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Where Ksenia Parkhatskaya and guest writers provide insights and research in the world of solo dance
Dance
How to improve your Lindy hop with solo jazz: 8 ways
Solo jazz is one of the best ways to help you improve your Lindy Hop. Lindy hop is a partnered dance that gives a lot of freedom to each partner. Even when…...
Dance
How to Do the Charleston Dance – Steps, 20’s & 30’s Styles & History
The Charleston dance was called “The King of Dances” in the 20th century, leaving a huge mark on American culture. In this guide, you’ll learn: Whether you’re a beginner or a dance…...
Dance, History
Charleston Dance History: From African Roots to 1920s Fame
The Charleston Dance Everyone Thinks They Know Any of us who dance swing love the Charleston dance — but how many truly know its history? When people picture the Charleston, they often…...
Dance, History
Vernacular, authentic or modern, what is jazz dance?
(Solo) Jazz dance is an umbrella term collecting many dancing styles with different history. Let’s clarify a very common and equally most confusing topic of what is the difference between vernacular, authentic,…...
Dance
How to improve your turns in solo jazz dance as a beginner
If you are a beginner, to improve your turns in solo jazz, first you need to focus on the basic techniques of turns. Preparation and spotting are the 2 most important elements…...
Dance
The 3 most famous flappers and how they changed the image of a woman
“Flippant flapper, trim and dapper, naughty, haughty, chic man-trapper. All together now, boys, ‘Has she got IT? Well, I guess. Clara! Clara! Yes! Yes! Yes!’ ” The Akron Beacon Journal from Akron, Ohio…...
Dance
Basic Solo Jazz Steps Every Dancer Should Know (and Their History)
What Are the Essential Solo Jazz Steps (and Where Do They Come From)? If you’ve just started learning solo jazz, you might be wondering: What are the essential solo jazz steps I…...
Dance
History of Jazz Dance: 10 Powerful Insights on African Roots and Cultural Legacy
Jazz dance is one of the most vibrant, rhythm-rich, and expressive dance forms in the world — but the history of jazz dance goes far beyond flashy steps. Its roots lie deep…...
Dance
3 essential habits to improve your solo jazz dance
Discover how to improve your solo jazz dance with 3 essential habits. Learn how to improve and help you refine your solo jazz movement and style. 1. Film yourself, film yourself, film yourself…...
Dance
An injury-free body in solo jazz dance
Whether you are a professional dancer or it’s your hobby to dance solo jazz and swing dance styles, it’s so important to know how to keep your body injury-free. In this blog,…...
