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The Story of Irish Dance
Published by Lyons Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
From early accounts of dance customs in medieval Ireland to the present, Helen Brennan offers an authoritative look at the evolution of Irish dance. Every type of dance from social to traditional to clergy is included. Brennan takes care to explain the different styles and traditions that evolved from different parts of Ireland; which results in some lively discussions as people reminisce over old favorites. She also discusses how dance evolved to become such an important part of Ireland's culture and history. An appendix is offered to help explain the various steps involved in each style of dance including the Munster or Southern style, Single Shuffle, Double Shuffle, Treble Shuffle, the Heel Plant, the Cut, the Rock or Puzzle, the Drum, the Sean Nos Dance Style of Connemara, and the Northern Style.
Product Details
- Publisher: Lyons Press (April 1, 2022)
- Length: 208 pages
- ISBN13: 9781493069989
Raves and Reviews
"I use every inch of The Story of Irish Dance for my class at NYU in Irish Dance Performance. Helen Brennan's words breathe life into the history of our Irish dancing past and present. It is an invaluable resource." --Jean Butler, start of the original Riverdance
"A stimulating, smart and joyful account of the history of Irish step dance. The only book I ever read that answered questions I had about Irish Dance. This is a must read for every Irish dancer with an inquisitive mind!" --Colin Dunne, internationally renowned dancer and choreographer
"Helen Brennan's brilliant book is absolutely essential reading to anyone with an interest in the magnificent legacy and evolving story of Irish dance. It is scholarly but warm-hearted, erudite but readable, a work of astounding knowledge and inspiriting love, from a person with an utterly passionate devotion to her subject. It is a treasury of discoveries and an absolute joy. I warmly recommend it." --novelist Joseph O'Connir
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