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Book

Dance

Call Number

  • J 792.8 GRAU (CEN, OSH)

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Edition

Rev. ed.

Publication Information

London ; New York : DK Publishing, 2005.

Physical Description

72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.

Summary

Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, costume, history, and noted dancers and choreographers.

Notes

Includes index.

"Discover the world of dance-- from the magic of ballet to the drama of flamenco"--Cover.

Contents

  • What is dance?
  • Learning to dance
  • Ballet class
  • Accompaniment to dance
  • Keeping time
  • Themes and messages
  • Telling tales
  • Beauty and strength
  • Fancy footwear
  • Makeup
  • Costumes in dance
  • Costume design
  • Behind a mask
  • Dance and worship
  • Court dance
  • National heritage
  • Role reversal
  • Something old, something new
  • Changes over time
  • Groups and shapes
  • Dance and community
  • Sets for dance
  • Behind the scenes
  • Famous dancers
  • Choreography
  • Dance crazes
  • Did you know?
  • World of dance
  • Find out more
  • Glossary
  • Index.

Subjects

Added Authors

Andy Crawford