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International Folk Dancing U.S.A. by Betty Casey

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30 Songs for 30 Years of Israel.: New York, 1978. F.J.E.G.N.W.
A Selection of European Folk Dances (Vol. 1-4).: Pergamon Press, 1971.
Abell, Allison. Dancing in the English Style: Consumption, Americanisation and National Identity in Britain, 1918-50.: Manchester University Press, 2017, 304 pp. The author explores the development, experience, and cultural representation of popular dance in Britain from the end of the First World War to the early 1950s. It describes the rise of modern ballroom dancing as Britain's predominant popular style, as well as the opening of hundreds of affordable dancing schools and purpose-built dance halls. Hardcover.
Abell, M. & Anderson, A. School Dances: Complete Practical Suggestijons for Planning and Staging the School Dance.: The Northwestern Press, 1942.
Adams, Doug. Appropriating Australian Folk Dance Into Sacred Dance.: The Sharing Co., 1987. 18 pp.
Ader, A. Drmeš.: Sestre & Company, 1985.
Ader, A. Slovenian and Croatian Dances.: Sestre & Company, 1993.
Agarkar, A. J. Folk Dance of Maharashtra.: Rajabbau Josji, 1950. Hardcover.
Ahye, M. Golden Heritage: The Dance in Trinidad and Tobago.: Heritage Cultures Limited, 1978.
Ajayi, Omofolabo S. Yoruba Dance: The Semiotics of Movement and Body Attitude in a Nigerian Culture.: Africa World Press, 1998. 196 pp. Delves into history to unearth the aesthetics, significance and the meaning attached to dance as a socio-cultural phenomenon among the Yoruba ethnic group of modern Nigeria. Paperback.
Ajello, Elvira. The Solo Irish Jig.: Beaumont Press, 1932. Glossary of terms; descriptions of the Irish jig; notes on costumes, and a brief essay on Irish music.
Ajoian, Frances. Armenian Bar Dances.: Sierra Printing & Lithograph, Frances Ajoian, 1996. Descriptions for 33 dances. Paperback.
Ajoian, Frances. Armenian Dances.: Frances Ajoian, Self Published, 1961, 1996. Descriptions for 33 dances. Paperback.
Al-Rawi, Rosina-Fawzia. Grandmother's Secrets: The Ancient Rituals and Healing Power of Bally Dancing.: Olive Branch Press, 2012, 224 pp. The author explores the history and technique of grieving and mourning dances, pregnancy and birth dances, and the dance's possibilities for healing and empowering women today. Paperback.
Alendri, Vincent. & Crum, Richard. Dances and Songs Compiled by Vincent Aeleandri and Richard Crum for Duquesne University Tamburitzans.: Duquesne University Tamburitzans, 1964.
Alevizos, S. & Alevizos, T. Folk Songs of Greece.: Oak Publications, 1968.
Alexander, R. & Mladenova, O. M. Intensive Bulgarian 1 & 2: A Textbook and Reference Grammar.: University of Wisconsin, 2000.
Alexandru, Tiberiu. Romanian Folk Music.: Musical Publishing House, 1980. 269 pp. 13 pages about Romanian dances (no descriptions). All about Romanian folk music, including musical scores, line drawing, black and white photographs. Paperback.
Alford, Violet. Dances of France, Vol. III, The Pyranees.: Max Parrish and Co., 1951. Crow Publishers, 1963. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Alford, Violet. Peeps at English Folk-Dances. Containing 12 Full-Page Illustrations, 4 Being in Colour.: A. & C. Black, 1923. Hardcover.
Alford, Violet. The Singing of the Travels, In Search of Dance and Drama.: Max Parrish and Co., 1956.
Alford, Violet. The Traditional Dance.: Methven and Co., 1935.
Ali, Shalimar. Learn to Belly Dance Textbook & Certification Program: Dance Lessons & Choreographies for Students, Troupes, Performers & Dance Instructors.: Xlibris US, 2011, 214 pp. The Shalimar Ali Dance Technique training style combined choreography and dance technique that certified local dancers at Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced, Group and Performer level. eBook.
Allan, Mozart, & Mitchell, A. C. Allan's Ballroom Guide.: Self Published, 1950.
