Jazz

The essence of jazz dance is individual style, syncopation, improvisation, and accessible entertainment. Jazz dance is based on jazz music and has evolved from its early roots in European and African-American traditional dance as well as tap. Jazz dancing emphasizes individual style and expression of the music from pop, Broadway, blues, or rap. As in hip-hop, the unique style of the instructor and choreographer is also incorporated into the dance.

Jazz classes can be competitive or non-competitive. Students in performing groups will participate in festivals and/or competitions. All jazz classes will participate in Vanleena’s year-end recital, "On Stage."