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Tap Dance Rhythms
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Ball Change
A change of weight from the ball of one foot to the other; used in many tap rhythms, such as the end of a time step.
Waltz Clog
A 3/4 time rhythm using shuffle and step sequences; example: traditional tap routine that mimics the feel of a waltz.
3/4 Time
A waltz time signature with three quarter notes per measure; example: used in tap dances that have a waltz feel.
Riff
A sound created by brushing the foot forward and striking the heel down; can be incorporated into more complex rhythms; for example, a riff turn.
Cincinnati
A tap rhythm consisting of a shuffle, jump, and a heel drop; example: a classic rhythm used in more complex routines.
Stomp
A strong, heavy tap sound made by hitting the floor with the entire foot; used to emphasize beats; for example, in a tap break.
Single Time Step
A basic tap rhythm that sounds like 'flap-ball-change'; an example would be a simple time step in a classic tap routine.
Double Time Step
A more complex rhythm than the single, with a sound pattern of 'flap-flap-ball-change'; example: an intermediate tap combination.
Maxie Ford
A challenging tap step that includes a leap, shuffle, and a toe tap on the opposite foot; typically seen in advanced tap sequences.
Irish
A rhythmic pattern using shuffle and hop steps; sounds like a quick, syncopated melody; often used in soft-shoe tap performances.
Triple Time Step
An advanced tap rhythm featuring 'shuffle-flap-ball-change'; often used in fast-paced and intricate tap numbers.
4/4 Time
A common time signature in tap, providing a steady beat of four quarter notes per measure; example: most classic tap dance songs.
Flap
A tap step made from a brush and step; sounds like a quick, light contact with the floor; example: often used in combinations and warm-ups.
Shuffle
A fundamental tap sound that combines a brush forward and back; for example, the shuffle step in a beginner's class.
6/8 Time
A compound time signature with a lilting rhythm, six eighth notes per measure; example: more flowing tap routines or jigs.
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