The Tap Love Tour Podcast
Episode 12: Heather Cornell - Making Music Dance
Apr 21, 2016
Tap dancing pioneer Heather Cornell discusses her new album 'Making Music Dance' and the importance of embracing wisdom, musical passion, and collaboration in jazz tap composition. She also highlights the transformative power of collaborative music creation and the significance of prioritizing musicality in dance training.
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Quick takeaways
- Mastering tap dance requires a deeper understanding beyond learning the steps initially.
- Heather Cornell's innovative approach integrates tap as a unique musical instrument, expanding creative possibilities.
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Understanding the Process of Learning
Learning the step is just the beginning, constituting the first 5% of the work where one deals with the busy work. The subsequent 95% represents the process of truly learning how to play it. This distinction between the initial step and mastering the skill was highlighted, emphasizing the depth of understanding required once the basics are grasped.
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