Allen, Mozart. Allan's Reference Guide to the Ball-Room: With a Few Hints on Drawing-Room Etiquette. New Edition..: Self Published, 1890.
Allen, M. Square Dancemanship: A Collection of Articles from Square Dance Where?.: Self Published.
Allenby-Jaffe, Margaret. National Dance.: Crowood Press, 2007. 192 pp. Written for dance students, teachers, historians, and interested readers, the book also includes 175 color photos, and step-by-step descriptions of particular national dances and their accompanying music. Paperback.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Folk Dance of Europe.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1990. 344 pp. Paperback.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Hungarian Dance.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1938, 1990.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Ten Dances from Brittany.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1988. 24 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Ten Dances from Denmark.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1988. 24 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Ten Dances from Finland.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1988. 24 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Ten Dances from Portugal.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1988. 24 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. Ten Dances from Sweden.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1998. 24 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. and Margaret. European Folk Dance.: Folk DAnce Enterprises, 1987. 144 pp. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffé, Nigel S. and Margaret. The Netherlands.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1982. 144 pp. This is one of the European Folk Dance Series. Hardcover.
Allenby-Jaffe, Nigel S. The World of English Folk Dance.: Folk Dance Enterprises, 1990. 334 pp.
Allred, Terri. I Belly Dance Because: The Transformative Power of Dance.: Xlibris Corporation, 2014, 82 pp. The contributors have opened their lives and hearts to share their passion. Their stories of healing, compassion, joy, community, connection, and self-expression await you. Paperback.
AlZayer, Panni & Villacampa, Y. Middle Eastern Dance.: Chelsea House Publishers, 2003. 124 pp. World of Dance Series. Paperback.
AMAN. Institute of Dances from the Balkans.: AMAN.
AMAN. 2nd Annual Dance Institute.: AMAN.
AMAN. 3rd Annual Dance Institute.: AMAN, 1972.
AMAN. 4th Annual Dance Institute.: AMAN, 1973.
AMAN. 5th Annual Dance Institute.: AMAN, 1974.
AMAN. AMAN '76: Dance in Context: A Different Approach.: AMAN, 1976.
AMAN. Annual Dance Institute.: AMAN, 1978.
AMAN. AMAN Institute: Dances of Oaş and Maramureş.: AMAN, 1979.
AMAN. AMAN Institute '79 at the International Institute.: AMAN, 1979.
AMAN. Aman Institute '80.: AMAN, 1980.
AMAN. AMAN Institute 1981.: AMAN, 1981.
Ambriz. Canciones de Mexico: 200 Joyas dela Cancion Mexicana (Vol. I, II, III, IV).: Dibujos Musicales..
Ambrose, Kay. Classical Dances and Costumes of India.: A & C Black, 1983. 128 pp. Hardcover and Paperback.
American Association for Health, Physical Education and Recreation & National Section on Dance, C.O.S.M. Materials for Teaching Dance, Vol. II: Folk, Square, and Social Dance.: American Association for Health, Physical Education and Recreation, 1953.
Ammann. Kanak Dance and Music: Routledge, 1997. 256 pp. The beating of bark-clappers and the stamping of bamboo tubes was combined with part-songs by two singers, accompanied by the shouting, cries, and whistles of hundreds of dancers. All this must have left an indelible mark on the aural sensations of the participants. After such ceremonies, that world returned to the sounds of nature. Paperback.
Ampolo, Louis. A Manual of International Folk Dances.: WAppalachian Press, 1973. Omni Press, 1975. 73 pp. Paperback.
Ancona, George. Dancing is R.: Dutton Juvenile, 1981. 48 pp. Text and photographs introduce some dances of various countries around the world. Hardcover.
Ancona, George; Campoy, F. Isabel & Ada, Alma Flor. My Dances (Mis Bailes).: Children's Press, 2005. 32 pp. Paperback.
And, Metin. A Pictorial History of Turkish Dancing: From Folk Dancing to Whirling Dervishes, Belly Dancing to Ballet.: Dost Yayinlari, 1976. 182 pp. Paperback.
Anderson, Allie & Duthie, John M. A Complete Guide to Scottish Country Dancing.: McDougall's Educational Co. Complete guide for technique and styling; 2 simple country dances with music.
