What are some characteristics of tap dance?

The count is usually “1 and a 2 and”, and it is in 5 steps. The tap combo is done usually in a Spanish Line - a picture line done usually with the hands curved, sides offset in a curve, and with great posture, to create a “flamenco dance” feeling. This is just a little bit on some of the common elements of tap dancing. read more

The goal of this dance is to create rhythmic sounds, it is referred to as a percussive dance.-Tap dancers make frequent use of syncopation. -Choreography typically starts on the eighth or first beat count. -Another aspect of tap dancing is improvisation. read more

Characteristics of Tap Dance. Tap dancers make frequent use of syncopation. Choreographies typically start on the eighth or first beatcount. Another aspect of tap dancing is improvisation. This can either be done with music and follow the beats provided or without musical accompaniment, otherwise known as a capella dancing. read more