Tapping

The Comdance TRADITIONAL TAP Syllabus was updated in 2017. The Traditional Tap syllabus is a complete training package with graduated exercises, amalgamations and dances suited to the target age group. The Syllabus caters for candidates from 4 years upwards and has been created by Sandra Breen OAM, Janine Tirant, and Sharee Stirling, with contributions to exercises and routines by Jack Chambers, Renie Ann Martini, Keith Hawley and Chris Jordan; all are very experienced, well-respected tappers and choreographers. Theory is introduced from grade 5 upwards.

JESSE RASMUSSEN TAP

Jesse Rasmussen – Creative Director & Cast Member Tap Pack. Trained on the Gold Coast with Peta Norton and Robert Sturrock, Jesse has now a wide range of professional credits in live entertainment, commercial dance, corporate and within the film and television industry.

Jesse Rasmussen’s Tap Syllabus (JRT) is a fantastic addition to our vibrant tap community, designed for both young and advanced tap dancers.

This innovative syllabus focuses on technique, performance, and creativity, inspired by current styles, trends, and choreography infused with elements of the classic golden era. Jesse Rasmussen’s syllabus is tailored for the audience and tap dance market of today.

This new syllabus will offer an alternative to our current syllabus, providing students with the opportunity to explore both syllabi as each presents a unique approach to style and technique.

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