

#027 - 6♦️ - Bril Barrett, M.A.D.D. Rhythms Chicago & the importance of the 'ONE.'
Dec 20, 2019
Chicago native Bril Barrett discusses tap dancing and the importance of the 'ONE.' He clarifies the Shim Sham, Lon Chaney's 'Big Man's Dance,' and the significance of rhythm in tap dancing. The podcast delves into tap history, movie representation, and preserving tap dance legacy. Memorable cutting contest with Sammy Davis and baby Lawrence, passing down traditions, counting methods in tap dancing, and upcoming projects are also highlighted.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Celebrating Tap Dance History and Legends
02:40 • 23min
Preserving Tap Dance History Through Film
25:12 • 2min
Exploring the Editing of The Cotton Club and the Representation of Black Characters in Tap History
27:17 • 3min
Exploring the Lack of Historical Knowledge in Tap Dancing
30:44 • 24min
Memorable cutting contest between Sammy Davis and baby Lawrence
54:46 • 1min
Legendary Tap Dancers and Passing Down Traditions
56:13 • 23min
Upcoming Projects and Celebrations
01:19:32 • 4min
Preserving Tap Dance Legacy and Rhythmic Pathways
01:23:50 • 18min
The Importance of Counting Methods in Tap Dancing
01:42:19 • 5min
Expressing Gratitude to Sponsors and Listeners
01:46:51 • 4min