Tap Dance and You

Tap dance is characterized by the rhythmic tapping of the feet on the floor, creating percussive sounds.

Ball Change is a fundamental tap dance step involving alternating taps of the ball of one foot followed by the heel of the other foot.

A Capella in tap dance refers to a performance without musical accompaniment, where the dancer creates rhythmic sounds solely with their feet.

Flaps are a tap dance technique where the dancer alternates taps between the toes and heels of both feet in quick succession.

Heel-Toe is a tap dance step where the dancer slides the foot forward and back while tapping the toe and heel alternately.

Crossover is a tap dance step where the dancer crosses one foot over the other while tapping the toes and heels alternately.

Narrative Tap is a tap dance routine that tells a story or conveys a message through movement, often incorporating elements of theater and storytelling.

Wings are a tap dance technique where the dancer rapidly taps the toes and heels of one foot while the other foot remains stationary.

Time Step is a tap dance step where the dancer taps the toe, heel, and ball of the foot in quick succession.

Brushes are a tap dance technique where the dancer slides the foot forward and back while tapping the toe and heel simultaneously.

Syncopation in tap dance refers to a routine that showcases the dancer's technical skills and virtuosity, often involving complex rhythms and intricate footwork.

Stomps are a tap dance technique where the dancer rapidly taps the toes and heels of both feet simultaneously.

Grapevine is a tap dance step where the dancer taps the toe, heel, and ball of the foot in quick succession, followed by a shuffle.

Wings are a tap dance technique where the dancer taps the toe, heel, and ball of the foot in quick succession, followed by a hop.

Counterpoint in tap dance refers to a routine that incorporates elements of other dance styles, such as jazz, ballet, or modern, creating a unique and eclectic performance.