Which of the following influenced the development of Jazz Dance?

What era was the jazz dance "Charleston" apart of?

What era was the jazz dance "Disco" apart of?

Which type of jazz dance was a popular part of the 1990s era?

Influenced by Caribbean culture, Katherine Dunham was credited with inventing what?

Different styles of jazz dancing developed simultaneously with jazz music in New Orleans.

Jazz dance is called an umbrella style because

What dance step developed as the basic move for big band swing music?

While jazz dance has many subcategories, the wide variety of styles fall under which two main categories?

Bob Fosse's style of dance includes the following:

The styles of African dance migrated to __________ and then to ________ ultimately inspiring the genre of jazz dance.

THE FATHER OF JAZZ DANCE

A form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and movies

A series of 3 steps in a back, side front pattern

How many steps do you take in a jazz square

A rocking step that changes the weight between the feet

Chasse means to chase

A turn or change in direction while feet stay in one place

This kick is done by making a semi-circle with the foot in the air either away or towards the body

A turn consisting of 3 steps: step out, step with half turn, step with another half turn.

A movement where you step and slowly slide the second leg in towards the body.

Who was the "Moonwalk" inspired by?

A grapevine travels sideways.

In what city did jazz first become popular?

Flicking one leg while the other passes into the air

Bending at the knees, maintaining a straight torso from head to knee

Open hands with strong extended fingers