Relative Rhythms | Where Music & Dance Meet Ian Berg
Nov 5, 2024
Ian Berg is a tap dancer, composer, and the founder of the tap company Subject:Matter, recently recognized for their first album. He shares his fascinating journey from ballet to a rich fusion of tap and jazz. Listeners will enjoy insights on sound management in dance education, creative recording challenges, and the vital connection between movement and music. Ian emphasizes collaborative improvisation strategies for tap dancers and musicians, while also addressing the need for hearing health in performance settings.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Breaking Free: A Journey Beyond Ballet
02:20 • 10min
The Rhythm of Movement in Jazz and Tap
12:00 • 13min
Navigating Sound and Rhythm in Dance Education
24:31 • 5min
Rhythmic Conversations: Tap Dance and Jazz Integration
29:04 • 28min
The Challenges of Sound Recording: A Personal Reflection
56:45 • 2min
The Artistry and Technique of Tap Dance
58:25 • 3min