Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Two major variations on tap dance exist: rhythm (jazz) tap and Broadway tap.
Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Two major variations on tap dance exist: rhythm (jazz) tap and Broadway tap.
Broadway tap focuses on dance; it is widely performed in musical theater. Rhythm tap focuses on musicality, and practitioners consider themselves to be a part of the jazz tradition.
The sound is made by shoes that have a metal “tap” on the heel and toe. There are different brands of shoes which sometimes differ in the way they sound.
“Soft-Shoe” is a rhythm form of tap dancing that does not require special shoes, and though rhythm is generated by tapping of the feet, it also uses sliding of the feet (even sometimes using scattered sand on the stage to enhance the sound of sliding feet) more often than modern rhythm tap. It preceded what is currently considered to be modern tap, but has since declined in popularity.
Tap dance has its roots in the fusion of several ethnic percussive dances, including African tribal dances and Irish jigs; the relative contribution of different traditions is a point of disagreement among historians and dance scholars.
Tap dance is believed to have begun in the mid-1800s during the rise of minstrel shows. Famous as Master Juba, William Henry Lane became one of the few black performers to join an otherwise white minstrel troupe, and is widely considered to be one of the most famous forebears of tap dance.
A company that has grown from strength to strength over the last 7 years with members increasing monthly.
Ajendance isn’t just any dance company it’s a dance family. Over the last 7 years we have worked and trained hard to become N.I Champions/ Ulster Champions/ All Ireland Champions and most recently UDO World Champions this comes from the hard work and dedication from our staff and pupils throughout the year.
We also train and ready our young people for further education in the arts and have seen some of our pupils off to Bird College / London Contemporary / Urdang Performing arts and Edge Hill University across the water.
We have created endless job opportunities for our young people of Ajendance and will strive to do this for the rest of time.
At Ajendance you’ll not only get the chance to enjoy the classes but also compete at the many different competitions, take exams and perform at many different events throughout the province.
It is run by founding member and Artistic Director Annika Graham and managed by Clare Montgomery.
experience who wish to return to dance or the complete beginner. Our Adult Tap Classes consistently draw the greatest applause at Showtime events and whether they choose to just do the weekly class or dare to go public all of them have a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Tap develops musicality and a strong sense of rhythm. Many different styles of music accompany tap dancing today, however the ever exciting Jazz Rhythms that inspired the early tap dancers are still engaging and creative.
Tap dance classes are offered by SR Dance Academy. We provide dance classes to children and adults. We offer a safe haven for students to meet new friends, express themselves through dance and overall build self esteem.
Tap Dance Course Is Offered By Freelance Dance. We are a community dance studio based in the heart of Jesmond, offering a full timetable of dance and fitness classes to customers of all dance abilities, both in-studio and online.
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