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Dance A While: A Handbook for Folk, Square, Contra, and Social Dance, 10/E
Anne M. Pittman, Arizona State University
Marlys S. Waller, (Emeritus) University of Washington
Cathy L. Dark, Oregon State University

ISBN-10: 0321537017
ISBN-13: 9780321537010

Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
Copyright: 2009
Format: Spiral Bound; 592 pp
Published: 03/18/2008

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Dance A While is a classic in the field of recreational dance. The Tenth Edition of this best-selling introduction to dance text uniquely combines dance instruction, descriptions of major forms of dance, and directions for more than 260 individual dances, providing ample information for students and giving future dance instructors the background they need to be successful teachers. The cultural background of international dances is presented, along with specific suggestions for developing style. Dance A While reflects the most recent trends in folk, square, contra, and social dance and includes a wealth of suggestions for dance resource materials. Dance A While is an all-inclusive textbook and a reference that will last a lifetime. For the first time, the book includes access to a website with musical selections in MP3 format, giving students and instructors a convenient way to find the music they need to teach and practice the dances.

 

As in the previous editions, this edition encompasses both contemporary and traditional folk, square, social, and contra dancing from the United States and countries around the world. Brand new dances from Hawaii and Japan are included, as are additional play and party dances appropriate for younger age groups. The history of dance throughout the world, current trends in dance, and teaching hints for each style of dance are also discussed. Detailed illustrations and diagrams clarify technique and directions, making learning each dance as easy as “1-2-3.”

  • Strong treatment of social dances includes brief histories and complete descriptions of a broad range of “popular” dances, with teaching suggestions and step-by-step diagrams for each. Coverage includes the rumba, cha-cha, fox-trot, waltz, swing, hustle, tango, salsa, and country-western dances.
  • A broad-based, multicultural perspective introduces students to the dance traditions of many countries and cultures, helping illustrate the importance of dance as a form of social communication and cultural celebration.
  • Comprehensive presentations encompass four major forms of dance–folk, square, contra, and social. Suggestions of musical selections are made to accompany individual dances, thereby eliminating guesswork.
  • Helpful appendices provide lists of organizations and resources for CDs, videos, and periodicals.
  • Examples of adaptations for special-needs students are provided in the text.
  • Illustrated glossary contains terms and definitions to help explain key concepts.

  • A new website replaces the former CD-ROM and features MP3 files of music appropriate for many dances in the book as well as a list of web links for students to further explore the world of dance and dance instruction. This website can be accessed using the access code card included in the front of the book.
  • Standardized dance direction notation specific to each type of dance has been clarified and updated in each chapter, including instructions and tips for interpreting written dance directions.
  • Levels have been added to each dance to clearly indicate whether the dance is appropriate for Beginner 1, 2, or 3; Intermediate; or Advanced students.
  • Brand new Hawaiian, Japanese, and Roma dances, in addition to an updated and expanded Salsa dance section are now included.
  • Additional play party dances have been added for younger age groups.
  • Expanded pedagogical material helps students practice their teaching techniques.
  • Updated and improved classified indexes of dances have been brought back, by popular demand, from the Seventh Edition.

1. History

2. Effective Group Instruction

3. Dance Fundamentals

4. American Dance Sampler

5. Square Dance

6. Contra Dance

7. International Folk Dance

8. Social Dance

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