The Essential Guide to Irish Dance
The Essential Guide to Irish Dance by Marie Duffy Pask, published by Crowood Press on August 16, 2022, is a comprehensive exploration of the rich heritage and culture of Irish dance. This 176-page book traces the evolution of Irish dance from its Celtic roots to its contemporary global presence, influenced by performances like Riverdance. It offers readers insights into both the historical context and the technical aspects of the dance form, making it suitable for a wide range of enthusiasts.
Readers will find detailed instruction that caters to all skill levels, covering essential topics such as solo dancing, traditional movements, Céilí dancing, and choreography. The guide also addresses the importance of physical fitness and mental health within the dance community. Illustrated with 208 color photos, alongside black-and-white images and figures, this edition serves as both a historical reference and a practical resource for dancers, teachers, and choreographers interested in the vibrant world of Irish dance.
Official synopsis Publisher
The Irish Dance genre is an essential part of the heritage and culture of Ireland. From its early roots in Celtic history, to the global growth inspired by shows such as Riverdance, to the modern- day competitive championships and Feisanna, it continues to be a vibrant and evolving dance form. The Essential Guide to Irish Dancing delves into the history and culture behind the world of Irish Dance, offering technical instruction from beginner-level to advanced, including how to prepare exciting set dances and choreograph innovative sequences. Topics covered include: Irish dance music; the fundamentals of solo dancing; traditional dance movements and set dances; Céilí dancing; competitions and careers; choreography, and finally, physical fitness and mental health. A valuable guide to the history and culture behind the world of Irish Dance, which continues to be a vibrant and evolving dance form. Will be of great interest to dancers; dance teachers, choreographers and Irish Dance enthusiasts. Offers technical instruction from beginner-level to advanced; how to prepare exciting set dances and choreograph innovative sequences. Packed with information on Irish dance music; solo dancing; traditional dance movements; Céilí dancing; choreography and so much more. Superbly illustrated with 208 colour photos; 5 b&w photos and 18 figures. Marie Duffy Pask has seventy years’ experience in Irish Dancing and was the Dance Director for Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance for twenty years. Foreword by Michael Flatley. Features and reviews in Dancing Times and One Dance magazines. Reviews in The Wonderful World of Dance; Exeunt and Total Theatre magazines.
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “The Essential Guide to Irish Dance” about?
Who is the author of “The Essential Guide to Irish Dance”?
When was “The Essential Guide to Irish Dance” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Essential Guide to Irish Dance”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
