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The Ballet Concept That Tap Teachers Should Steal
Ballet training produces results, and Tristan thinks it's time that tap dancers learn a little something from ballet class, consistently encouraging the 4 basics of tap technique, covered in detail within the article.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Mar 3, 2012 -
Tap Classics: In-The-Trenches and Over-The-Tops
These popular flash steps were the innovations and contributions of Toots Davis. Learn more about Davis and the history behind classic tap steps, in-the-trenches and over-the-tops.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Jan 24, 2012 -
Tap Classics: Paddle and Roll Heroes, Lon Chaney & Bunny Briggs
Many contenders could claim to be "the king" of paddle and roll (also called paradiddles) but no other dancer is identified more with the tap step than tap icon, Lon Chaney. Bunny Briggs has also made his mark with the step, as have others.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Dec 6, 2011 -
Tap Classics: Frank Condos and 5-Count Wings
In the 1920s, wings were all the rage, and many variations existed. The Pump, the Pendulum, the Saw, the Double Back… like time steps, most dancers had a signature wing variation.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Nov 17, 2011 -
Tap Classic: Jimmy Slyde and his Signature Sliding
Sliding has long been a popular tap step. The novelty of the slide comes from the illusion that the floor has somehow developed a slick surface, giving the impression that the dancer is off balance and could fall at any minute.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Nov 6, 2011 -
Tap Shoe Review: The Capezio K360 (Brazilian)
The first in a series of tap shoe reviews, Tristan begins with the "Cadillac" of tap shoes, Capezio's Brazilian K360. He covers their construction, features, and compares them to the American-made Kays.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Oct 4, 2011 -
Customizing Your Tap Shoes: Fashion and Functionality
Tristan, our TAPography columnist covers the many ways tap dancers can make their shoes unique and individual. From brogueing and stitching, to colors and patterns, to the vegan tap shoe, and even electronics, customizing your shoes is a fun and fashionable way to express yourself!Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Jun 23, 2011 -
Deconstructing A Tap Shoe
Tristan covers the anatomy of a tap shoe, types of shoes available, beginner alternatives, materials used, notes on getting the best tone from your tap, shoe support, and even orthotics! Whew!Collected in Dance Advantage Videos May 4, 2011 -
Tools for Tap Improvisation: The Time Step
Improvisation is an absolutely essential part of dance education and perhaps more so in tap than in other styles. Tap dance is a very virtuosic art form and the ability to ‘think on your feet’ is absolutely necessary in order to experience everything that tap has to offer.Collected in Dance Advantage Videos Mar 1, 2011 -
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danceadvantage Ballet training produces results, and Tristan thinks it's time that tap dancers learn a little something from ballet class, consistently encouraging the 4 basics of tap technique, covered in detail within the article. Read More
Mar 3, 2012