Tap Dance for All : Adapting Instruction for Disability and Mobility Impairment.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Moore, Victoria.

Contributor:

Gerrard, Joan.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tap dancing--Study and teaching.

Tap dancing.

Dance for people with disabilities.

Tap dancing--Psychological aspects.

Tap dancing--Physiological aspects.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (250 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Jefferson : McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers, 2022.

Summary:

"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"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Cover

Acknowledgments by Victoria Moore

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 / Advanced Levels)

11. Intermediate / Advanced, Advanced Levels

12. Time Steps / Time Step Breaks: (Beginning III / Intermediate / Advanced Levels)

13. Professional Physically Integrated Dancers Spotlight

14. The Evolution of Tap

Appendix: Tap Glove / Mitten and Tap Board Instructions

Glossary

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Other Format:

Print version: Moore, Victoria Tap Dance for All

ISBN:

1-4766-4730-5