Anderson, Colleen Nelson & Davis, Susanne J. Recreational Folk Dance.: Kendall Hunt Publishing Co., 1998. 113 pp. Hardcover.
Anderson, Lydia. Folk Dancing: A First Book.: Franklin Watts, 1981. 64 pp. Discusses how folk dancing began and why it remains popular. Includes instructions for several dances from various countries. Hardcover.
Anderson, M. & Rogers, M. Songs in the Air.: Nashville, Tennessee: Methodist Board of Education. Cooperative Recreation Service, World Around Songs.
Anderson, V. C. Square and Circle.: Woodbury, New Jersey, 1950.
Andrews, S. Take Your Partners: Traditional Social Dancing in Colonial Australia.: Victorian Folk Music, 1976 (1978).
Andor Czompo.: City of Austin Parks & Recreation Department, 1975.
Anlena, L. Polskie Narodnie Tanci.: 'Iskusstvo, 1958.
Ansambl Linđo Dubrovnik. Yugoslavia – Folk Dances and Costumes.: Ansambl Linđo.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Foreign Folk Dances.: Self Published, 1951. 86 pp.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Fundamental Dance Steps and Music.: Kayumanggi Press, 1954 (1952, 1957). 94 pp. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine Folk Dances, Vol. I.: Kayumanggi Press, 1962. 25 dances; regional classification, pronunciation chart, costumes, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine Folk Dances, Vol. II.: Kayumanggi Press, 1953. 35 dances; regional classification, pronunciation chart, costumes, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine Folk Dances, Vol. III.: Kayumanggi Press, 1960. 26 dances; regional classification, pronunciation chart, costumes, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine Folk Dances, Vol. IV.: Kayumanggi Press. 22 dances; regional classification, pronunciation chart, costumes, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine Folk Dances, Vol. V.: National Bookstore, 1987, 134pp. Twenty-two dances; regional classification, pronunciation chart, costumes, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes. Philippine National Dances.: Silver Burdett Co., 1946. Fifty-three dances; regional classification, and piano music for each dance. Paperback.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes & Goquingco, L. O. Philippine Life: Folk Dances.: Cultural Foundations of the Philippines.
Aquino, Francisca Reyes & Remos, Petron. Philippine Folk Dance and Games.: Silver Burdett Co., 1927. Twenty folk dances and 46 games. Paperback.
Arbeau, Thoinet. Orchesography.: Dover Publications, 1967. 272 pp. Generally regarded as the most valuable book on 16th-century dance and music available, this volume offers detailed instructions for all of the steps involved in pavans, gavottes, galliards, and more. References to the practices of instrumental music of the 1500s appear throughout the text, in addition to 47 dance tunes with period barring and notation. 44 illustrations. Paperback.
Arma, Edmee. Entrez Dans la Danse avec Edmee Arma: 29 Danses Populaires Francaises avec Notation des Pas.: Henry Lemoine & cie, 1947.
Arma, Edmee; Gaillard, J. & DeLaRue, P. Voyez Comme on Danse: 71 Danses Populaires avec Notation des Pas.: Henry Lemoine, 1946.
Armstrong, Don. The Caller/Teacher Manual for Contras.: Sets in Order American Square Dance Society. Timing breakdowns for 101 contra dances. Teaching techniques, prompting. Paperback.
Armstrong, Don. Contra Dancing.: Lloyd Shaw Foundation Sales Division. More than 100 contra dances along with pictures, diagrams, and descriptions.
Armstrong, Don. Don Armstrong's Dance Notebook from Don Armstrong's Contra Holiday.: Don Armstrong, 1998. Self Published.
Armstrong, Don. Don Armstrong's Dance Workbook: A collection of 231 dances.: Don Armstrong, 1994. 101 pp. Self Published. Includes contras, quadrilles, squares, folk dances from 12 countries, mixers, line and novelty dances, and more! Spiral-bound.
Armstrong, Lucile. Dances of Portugal.: Max Parrish and Co., 1948. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Armstrong, Lucile. Dances of Spain, Vol. I, South, Centre and North-West.: Max Parrish and Co., 1950. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Armstrong, Lucile. Dances of Spain, Vol. II, North-East and East.: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Armstrong, Lucile. A Window on Folk Dance, with Special Reference to the Dances of the Iberian Peninsula.: Springfield Books, 1985. 128 pp. Hardcover.
