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The first of its kind, this book focuses on the value of inclusivity in the tap dance studio, instructing on how to bring the rhythmic world of tap dance into the lives of individuals living with disabilities or mobility issues. No longer should those with mobility challenges be denied the opportunity to enjoy the unique delight, challenge and excitement of tap dancing.
Based on the author's inclusive program called Tap for All, this book is part inspirational memoir and part instructional manual, detailing how tap dance's enormous cognitive benefits can benefit those living with Alzheimer's, dementia, cerebral palsy, arthritis, traumatic brain injuries and more. The author outlines her experience opening the hearts and minds of other dance instructors and studio owners, showing that shifting their perspective about dance is beneficial to both client and studio. Chapters also instruct on the physiological effects of music and dance, guide the development of dance routines, and outline the author's tap programs for various student skill levels and experiences. Practicing ability inclusion can ensure that everyone, not just those fortunate enough to have a fully functioning physique, can learn and enjoy tap dance.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments by Victoria Moore viii
Preface
Introduction
¿1.¿Tap: Exclusive to Inclusive
¿2.¿Dance: Mind, Body, and Soul Benefits
¿3.¿Diseases, Conditions, and Age Groups
¿4.¿The Power of Music
¿5.¿Tap Styles: Rhythmic vs. Broadway
¿6.¿Choreography vs. Improvisation
¿7.¿Beginning and Beginning II Levels
¿8.¿Extra Combinations: (Beginning / Beginning II Levels)
¿9.¿Beginning III / Intermediate / Advanced Levels
10.¿Extra Combinations: (Beginning III / Intermediate / deleteAdvanced Levels)
11.¿Intermediate / Advanced, Advanced Levels
12.¿Time Steps / Time Step Breaks: (Beginning III / deleteIntermediate / Advanced Levels)
13.¿Professional Physically Integrated Dancers Spotlight
14.¿The Evolution of Tap
Appendix: Tap Glove / Mitten and Tap Board Instructions
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
Über den Autor / die Autorin
Los Angeles based Victoria Moore is a master tap instructor, choreographer, dance competition judge, writer, and producer, with over 40 years of experience being a national expert in the field of tap dance. Her training and professional career are extensive; performing in the Broadway shows 42nd Street and Sugar Babies. She is co-owner of Triple Threat Dolls Productions, Inc., a production company focusing on developing and producing projects in a variety of theatrical formats.The late Joan Gerrard's professional dance career spanned more than three decades as a performer, tap dance specialist, prolific choreographer, and one of tap dances greatest tap masters of all time. She was the tap director for dance studios and park districts throughout Chicago, and was founder and executive director of Dance-Plus Productions, Inc., a unique company that provided a staff of highly qualified instructors to teach a wide variety of performing and cultural arts programs.
