This book presents a course text for dance teachers and students, as well as a reference for dance professionals. It uses an investigative approach to the history of dance and the wider appreciation of dance as an art form. A chronological study from origins to the present, "History of Dance" examines dancers and dance performance within a historical, social and cultural context. The major dances from each period are presented, including types of movement, number of people, formations, dance structure and type, dance accompaniment, costume and performance space. It includes relevant historical information for supplementing ballet, modern and social dance classes. Its chapters include web resources, photographs and paintings to give readers further options for researching dance in each historical period.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Gayle Kassing has taught dance technique, teaching methods and curriculum design for more than 25 years. She currently works as an acquisitions editor in Human Kinetics' division of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. She is also a member of the US National Dance Association.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: APlus Textbooks, Alpharetta, GA, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Limited Copies Available - Very Good Condition - May have school stamp and/or student names - May have some cover wear - DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY CDs OR ACCESS CODES IF APPLICABLE. Seller Inventory # 0736060359U
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Provides information for dance teachers and students, as well as a reference for dance professionals. This book uses an investigative approach to the history of dance and its appreciation as an art form. It presents a chronological study since the origins that examines dancers and dance performance within a historical, social and cultural context. Seller Inventory # 00110709161
Seller: Austin Goodwill 1101, Austin, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: good. Book shows general signs of use and handling. May have light wear on the cover or edges and minimal writing or highlighting. Binding remains tight, and pages are clean and readable. Seller Inventory # CTXV.0736060359.G
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Provides information for dance teachers and students, as well as a reference for dance professionals. This book uses an investigative approach to the history of dance and its appreciation as an art form. It presents a chronological study since the origins that examines dancers and dance performance within a historical, social and cultural context. Seller Inventory # CIN0736060359G
Seller: Book Dispensary, Concord, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. VERY GOOD hardcover, no marks in text; a very clean, apparently unread copy. Book. Seller Inventory # 156338
Seller: Textbooks_Source, Columbia, MO, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes). Seller Inventory # 000816727U
Seller: Archives Books, Inc., Edmond, OK, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No markings on text. No CD or Access code. Historic Oklahoma Bookstore on Route 66. Packages shipped daily, Mon-Friday. Seller Inventory # mon0000749036
Seller: APlus Textbooks, Alpharetta, GA, U.S.A.
Condition: Fine. Limited Copies Available - Like New/Mint Condition - DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY CDs OR ACCESS CODES IF APPLICABLE - May have barcode or school stamp. Seller Inventory # 0736060359M
Seller: Basi6 International, Irving, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: Brand New. New. US edition. Expediting shipping for all USA and Europe orders excluding PO Box. Excellent Customer Service. Seller Inventory # ABEOCT25-111441
Seller: Romtrade Corp., STERLING HEIGHTS, MI, U.S.A.
Condition: New. This is a Brand-new US Edition. This Item may be shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide. Seller Inventory # ABBB-100960