Dancing: The Indispensable Reference

by Ellen Jacob

An encyclopedia of information in an entertaining package, DANCING has been the leading practical reference on the subject since its first edition in 1982. The thought-provoking text embraces virtually every aspect, Finding the best teachers; Making your body and age work for you; Developing an individual style (what makes you unique and interesting); Dancing as a career, for fun and fitness, for children, for men; Choosing a dance quick tours of ballet, modern, jazz, and tap; Getting the most from classes, assessing your progress; Evaluating college dance programs; Preventing and treating injuries; Launching a career, coming to New York; Proper nutrition and gear. THERE'S MUCH MORE. backstage interviews with professionals, a comprehensive directory of national dance resources, 180 photos that illuminate and inspire. BE YOUR BEST. Deep inside this book's generous 352 pages is something even more an array of tools for discovering your unique gifts and the rich rewards of doing the best with what you've got. DANCING is a solid guide for serious dancers and an exuberant invitation for those beguiled yet intimidated by the idea of dancing. WELCOME SKATERS, GYMNASTS, FITNESS AND BALLROOM DANCERS. As artistic expression and polished form become increasingly important elements for these athletes, we find a growing readership among them. REFERENCE home, school, library; adopted as introductory TEXTBOOK by numerous college dance and theater depts.

349 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1998