Tappin' to the 70's and 80's
In this collection of videos, find yourself singing and tapping along to some of Laura's favorite 70's and 80's tunes to dance to. Warm-ups (always do first!), mini combos to work on technique and longer combos to work on memory. Many will be for all levels of tap dance, with some specifically labeled for beginner or intermediate.
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All Levels Tap Warm-Up Franklin Method inspired
Enjoy this Franklin Method inspired tap warm-up dancing along to some of my favorite 80's tunes.
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Soft Shoe Time Step
Excellent Time step for all levels of tap. In this take on the original Old Soft Shoe or Essence step, learn this fun repetive step to work on speed, clarity and balance.
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Mini Riff Combo
In this mini combo, practice riffs and different types of paddle and rolls to play with fun rhythms and tempo changes.
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Riff Rhythm Turn Mini Combo
Enjoy this break down then practice of the classic Riff Rhythm Turn. This turn can be done a variety of different ways, however this version I chose to do keeps you on the same side to practice contninous turning if you're ready!
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Beginning Tap: Tappin' to Michael Jackson Combo Part 1
Have fun while working on clarity, speed and fun rhythms while dancing to Michael Jackson.
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Beginning Tap: Tappin' to Michael Jackson Combo Part 2
Have fun while working on clarity, speed and fun rhythms while dancing to Michael Jackson.
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Intermediate Tap: Tappin' to Michael Jackson Combo Part 1
Have fun while working on clarity, speed and fun rhythms while dancing to Michael Jackson.
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Intermediate Tap: Tappin' to Michael Jackson Combo Part 2
Continue to have fun while working on clarity, speed and fun rhythms while dancing to Michael Jackson.
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Two tempos: Tappin' To Michael Jackson
In this video, practice part of the Intermediate leve Tappin' to the 80"s, Tappin' to Michael Jackon dance at two slower tempos.
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Michael Jackson Dance Review and 3 Tempos
Continue to fine tune your tap skills with 3 different tempos to the Michael Jackson Tappin' to the 80's dance.
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Michael Jackson Dance Review and 2 Tempos
Continue working on the "Tappin' to Michael Jackson" combo, with two different tempos. Working on speed, clarity and lots of fun turns!
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Open Tap Combined MIni Combos
Enjoy combining these two combos to practice as a longer combo while enjoying an 80's tune!
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Tappin’ to the 80’s: All Levels Shuffle Combo
Work on speed and clarity with this challenging Shuffle combo.
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Tappin’ to the 80’s- 3 Songs: Intermediate Level Part 1
Definitely for the more intermediate level, enjoy this combo to 3 different combos and tempos.
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Tappin’ to the 80’s 3-Songs: Intermediate Level Part 2
Enjoy Part 2 of Tappin' to the 80's 3 songs.
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Tappin’ to the 80’s -3 Songs: Intermediate Level Part 3
Enjoy Part 3 of Tappin' to the 80's 3 songs.
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Riffle/Open Third Drills
Do wyou want clearer sounding riffles/open thirds and better speed? This drill helps build those two qualities for faster, crisper sounding skiills.
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"Jump" Tap Dance Broken Down
Need a little extra help breaking down the tap routine to "Jump" by the Pointer Sisters, then this is for you. Each step is broken down and run at a slower pace.
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"Jump" Combo Week 1
Danced to the energy inducing song "Jump" by the Pointer Sisters, this is week 1 of the combo for Open Level Tap.
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"Jump" combo week 2
Danced to the energy inducing song "Jump" by the Pointer Sisters, this is week 2 of the combo for Open Level Tap.
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"Jump" Dance Week 3
Danced to the energy inducing song "Jump" by the Pointer Sisters, this is week 3 of the combo for Open Level Tap. Includes new material and 3 different tempos.
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Slurp/Closed Thirds Progressions
Learn how to break down the tap step the Slurp/Closed Third. Once perfected, you can progress with some additional steps.
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Pull Back Breakdown
The pull back is a wonderful step from the family of flash steps. Meant to be flashy and fun and can be added as an extra surprise sound. This video breakdowns the pull back in an easy to understand way. Add pull backs in anytime you jump, hop, or leap!
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Litte Red Corvette Dance Week 1
Enjoy tapping and singing along to this playful tap dance to the tune of "Little Red Corvette" by Prince. This is week 1.