The Tap Love Tour Podcast

Sandra Seaton, a playwright and former professor, discusses Dr. Bunny Briggs and Olivette Miller archives, Shuffle Along, Black storytelling, racial dynamics in entertainment, tap dance heritage, African American literature, and the importance of preserving Black cultural heritage in the arts.

Ethel Bruneau, known as Miss Swing, discusses the importance of community in dance education and the impact of teachers like Mary Bruce. They explore the significance of developing individual style in dancing and the challenges faced by black tap dancers in Canada. The chapter also explores the different options available to dancers - teaching and performing, and the importance of learning from past tap dance legends.

Jazz legend Dr. Barry Harris discusses the influence of tap legend Jimmy Slyde on the tap dancing community. They explore the musical interplay between tap dancers and musicians, the erosion of tap dancing traditions, and the importance of rhythm and musicality in performances.

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.

Montreal Tap Dance Legend 'Miss Swing' shares her teaching experience and philosophy as a Master Teacher. Topics include teaching fundamentals with patience and imagination, importance of style and class, balancing dance and family, and gratitude for influential figures in tap dance.

Montreal Tap Dance Legend 'Miss Swing' shares her experience touring with Cab Calloway and Pearl Bailey, along with her beginnings in New York. They discuss their early dance education, performing at Carnegie Hall, and meeting Miss Swing in a dance show.