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  • “Tango Argentin Un « bréviaire » de poche pour ses danseurs”

    Dans ce livre, nous découvrons le code d'honneur des danseurs "portenos" du Tango Milonguero, qui sont restés "non contaminés" par le tourisme autour du Tango, et dont la plupart ont plus ou moins 70-80 ans. Leur comportement reflète des concepts dont on parlait déjà dans la Chine ancienne ! Découvrons-les ensemble en marchant sur les traces du philosophe chinois Lao Tse et de los Viejos ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • “Lezioni di tangoraccontate da una principiante” Excerpt From Lezioni di Tango Raccontate da una Principiante

    by Anna Mallamo ...
    I tremori e le incertezze, le folgorazioni e le palpitazioni attraverso cui passano tutti i principianti della danza più bella del mondo, non a caso dichiarata "Patrimonio culturale dell'Umanità" dall'Unesco, sono raccontati con uno stile ironico ma appassionato attraverso 16 lezioni – a metà tra diario intimo e bozzetto sociale – che toccano tutti gli aspetti, le convenzioni e le "regole" del ... Read more

    $5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Oxford Handbook of Improvisation in Dance

    Edited by Vida L. Midgelow ...
    Series series Oxford Handbooks
    From the dance floor of a tango club to group therapy classes, from ballet to community theatre, improvised dance is everywhere. For some dance artists, improvisation is one of many approaches within the choreographic process. For others, it is a performance form in its own right. And while it has long been practiced, it is only within the last twenty years that dance improvisation has become a ... Read more

    $170.99 USD

  • The Martha Graham Dance Company

    House of the Pelvic Truth

    What is the legacy of Martha Graham and why does it endure?*How and why did the philosophy and subsequent canon of Martha Graham flood out into an artistic diaspora that is still a wellspring of inspiration for contemporary artists?How do dancers that have never studied with, or worked under, Martha Graham maintain her vision?*All of these questions, and many more, are considered in this ... Read more

    $26.99 USD

  • The History Of Dance - The Dance In Portugal, Spain, And Italy

    by Lilly Grove ...
    This vintage book is a concise treatise on the history of dancing in Portugal, Spain, and Italy. Profusely illustrated and full of fascinating information and interesting insights, this is a volume that will appeal to those with an interest in the traditional dances and songs of these countries. Contents include: “Portuguese Dances”, “Basque Dances”, “Spain”, and “Italy”. Many vintage books such ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The History Of Dance - Ritual Dance

    by Lilly Grove ...
    This vintage book is a treatise on ritualistic dancing. It delves into the fascinating history of dancing in ancient societies and explores its development within religions ceremonies throughout the ages from the ancient Egyptians to modern Christianity. “The History Of Dance - Ritual Dance” is highly recommended for those with an interest in the relationship between dance and religion and would ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The First Steps

    by Lara Johnson ...
    Pole fitness is an amazing sport, it isn't judgmental, there is styles and techniques for all genders, ages, shapes and sizes. What I love about it is the sense of achievement, every new move is a new goal. It is so empowering! That constant feeling of growth, both mentally and physically draws so many to this amazing art.The pole fitness industry itself has grown rapidly. So much so that it seems ... Read more

    $18.99 USD

  • The Encyclopedia of World Folk Dance

    While there are books about folk dances from individual countries or regions, there isn’t a single comprehensive book on folk dances across the globe. This illustrated compendium offers the student, teacher, choreographer, historian, media critic, ethnographer, and general reader an overview of the evolution and social and religious significance of folk dance.The Encyclopedia of World Folk ... Read more

    $103.99 USD

  • The Encyclopedia of World Ballet

    Throughout the centuries, ballet has had a rich and ever-evolving role in the humanities. Renowned choreographers, composers, and performers have contributed to this unique art form, staging enduring works of beauty. Significant productions by major companies embrace innovations and adaptations, enabling ballet to thrive and delight audiences all over the globe.In The Encyclopedia of World Ballet ... Read more

    $103.99 USD

  • The Bloomsbury Companion to Dance Studies

    Edited by Sherril Dodds ...
    Series series Bloomsbury Companions
    The Bloomsbury Companion to Dance Studies brings together leading international dance scholars in this single collection to provide a vivid picture of the state of contemporary dance research. The book commences with an introduction that privileges dancing as both a site of knowledge formation and a methodological approach, followed by a provocative overview of the methods and problems that dance ... Read more

    $48.99 USD

  • The Art Of Dancing, Historically Illustrated - To Which Is Added A Few Hints On Etiquette

    Also, The Figures, Music, And Necessary Instruction For The Performance Of The Most Modern And Approved Dances, As Executed At The Private Academies Of The Author

    Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Temas para a dança brasileira

    Edited by Sigrid Nora ...
    Reflexões de críticos, curadores e pesquisadores renomados, nacional e internacionalmente, sobre importantes e urgentes questões relacionadas à dança contemporânea no Brasil. O livro compila artigos sobre os seguintes temas: A crítica de dança e o jornalismo cultural no Brasil, Produção em dança: especificidades de um ofício, Estratégias de colaboração para a dança no Brasil e Dramaturgia e dança: ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Teaching Ballroom Dancing - The Class Method

    by Various ...
    This vintage book is a comprehensive guide to teaching ballroom dancing, with information on different teaching methods, hints on teaching one-to-one and in groups, detailed diagrams, handy tips for teachers, and much more. This volume will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in teaching or learning a variety of ballroom dances from the waltz to the tango. Contents include: ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango. Technical Guide to Fundamentals and analysis of emotional behaviors in dance

