Stravinsky and Balanchine: The Journey of Invention, by Charles M. Joseph Igor Stravinsky and George Balanchine, among the most influential artists of the twentieth century, together created the music and movement for many ballet masterpieces. This engrossing book is the first full-length study of one of the greatest artistic collaborations in history. Drawing on extensive new research, Charles M. Joseph discusses the Stravinsky-Balanchine ballets against a rich contextual backdrop. He explores the background and psychology of the two men, the dynamics of their interactions, their personal and professional similarities and differences, and the political and historical circumstances that conditioned their work.

Quickstart to Social Dancing, by Jeff Allen Beginners, Wedding Dancers, and those with single milestone dates can learn on their own effectively enough to just get by, saving hundreds of dollars in lessons for any simple social occasion or first dance presentation. This book is written as if Jeff is right there with the student giving a private lesson. With over 15 years of teaching experience he has anticipated what the student must encounter in their learning experience and is right there with a useful solution.

Classical Ballet Technique, by Gretchen Ward Warren With this brilliantly imagined and beautifully achieved work, Gretchen Warren has created the fisrt comprehensive, photgraphicaly illustrated reference and teaching guie on classical ballet technique. In more than 2,600 photographs, Johan Renvall, Cynthia Harvey, Susan Jaffe, and an array o other dancers from such companies as the American Ballet Theatre and the Joffrey Ballet demonstrate in sequence every movement in the classical repertoire, from the most basic to the most advanced.

Frank Hatchett's Jazz Dance, by Frank Hatchett, Nancy Myers Gitlin A unique blend of energy, expressiveness, individual interpretation, and physical conditioning, Frank Hatchett's contemporary style of jazz dance is captivating dancers and audiences alike. Whether a novice or amateur of another dance form, you will be guided in the learning process by 242 photographs demonstrating Hatchett's characteristic moves.

TAP! The Greatest Tap Dance Stars and Their Stories 1900-1955, by Rusty E. Frank, Gregory Hines From the vaudeville era, through the Astaire-Rogers movies, to the intricate artistry of bebop, tap has dominated American dance with its rhythm, originality, and humor. This book collects the voices and memories of thirty of America's best-loved tap dance stars together with 200 rare theater, film, and publicity photographs.