This comprehensive work contains in-depth descriptions of Poland's most characteristic dances. Step-by-step instructions on basic steps with illustrations and over 90 appropriate musical selections with historical information on folklore. The author was born and raised in Poland and is the artistic director and choreographer of the Syrena Polish Folk Dance Ensemble in Milwaukee.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Heritage Recovered,
By Carol (Milwaukee, WI, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Polish Folk Dances and Songs: Step-By-Step Guide (Hardcover)
I was expecting a pamphlet and I received a treasure. Particularly, I enjoyed the background on the dances, the clarity of expression in describing the steps, and the author herself. A surprising plus, all the Polish words and captions are given a pronunciation key, a terrific help for those of us who have lost our heritage language. I am honored to have a signed copy. Also available are two cassettes with the music for the dances, recorded by the author in her travels in Poland. This book is a treasure for dance teachers and everyone who believes that heritage should be preserved.
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Comprehensive Reference of Polish Folk Dance & Music,
This review is from: Polish Folk Dances and Songs: Step-By-Step Guide (Hardcover)
A very comprehensive and thoroughly researched reference for Polish regional and national dances. Published in english it explores the origins and sources of dances through numerous musically notated examples which have original dialect lyrics plus translations. Dances are explored in their regional, historic and cultural context. A Tailored reference for choreographers, dance groups and musicians it can also be read to obtain an understanding of regional influences, movement and progression of traditional folk dance types within Poland. The text provides detailed instructions for dance formations and choreography with diagrams showing body stance and presentation for performance. The authors have produced a thorough reference with over a hundred examples that preserves a representative portion of this special heritage.
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