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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

Tap Dancing begins

Tap dancing is back. Another aspect of tap dancing is improvisation, the timing of the step, the foundation of which tap dancing is built and the means by which the rhythm is based all of these factors are very important. To some it may seem that tap dancing is losing ground in the world of dance.

The art of tap dancing is a culture in itself. Tap dancing is a great workout. A fun way to exercise is tap dancing; some of the benefits of dance are coordination and rhythm development. Even better, one hour of tap dancing is thought to burn around 250 calories. Tap dancing is fun for both the audience and the dancer and especially children.

Getting starting with Tap dancing

The first thing that you need for tap dancing is, of course, tap shoes. You can find tap shoes online or at a local dance store. Tap shoes have metal on the toes and heels that make a "tapping" sound when ever you stomp on them. You can also make your own tap shoes.

You can basically use any shoe that you want to use from a dance shoe to boots. Once you have chosen your shoe, you can buy taps and put them on the bottom of your shoe. Before you put your taps in place permanently, make sure that they are on the correct place on your shoe as shoes have different soles and shapes.

Tap Dancing performances

RiverDance / Lord Of The Dance / Feet Of Flames / Celtic Tiger

While not technically theatrical productions, these dance shows created Michael Flatley are shows you don't want to miss. Each show features rousing Irish music (albeit modernized), amazing costumes and effects, and Michael Flatley's signature dance style – part flamenco, part Irish dancing, but mostly tap dancing.

CONCLUSION

Tap Dancing in its formative years was born when the time step was conceived and the time step was rearranged and embellished by many dancers who wanted to add there own personal touch. Each tap-dancer could be recognised by the time step they performed. In the beginning each dancer would start with the time step, which also was a way of conveying tempo or speed of music to the band, then they would perform there particular routine.