and moving to 123-567- all the time.
www.salsadancedvd.com   (484 words)

  
 Footwork Dance Studio - Home
Your account balance must be at zero for your child to participate in the revue.
The rehearsal starts at 4pm and runs until 8pm or until you are finished will all your dances.
This line-up will be the order for dress rehearsal and the revue so note where your child’s dances are and which one comes first.
www.footworkdance.com   (409 words)

  
 Cyber Dance - People and Organizations
Dance Critics Association of America (New York, NY)
Dance Masters of America - International Organization of Certified Dance Educators (Bayside, NY)
Dance Nova Scotia (DANS) - Umbrella Agency (Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada)
www.cyberdance.org /people.html   (576 words)

  
 LookSmart High School - Dance Magazine: Jan 2001
Be an artist - choreography for dance studios should be artistic - Brief Article
The Land of 2001 Dances - past and future of Dance Magazine - Brief Article - Editorial
Festival Preserves Otherwise Fleeting Footwork - Dance for the Camera Festival, University of Utah - Brief Article
www.teenja.com /p/articles/mi_m1083/is_1_75   (665 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Doyle and the Institute development team negotiated grants, including a 1 million dollar lead-gift to construct the building.
Basketball Ballet - a program which merges ballhandling and footwork skills with music, dance and great creativity.
Wrote acclaimed novel "Are You Watching, Adolph Rupp?" favorably reviewed in over 50 publications, including The New York Times, and USA TODAY.
www.internationalsport.com /ddoyle   (508 words)

  
 TILT Contemporary Dance Company
A $500 donation pays for 7 weeks of dance classes for at-risk youth and special ed students in the public schools
We have opportunities in administration, development, costume production, and set production just to name a few.
Contact us for more info or visit www.volunteermatch.org (click on the logo) and enter TILT Dance Company in the search directory field.
www.tiltdance.org /volunteer_donate.htm   (326 words)

  
 Swing Dance and Lindy Hop Videos, DVDs and Shoes
We specialize in Swing Dance, Lindy Hop and Tap, For Beginners and Everyone Else!
Swing dance videos on DVD to learn from the masters, including Frankie Manning,Kevin and Carla,Erik and Sylvia,Marcus and Barbl,Savoy style and Hollywood style.
Beautiful vintage-style swing clothes designed especially for dancers -- for women and for men
swingdanceshop.com   (76 words)

  
 University Of Utah History - Salt Lake City Shop
UTES 41 AGGIES 21 The most-anticipated season opener in University of Utah football history could not have gone much better.
Bene Arnold, distinguished professor of ballet at the University of Utah, retired this month after twenty-six years of teaching.
The late modern dance innovator Anna Sokolow provided the inspiration for opening night of the second Dance for the Camera Festival, which returned to the University of Utah in Salt Lake City Septe...(Continue Reading)
www.centmaritime.com /university-of-utah-history.html   (434 words)

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