Tap 4- Intermediate (9+)

 In the Tap IV Intermediate Level, the focus is placed on the coordinated movements of the dancer's entire body, as opposed to the solely focusing on footwork / sounds or upper body in the Beginning levels. The development of the warm-up from ankle rolls through change-over cramp rolls, as well as the execution of correct and clear sounds are one of the main goals for this level.  The Tap IV Intermediate Students will utilize the space more efficiently by adding more complicated travelling movements in combination with stationary movements. The Students are motivated to apply self-correction and to demonstrate a higher level of self-awareness.  Performance opportunities include Adagio Ballet School's winter recital and the Annual recital in the spring.

Movements Mastered:

Flap Cramp Rolls, Flap Cramp Roll Change Over, Stomp Cramp Rolls, Triple Buffalo

Single Buck Time Ste, Double Buck Time Step, Triple Buck Time Step

Quadruple Buck Time Step, Right and Left Pull Backs

Tap 5 - Intermediate (10+)

The Students at this level will continue to improve the quality of the rhythm. They will demonstrate ability to dance with equal emphasis on the musicality, level appropriate tap technique, posture, and sounds. Consistency of always being on Releve is expected at this level.  The Tap V Intermediate Students are expected to learn new combinations quickly and be able to execute sounds following verbal instruction only. This will require a very good level of understanding of the genre of tap dancing.  A faster pace of the class and center work is expected.  Performance opportunities include Adagio Ballet School's winter recital and the Annual recital in the spring.

Movements Mastered:

Flap Cramp Rolls, Flap Cramp Roll Change Over, Stomp Cramp Rolls, Triple Buffalo

Single Buck Time Ste, Double Buck Time Step, Triple Buck Time Step

Quadruple Buck Time Step, Right and Left Pull Backs, Introduction of Wings with arms in second position

Tap 6 - Intermediate (11+)

At this level, the Students will learn to understand in grater details the process and the specifics of Tap dance performing.  The technique learned so far will be perfected and refined with the emphasis on the performing qualities. Students at this level will improve their stage confidence and add personality to their dancing. 

Movements Mastered:

Personality! Right and Left pull backs, Double wings and Triple wings, Flap Cramp Rolls, Flap Cramp Roll Change Over, Stomp Cramp Rolls, Triple Buffalo

Single Buck Time Ste, Double Buck Time Step, Triple Buck Time Step