Social Dance: Steps to Success
- Author: Wright, Judy Patterson
Book
$29.50Out of stock at the UK distributor
Contents
- Part I What Every Dancer Needs to Know: Building a Solid Foundation
- Step 1 Posture, Frame, and Centering: Looking Like a Dancer
- Step 2 Music Structure: Hearing Reliable Cues in the Music
- Step 3 Dance Rhythm Strategies: Connecting With the Music
- Step 4 Partner Dynamics and Etiquette: Communicating Effectively
- Part II 10 Social Dances: Rhythmic Step Patterns, Transitions, and Variations
- Step 5 Merengue: Joining the Party
- Step 6 Four-Count Swing/Hustle: Keeping the Rhythm
- Step 7 Waltz: Moving Stately
- Step 8 Six-Count Swing: Looking Jazzy
- Step 9 Foxtrot: Dancing Regally
- Step 10 Polka: Having Fun
- Step 11 Cha-Cha: Being Flirtatious
- Step 12 Rumba: Reflecting Romance
- Step 13 Tango: Expressing Attitude and Flair
- Step 14 Salsa/Mambo: Adding Spice and Flavor
- Part III Etiquette On the Dance Floor: Adding the Finishing Touches
- Step 15 Dance Floor Etiquette: Moving From Practice to Social Dance Settings
- Step 16 Turn Technique, Styling, and Timing Options: Looking Good