    A technical guide to the fundamentals of argentine tango, essential, rich in details, tips, and practical advice; true private lessons enclosed in a book that you can use to approach the study of dance in a correct way, optimizing times and methods of learning without getting lost in the meanders of stylistic connotations and ‘figures’. And also, a guide to the exploration of one’s inner world to ... Read more

    $13.31 USD

  • Tango Zen: Walking Dance Meditation

    by Chan Park ...
    Would you like to meditate while dancing the Tango? Yes, Buddha can teach you to dance the Tango through ZBut, You might ask, "How does the Tango have anything to do with Zen?"TangoZen is an innovative yet natural way of meditating while dancing the Tango. Referring to striking similarities, this book will introduce methods through which Tango dancers and non-dancers can practice TangoZen to ... Read more

    $5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Queer Buenos Aires

    A handful of people in Buenos Aires pioneered Queer Tango – an evolved version of the traditional tango dance that challenges stereotyped gender roles. We asked two of the city's foremost Queer Tango instructors to show us their inclusive and loveable Buenos Aires. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Grande Musica Per Un Grande Ballo

    Guida per Ballerini, Dj di tango, Musicisti. di Pier Aldo Vignazia. Questo libro prende in esame i modi migliori di proporre la musica, tratti dall'esperienza dei più rinomati musicalizadores (d.j. di tango) di Buenos Aires, e i "codici" di comportamento nelle milongas (luoghi dove si balla il tango), che a quei modi sono strettamente legati. Utilissimo per ballerini di tango e Maestri, musicisti, ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino Piccolo Breviario per i suoi Ballerini

    In questo libro scopriamo il codice d'onore dei ballerini porteños del Tango Milonguero, non contaminati dal turismo del Tango, la cui età si aggira intorno ai 70-80 anni. Il loro comportamento rispecchia i concetti di cui si parlava giaà nell'antica Cina! Scopriamoli insieme seguendo le orme del saggio Lao Tse e de Viejos Milongueros. Rimarrete sicuramente sorpresi! ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino Piccolo Breviario per i suoi Ballerini

    In questo libro scopriamo il codice d'onore dei ballerini porteños del Tango Milonguero, non contaminati dal turismo del Tango, la cui età si aggira intorno ai 70-80 anni. Il loro comportamento rispecchia i concetti di cui si parlava giaà nell'antica Cina! Scopriamoli insieme seguendo le orme del saggio Lao Tse e de Viejos Milongueros. Rimarrete sicuramente sorpresi! ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino Kleines Brevier Für Seine Tänzer

    In diesem Buch Entdecken wir sie gemeinsam auf den Spuren des weisen Lao Tse und der Viejos Milongueros..Sie sind nicht durch Tango-Tourismus kontaminiert worden. Ihr Alter beträgt etwa 70-80 Jahre.Ihr Verhalten spiegelt die Konzepte wider, über die bereits im alten China gesprochen wurde.Entdecken wir sie gemeinsam auf den Spuren des weisen Laotse und des alten Milongueros. Sie werden sicherlich ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino Kleines Brevier fur seine dancers

    In diesem Buch lernen wir den Ehrenkodex der "portenos" Tänzer des Tango Milonguero kennen, die vom Tourismus rund um den Tango "unberührt" geblieben sind und von denen die meisten ungefähr 70-80 Jahre alt sind. Ihr Verhalten spiegelt Konzepte wider, über die schon im alten China gesprochen wurde! Lassen Sie uns diese gemeinsam entdecken, indem wir auf den Spuren des chinesischen Philosophen Lao ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino A Pocket 'Breviary' for Its Dancers

    In this book, we discover the code of honor of the 'portenos' dancers of the Tango Milonguero, who have remained 'uncontaminated' by the tourism surrounding the Tango, the major part of whom are more or less 70-80 years old. Their behavior reflects concepts that were already spoken of in ancient China! Let's discover them together by following in the footsteps of the Chinese philosopher, Lao Tse, ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino A Pocket 'Breviary' for its dancers

    In this book, we discover the code of honor of the 'portenos' dancers of the Tango Milonguero, who have remained 'uncontaminated' by the tourism surrounding the Tango, the major part of whom are more or less 70-80 years old. Their behavior reflects concepts that were already spoken of in ancient China! Let's discover them together by following in the footsteps of the Chinese philosopher, Lao Tse, ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Tango Argentino a Buenos Aires 36 consigli

    Patricia Müller ci fa conoscere, indagando sulle situazioni storiche, sui personaggi e sui luoghi importanti di Buenos Aires, come gli indios, gli schiavi africani, i coloni spagnoli e gli immigranti europei hanno plasmato il tango e sviluppato il suo ballo. Attraverso esercizi pratici e semplici impariamo a tonificare e rilassare il corpo, a ballare facendo un tutt'uno con il partner e ad ... Read more

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