Description

Clog and Character Dances is a book written by Helen Frost that provides a comprehensive guide to the art of clog and character dancing. The book covers the history and origin of these dance styles, as well as the techniques and steps required to perform them. It includes detailed instructions for various dances, including waltzes, polkas, and jigs, and provides tips on how to perfect each movement. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to aid in the learning process. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Clog and Character Dances is an essential resource for anyone interested in these traditional dance styles.1931. From the Foreword: Clog and character dancing has its place in education as a wholesome means of expression. The clog dance is as old, if not older, than the folk dance; its development has been unrecorded, but reference to it is made in all complete historic studies of dancing. Through pantomime, tapping, and lilting step, the clog dance develops a response to music that is joyous and satisfying. It appeals to all ages, and since relaxation and perfected balance are the basis of its practice, physical well-being is assured. The book includes musical scores of clogging songs and photographs that are illustrative of the dance and time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.