The Story of Irish Dance (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781493066124)

From early accounts of dance customs in medieval Ireland to the present, Helen Brennan offers an authoritative look at the evolution of Irish dance. Every type of dance from social to traditional to clergy is included. Brennan takes care to explain the different styles and traditions that evolved from different parts of Ireland; which results in some lively discussions as people reminisce over old favorites. She also discusses how dance evolved to become such an important part of Ireland's culture and history. An appendix is offered to help explain the various steps involved in each style of dance including the Munster or Southern style, Single Shuffle, Double Shuffle, Treble Shuffle, the Heel Plant, the Cut, the Rock or Puzzle, the Drum, the Sean Nos Dance Style of Connemara, and the Northern Style.

Author: Helen Brennan
ISBN-10: 1493066129
ISBN-13: 9781493066124
Publisher: Lyons Press
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2022
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d

About the Author
Helen Brennan was a consultant for the producers of Riverdance. She lives in Dublin, Ireland.