Machine learning can help companies understand if their strategies to keep customers and employees safe are working — while also continuing to foster growth. While many companies are navigating reopening safely in the recovery period, it’s a delicate tap dance as COVID-19 rates continue to rise again in several states across the country. With some local governments beginning to roll back phased reopening plans, we have to rely on every tool in our arsenal to be one step ahead of the virus as we think about recovery. As businesses look to reopen and recoup sufficient revenue streams, they ..read more

Ok, I admit it! In spite of the fact that I am very much an adult and the books are written for kids, I did read all 7 books in the Harry Potter series. In fact, I really enjoyed them. So what lessons does Harry Potter have for tap dancers? Those of you who have been in a coma for the last few years may not know who Harry Potter is or why I am talking about him on a blog about tap dancing. Just indulge me… In short, Harry Potter is a boy who is invited to attend Hogwarts, one of the most prestigious schools of magic in the world because he has magical powers and needs to be trained to use them ..read more

This extensive playlist of tap dance songs from musicals contains well over 70 musical theatre tap songs. If you’re looking for old or classic tap songs, this is for you. To be clear, not every one of these songs features the sounds of tap dancing. The playlist contains songs that already feature tap dancing as well as songs that you can add your rhythms too. Wanna impress your tap teacher? I can help you here. Enjoy! ?? The tracks from Bring in ‘Da Noise, Bring In ‘Da Funk are among my personal favorites. I used to fall asleep listening to it when I first started out in tap class in hopes th ..read more

I’m always on the look out for exceptionally groovy tap dancing music that inspires me. Recently I stumbled upon the music of Manu Dibango, an Afro/Soul/Jazz Musician with a long and successful career. Tap dancers are supposed to be “on time” but I missed this “1” I hope you enjoy tap dancing to this song as much as I do: “Big Blow” by Manu Dibango: Enjoy more of my tap dancing music here. The post What I'm Tap Dancing To Today first appeared on Terrence Taps' Dance Blog ..read more

I’m TAPPY  to announce that I’ve been accepted to the 2018-2020 Texas Touring Roster of the Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA).   Terrence Taps – Texas Touring Roster     Book Me! I am a part of the Texas Commission on the Arts Texas Touring Roster. Support may be available to assist with my booking fees through the Arts Respond Performance Support grant program. This quarterly program provides support to Texas schools, libraries, and nonprofit organizations for hiring an artist from the TCA Touring Roster to give a performance, residency, or workshop. Thes ..read more

Hey guys, My Summer Library tour starts next month in Austin TX. If you’re in the area, swing by and check me out. See schedule below. 2018 Summer Library Tour             The post 2018 Summer Library Tour first appeared on Terrence Taps' Dance Blog ..read more

I have a habit of tap dancing everywhere…In this clip, I’m shopping for herbal tea The post Do I Have Some Tea For You! first appeared on Terrence Taps' Dance Blog ..read more

This playlist contains good tap dance songs that you may not have been lucky enough to stumble across. All of these tap songs are appropriate for students of all ages. Tap songs included on this playlist are: “Counting Stars” by OneRepublic (See the “Counting Stars” tap routine) “Galang(Trio Riot Version)” by Vijay Iyer Trio (See the “Galang” tap routine) “Segundo” by Pink Martini (See the “Segundo” tap routine) “Celloopa” by The Piano Guys (See the “Celloopa” tap routine) “Stacy’s Mom” by Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox “Tripped Out Slim” by Trombone Shorty “All About That Bass” by Scott B ..read more

It can be difficult to find great tap dance music. I have spent many hours listening to songs, hoping to find a groove that sparks my creativity. Also, tap dancers often have the opportunity to perform with live musicians but don’t know what tune to ask the band to play… This list has lots of tap dance music for you to explore. Several top tap dancers shared their favorite tap music! Everything listed below is considered a “jazz standard” so most musicians will be familiar with them. If, after scanning this list, you still need more musical inspiration, explore this month’s tap playlist from ..read more

IF you’re looking for new songs for tap dancing, I recently shared a new recommendation via the link. IF you’re looking for new tap steps to practice, I just posted one for you at this link. IF you need a portable tap dance floor for practice, follow this link to visit the “Portable Tap Floor Store”. IF NOT, thank you for stopping by. Terrence “Taps” The post Tap Steps, Music, Floors, & More first appeared on Terrence Taps' Dance Blog ..read more