Jazz Introduction

What dance style reflects the diversity of American culture?

• Hip Hop

• Ballet

• Jazz

• Huapangos

Where do the origins of jazz music and dance primarily come from?

• America

• Africa

• Asia

• New Orleans

Who is known as the 'Father of Theatrical Jazz Dance'?

(a)  

Which dance was popular in the early 1900’s?

• The Twist

• Jazz Hands

• The Dougie

• The Charleston

The origins of jazz music and dance are found in the rhythms and movements brought to America by African slaves. The style of African dance is earthy; low, knees bent, pulsating body movements emphasized by body isolations and hand-clapping. As slaves forced into America, starting during the 1600’s, Africans from many cultures were cut off from their families, languages and tribal traditions. The result was an intermingling of African cultures that created a new culture with both African and European elements. The Slave Act of 1740 prohibited slaves from playing African drums or performing African dances, but that did not suppress their desire to cling to those parts of their cultural identity.

What was the result of Africans being cut off from their families and traditions?

(a)  

This woman is considered the "Queen of Black Dance..."

• Janet Jackson

• Katherine Dunham

• Queen Bey

• Katrina Durham

Where was Congo Square located?

(a)  

Which dessert was rewarded after a popular jazz dance in the 1900's?

• Candy

• BROWNies

• Cake!

• Chocolate Pudding

Which 3 are famous jazz dances?

• Cakewalk, The Shimmy, and The Lindy Hop

• The Shimmy, Cakerun, The Hop

• The Lindy Hop, The Charleston, Cakewaltz

• The Lindy Hop, Jazz Hands, Cakewalk

Which type of jazz dancing did your dance teacher used to do in high school?

• Afro-jazz

• Hip Hop Jazz

• Theater Jazz

• Competitive Jazz