Have Tap Shoes Will Travel #052 - 3♣️ - Max Pollak, a FULL DECK, the Austrian Clavé, and what it's like being a tap dancer on the USPS Forever stamp.
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Dec 29, 2021 Renowned tap dancer and Cuban music history expert, Max Pollak, joins the podcast to share his insights. They discuss tap floor design tips, recording body percussion, and the rarely talked about "Austrian Clavé." They also explore the significance of the tap floor and the shared elements in Latin American music. The podcast delves into the collaboration between Dizzy Gillespie and Chano Pozzo, the Cuban roots of Rumba music, and the importance of representing tap dance tradition. Plus, they discuss creating an Austrian version of Roomba Tap and the importance of traveling and listening to other cultures. Exciting upcoming events and sponsors are also mentioned.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Max Pollock: Tap Dancing, Cuban Music History, and Clavé
02:24 • 15min
The Significance of the Tap Floor
17:51 • 19min
Shared Elements in Latin American Music
36:51 • 11min
Cuban Musicians at Town Hall
48:11 • 12min
The Connection: Dizzy Gillespie, Mario Bausa, and Chano Pozzo
01:00:38 • 15min
The Cuban Roots of Rumba Music
01:16:05 • 9min
Connecting with the Guest and Explaining 'Roomba'
01:25:28 • 3min
Traveling, Postage Stamps, and Tap Dancing
01:28:44 • 5min
Creating an Austrian Version and Combining Music with Tap Dance
01:33:55 • 2min
Notsil Brass and the Trio Within
01:35:37 • 2min
The Importance of Listening and Traveling
01:37:12 • 13min
The Misconception and Importance of Improvisation in Tap Dancing
01:50:30 • 5min