Ballroom Dancing
By Alex Moore
10th Edition, $40.00
Newly revised edition released in 2006, with 100 diagrams of figures
of the Quickstep, Waltz, Foxtrot, and Tango, along with sections on
the Viennese Waltz and Rhythm dances. The "Bible" of
International-style Ballroom dancing, this updated hardback has
considerable text on basic principles of Ballroom dancing for
beginners, competitive dancers, and those studying for Ballroom
examinations.
Ballroom Dancing
By Alex Moore
9th Edition, $25.00 (limited quantities)
The "Bible" of International Style Ballroom Dancing, the
style used by both the professional and amateur world organizations.
This hardback has considerable text on basic principles of ballroom
dancing along with descriptions, and some foot diagrams of basic
figures in waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, and Viennese waltz. The
text material has useful information as well for students of
American Style.
The Ballroom Technique
By Imperial Society (ISTD)
10th Edition, 1982, reprinted (with
amendments), London, July 1994
134 pages, $29.00
This is Alex Moore’s Revised Technique (first printed in
1948) revised and updated. Figures described in detail for waltz,
foxtrot, tango, and quickstep for the following levels: Student
teacher, Associate, Licentiate, and Fellow–equivalent to
Bronze, Silver, and Gold. International Style. Softback.
Technique of Ballroom Dancing
By Guy Howard
International Dance Publications, Brighton England, New Edition 2007
144 pages, $80.00
Updated and revised in 2007, this is a complete guide for students
preparing for Professional IDTA Ballroom Examinations. Guy Howard is
one of the very few dance technicians whose depth of knowledge has
gained him international recognition. This revision includes the
latest developments, some deletions, and fine tuning of principles,
wihout altering the fundamental structure of the technique.
Technique of Ballroom Dancing
By Guy Howard
International Dance Publications, Brighton England, 2002
144 pages, $40.00 (limited quantities)
This hardback manual on International Style Dancing covers Waltz,
Quickstep, Foxtrot and Tango, plus three pages on social rhythm. It
is the text used by the International Dance Teachers Association
(IDTA). Guy Howard was a successful competitor and demonstrator,
and later, a coach who gained international recognition, including
induction to the American Ballroom Dancing Hall of Fame. He is
alleged to have ghost-written Alex Moore’s Revised
Technique. Some American dancers prefer this syllabus to the
Imperial Society’s Ballroom Technique.
Latin Syllabus Books
By Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, London,
$22.00 each, $100 for the whole set
These softbacks explain the dances and describe the figures for
Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Jive, and Paso Doble. Individual booklets for
each of the five Latin dances have replaced The Revised Technique
of Latin-American Dancing.
Technique of Latin Dancing
By Walter Laird
Brighton, England, New! Sixth Edition 2003
215 pages, $85.00
This elegantly bound hardback with dust cover is the
syllabus used by the International Dance Teachers
Association. Laird, an aereonautical engineer, was three
times World Champion with Lorraine and subsequently became
one of the world’s top Latin coaches. His book was
first published in 1961 and has been revised several
times. It has been the favorite of many U.S. teachers,
including U.S. Latin Champion, the late Bob Medeiros. 15
photos of dance positions. International Style.
Technique of Latin Dancing Supplement
By Walter Laird
Brighton, England, First Edition 1997, Reprint 1998
63 pages, $30.00
Describes figures in the five Latin dances listed in
Appendix 1 (Latin) of the British Dance Council Rule Book
that are not listed in Laird’s Technique
(above). These figures, for the most part, are advanced;
there are 8 in Rumba; 15 in Samba; 8 in Paso Doble, 13 in
Cha Cha, and 8 in Jive.
Questions and Answers
By Alex Moore, 3rd Edition, 1965
$20.00
Designed to prepare teachers for professional examinations
in both Standard and Latin. Also useful for students to
check their understanding of technique. The book is out
of print, but we have reproduced it on a copier with the
permission of the author.
Certified Correct
By Jeff Carlsen, Halifax, N.S., Dancing Bear Publishing Co., 1996
58 pages, $15.00
If you want to become a scrutineer of dance competitions
that use the Skating System of marking, this is the book
to study. It is equally useful for dancers who wish to
understand how their markings are derived. It is a must
for someone preparing for the scrutineers examination.
Contains a forward by Jane Edgett, the noted Canadian
coach and adjudicator. Clearly written, easy to understand.
Three Minutes of Intimacy–Dance Your Way to a Sensational Social Life
By Craig Marcott, Patchogue, NY, Sundance Publishing Co.,
First Printing, 2000
130 pages, $13.00
This attractive and interesting softback with a cover
illustration by Rhonda Poland Wernick is an excellent
guide to social dancing and makes a worthy birthday or
Christmas present. It explains how to get started, the
various ways of learning to dance, dance etiquette, and
what to wear. A valuable resource guide is included.
The Latin Hustle
By Lennart and Marion Strandh, 1979
132 pages, $10.00
Describes 61 figures. Also has photos and foot patterns.
The figures are also compatible with the 3-count hustle.
