Full Description
Since its development in the 1970s, hip-hop has grown to become a global dance phenomenon. In Beginning Hip-Hop Dance, students gain a strong foundation and learn the fundamentals of hip-hop techniques.
Written by a dance educator and historian, this guide gives students the chance to explore hip-hop history and significant works and artists in the field. Students are also taught to understand the styles and aesthetics of hip-hop as a performing and cultural art form.
There is also information about the different forms of hip hop dance, including locking, waacking, popping, boogaloo and house.
Part of the Human Kinetics' Interactive Dance Series, Beginning Hip-Hop Dance also comes with a web resource of over 50 video clips. These clips support learning and dance technique.
Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction to Hip-Hop Dance
Defining Hip-Hop Dance
Benefits of Studying Hip-Hop Dance
Basics of Hip-Hop Dance
Expectations and Etiquette for Students
Evaluation of Your Class Performance
Structure of the Hip-Hop Class
Summary
Chapter 2. Preparing for Class
Dressing for Class
Carrying Dance Gear
Preparing Yourself Mentally and Physically
Summary
Chapter 3. Safety and Health
Studio Safety
Personal Safety
Basic Anatomy
Basic Kinesiology
Preventing Common Dance Injuries
Treating Common Dance Injuries
Warming Up
Understanding Fitness
Nutrition, Hydration, and Rest
Summary
Chapter 4. Basics of Hip-Hop Technique
BEATS Approach
Alignment and Stance
Isolation Grooves
Across the Floor
Performance Directions
Summary
Chapter 5. Basic Hip-Hop Dance Steps
Dances From the 1980s
Dances From the 1990s
Dances From the Early 2000s
Summary
Chapter 6. History of Hip-Hop Dance
Origins of Hip-Hop Dance
Appropriation and Approximation of Hip-Hop
Commercialization of Hip-Hop Dance
Summary
Chapter 7. Hip-Hop Dance Forms
Locking
Waacking
Electric Boogaloos and Popping
House
Summary
