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Theresa Buckland

Emeritus Professor of Dance History and Ethnography whose research focuses on the social history and technique of couple dances such as the waltz.

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Oct 9, 2025 • 52min

The Waltz (Archive Episode)

Join Theresa Buckland, a dance history expert, Derek B. Scott, a specialist in 19th-century music, and Susan Jones, an English literature scholar, as they explore the captivating world of the waltz. They delve into how this dance transformed social interactions and influenced literature, from Byron to Woolf. The guests discuss its revolutionary techniques, the cultural anxieties it sparked, and the unique connections it forged across social classes. Discover why the waltz remains a staple in dance and its ongoing evolution amid changing musical trends.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 52min

The Waltz (Archive Episode)

Theresa Jill Buckland, an Emeritus Professor of Dance History, discusses the waltz's evolution from its German roots to its rise in British ballrooms. Derek B. Scott, a music expert, highlights the influence of Johann Strauss on the dance's distinctive sound. Susan Jones, an English Literature scholar, explores the waltz's representation in literature and its moral complexities. Together, they delve into how this once-controversial dance bridged social divides, reshaped popular culture, and remains a significant force in music and literature today.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 52min

The Waltz

Join Susan Jones, an Emeritus Professor of English Literature, Derek B. Scott, a music expert, and Theresa Buckland, a dance historian, as they explore the enchanting world of the waltz. They delve into its revolutionary impact on 19th-century Britain, the intimate connections it fostered among dancers, and its influence on literature and music. The discussion highlights the waltz's sensuality, social dynamics in ballroom culture, and how the captivating showmanship of Johann Strauss transformed musical performances, all while reflecting societal norms and identities.

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