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The early levels give a good introduction to tap dance technique working on the main concepts, such as rhythm and musicality. The
children begin to limber the feet and ankles in preparation for more demanding
steps which will be tackled later on. Plenty of imagery is used to inspire the
children such as splashing in puddles, digging holes and grandfather clocks!
Music used in class is mainly instrumental although lyrics are sometimes used along with nursery rhymes for the youngest groups.
Recent class music includes Thomas the Tank Engine, The Magic Roundabout and
Heigh-Ho. ‘Children love making a noise with their tap shoes in these lessons!
As students progress more advanced tap steps are learned such as
single, double and triple timesteps, ‘beat wings’, ‘riffs’ and ‘pull backs’. Dancing in a group, when the timing is
perfect produces a sensational sound and gives a real sense of achievement.
Recent class music includes Singin’ in the Rain and pieces from Chicago and 42nd
Street.
Tap dancing is considered to be one of the three core dance techniques,
along with Ballet and Jazz and therefore assists in vocational college
entry for those who wish to pursue dance or Musical Theatre as a career.