Jazz-y

Hello Dancers!

Today I was reading up on one of my favorite types of dance - Jazz! Jazz dance is full of energy and movement; unlike Ballet, which has elegant and graceful lines, Jazz embraces the sometimes crazy and improvisational. It's a little more funky, if you will, but many dance teachers encourage ballet training before beginning jazz.

The first official American jazz dancer was Joe Frisco, who performed vaudeville. However, jazz roots can be traced all the way back to the 1800s. New Orleans is one of the main cities known for its roots in jazz and maintains that reputation today.

We have some excellent jazz teachers here at Ballet Petite who would love to show you a little more!

Happy Dancing!

- Molly