Junior Jazz DVD

A high-energy jazz class for children ages four through six. The class begins with a simple warm up and stretch by teacher Rosemary Boross and her beginner preschool students performed to exciting percussion music. Following are four different dances in four different styles of jazz. The dances are demonstrated and explained step-by-step to make it easy to dance along. 30 mins. (2004) DVD-All-Region.

Dancin' Habit 3 DVD

Three exciting Intermediate Level Jazz Combinations. Each is presented facing front and back with an easy step-by-step approach. Janet Roston shows how to simplify or increase difficulty and how you can develop these combinations into full-length performance pieces. The first combo: a light, lyrical, romantic routine, that celebrates dance and life; featuring a luscious track by recording artist Jan Stevens. The second: A mysterious, haunting Spanish-styled combo; dramatic and powerful. The third: A funky routine, fun and fast-paced, with an opportunity for dancers to flaunt their personality! Dance notes are included. 50 mins. (2007)DVD-All-Region.

Lifts For Kids DVD

This material-filled video presents lifts and partnering skills for young dancers taught by Don Mirault and demonstrated by two young teams, one ages 7 and 8, the other ages 11 and 12. Don presents a variety of easy and effective lifts you can integrate into your choreography. Along with individual lifts, Don shows the basic mechanics of lifting, proper line and hand placement, how to adjust lifts to each dancer's strengths, and how to develop teams. Competition studios - lifts and partner work always score high! Schools - boys love the challenge of lifts! It allows them to immediately shine as they increase their technique level! Created to meet the demand of dance teachers! 50 mins. (2007) DVD-All-Region.

Principles of Choreography DVD

Creating dynamic choreography can be an insurmountable challenge whether you're a studio teacher creating a jazz dance for a recital, a modern dance teacher preparing for your school's annual concert, or the director of an elite performing group getting ready to compete. Janet Roston shows you how to utilize the basic principles of choreography to create dances with IMPACT! This unique video incorporates both modern and jazz styles to illustrate a variety of ways to create powerful choreography that will excite your audience! Integrate these concepts into your classes as well as on the stage. Make a difference in your choreography NOW! 40 mins. (1999) DVD-All-Region.

Turns, Leaps and Tricks 1 DVD

Master teacher Terry Schulke presents her systematic, step-by-step, hands-on method to outstanding leaps and turns. Terry's students consistently win multiple 1st Place Awards at National Finals competitions. Using her concepts propel your dancers into strong multiple turns and high, technique-perfect leaps. Plus TRICKS! Correct technique for moves that add pizzazz to your choreography. Illusions, Floats, Pencils, Inverted Leaps and much more. Terry has taught this material nationally at Master Workshops. Learn from her and take your dancers to a new level. 35 mins. (2002) DVD-All-Region.

Turns, Leaps and Tricks 2 DVD

A terrific sequel to the acclaimed best seller! Master teacher Terry Schulke returns with more secrets to successful leaps, turns and tricks that will enable your dancers to produce: MULTIPLE TURNS FROM BASIC TO COMPLEX: Piqués, Chainés, Pirouette Variations, Compass Turns, Combination Turns. PICTURE-PERFECT LEAPS: Stag Leaps, Pas de Chat Variations, Stationary Leaps, Combined Leap Sequences. COMPLEX TRICKS: Integrating Pencils, Floats, Illusions, and more. Plus: PROGRESSIONS! Terry puts all the material together into dynamic across-the-floor sequences that will challenge and excite your dancers. 40 mins. (2003) DVD-All-Region.

Competition Choreography DVD

Why do some dances win award after award at competitions? What makes particular choreography stand out? How can you bring out the best in each performer? Terry Schulke, award-winning choreographer, dance teacher, and studio owner has the answers. Created specifically for competitions, Terry presents eight steps that will aid you in creating dances that win! To excel in competition the right music selection, dance style, technique level, and compositional elements are critical. Terry clearly presents methods to break down music, build excitement level, and show your dancers to their best advantage. Perfect for solos, trios, and group choreography. Great for dancers of all ages. Get the winning edge! 35 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

50 Licks Jazz Style DVD

Learn licks, turnarounds, bebop lines and more! Musicians Institute instructor Bruce Buckingham demonstrates the essential licks for the chords and progressions common to jazz II-V-I licks, turnaround licks, chromatic bebop lines, licks for altered chords and major and minor vamps, and more! He illustrates these licks in several styles, such as: swing, bossa nova, samba, swing 16ths, funky fusion and bluesy shuffles. With an accompanying instructional booklet, this DVD is a must for all jazz guitarists! 61 mins. DVD-All-Region.

David Friesen Jazz Workshop DVD

This exclusive DVD captures one of the highly acclaimed clinics presented by celebrated jazz musicians and educators David Friesen (bass) and Jerry Hahn (guitar) during their 2003 tour sponsored by high-end handmade string manufacturer Thomastik-Infeld. The workshop aims to broaden students' vision of music by explaining: practice techniques, how to listen, what to listen for, strengthening the time feel, participating in a small group format, understanding purpose and commitment, and more. DVD segments include: duo performance by Friesen and Hahn, discussions with students on specific playing issues, work with a student ensemble, and more. 67 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Jazz Saxophone:Instructional Techniques & Jazz Concert Performance DVD

This DVD by sax master Steve Wilkerson features great concert segments, plus hands-on instruction on: control; developing a powerful sound; jazz vibrato; mouth piece selection; playing fast; Stan Getz's style; phrasing; breathing techniques and more. Comes with a booklet featuring transcriptions to four of Steve's fantastic originals! 60 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Jazz Improvisation DVD

In this master class DVD, Berklee professor and saxophonist Ed Tomassi shows you how to build compelling improvisations out of just a few notes. Tomassi's method makes improvising simple. He demonstrates techniques for creating graceful solos from a two-, three- or four-note riff or motive, and shows how to add depth and variety by stringing several motives together. His system is easy to understand and practice; it will help you develop more interesting, cohesive and creative solos within any form or structure. 33 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Jazz Guitar Techniques: Modal Voicings DVD

Bring new colors and voicings to your playing with Berklee professor Rick Peckham, internationally known jazz guitarist, composer, writer and clinician. In this master class DVD, Peckham unlocks the mysteries of modal tonality, with a series of exercises and demonstrations that will expand your vocabulary, no matter what instrument you play. Peckham will show you how to extend your capabilities by integrating a variety of new voicings and articulations into your playing, so you can handle any modal situation guided by your own ears and instincts. 57 mins. DVD-All-Region.