Arnheim, Daniel D. Dance Injuries, Their Prevention and Care.: C. V. Mosby Co., 1975, 1991. Understand injuries and ways to treat them. Paperback.
Assaf, Morwenna. Academic Approach to Arabic Dance.: Self Published, 2014. Middle Eastern also called Arabic Style/Belly Dance is a misunderstood form that deserves the respect recognition equal to that given to that given other ethnic and classical dance forms. This book is aimed at the instructors of the dance as we hope the teachers are educated and knowledgeable enough Paperback. eBook.
Assaf, Morwenna. Finger Cymbals: Play Them Correctly.: Cedar Productions, 2014. This book helps raise the "barre" by educating Middle Eastern dancers and students on the playing of zills correctly. eBook.
Assaf, Morwenna. Handbook of Basic Dance Terminology: Dictionary of Vocabulary for Middle Eastern Dance Studies.: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013. Dictionary of Vocabulary for Middle Eastern Dance Studies. 1. Basic movements used in dance. Terms used in all dance forms that belly dancers should be familiar with. Quotations from Kahlil Gibran that pertain to the dance and the culture of the Middle East.Bios and pictures of the movers and shakersin our dance form today. Paperback.
Assaf, Morwenna. Shiny Beads and Shimmies: Welcome to Belly dance. Ask Before You Undulate.: Self Published, 2014, 85 pp. Do you love to dance? Interested in Belly-Dance? Do you not know where to turn ? Are you unsure as to what is acceptable and what is not? How do you know if a teacher is good or not? This book will answer these questions and more, then guide you in the right direction. Paperback.
Assaf, Morwenna. The Experience of Theater Dance for Belly Dancers.: Self Published, 2014, 128 pp. A great study for ethnic dancers who want to perform in theaters and small stage productions. eBook.
Assaf, Morwenna. ZILLS - ZAGAT Teaching Syllabus.: Self Published, 2014, 78 pp. This book is designed for the teacher of Middle Eastern Dance to teach rhythms and zills at the same time. eBook.
Attila, P. Rozsa 94 Magyar Nepdal.: Zenemukiado, 1953.
Austin, D. & Kappas, S. Modern Greek Folk Dances from "The Many Faces of Greektown".: Greektown Traditional Foods, Inc., 1975 (1976).
Austrian National Costume Calendar 1964.: Pinguin-Verlag, 1964.
Authentic Guide to Set Dancing for Instructors and Learners, An.: Donegal: Wm. Doherty & Co.
Avon, A. Reels et Jigs de Chez-Nous: Series de Danse Campagnardes d'Adrian Avon.: Parnasse Musical.
Axtmann, Ann M. Indians and Wannabes: Native American Powwow Dancing in the Northeast and Beyond.: University Press of Florida, 2013, 192 pp. Thousands of intertribal powwows occur every year throughout the United States and Canada. Sometimes lasting up to a week, these sacred and traditional events are central to Native American spirituality. Attendees dance, drum, sing, eat, reestablish family ties, and make new friends. Hardcover.
Ayutthayai, Dutsadi Boiriphat Na. The Regional Dances of Thailand.: Foundation for the Advancement of Educational Materials, 1962.
Babin, S. & Babin, R. Dance Around the World: A Guide to Twenty National Folk Dances.: MCA Music, 1969.
Baca, Pauline C. (ed.) Folk Dances of Czechoslovakia.: Pauline C. Baca, 1985. 133 pp. Contains sheet music and diagrams to five Czech, Moravian, Hanacka, Slovak, and Czechoslovak Besedas (collections of dances). The descriptions are clear.
Bachar, Shlomo. 23 Israeli Dances.: M S Method, 1974.
Bacon, E. Costume Basics.: Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc.
Bacon, H. Square Dance Instruction.: Mott Foundation Recreation Division, 1949.
Bacon, H. Couple Dances.: Mott Foundation Recreation Division, 1950.
Bacon, H. Speaking Calls for Square Dances.: Mott Foundation Recreation Division, 1950.
Bacon, H. Western Calls for Square Dances.: Mott Foundation Recreation Division, 1950.
Bahti, Tom. & DenDooven, K. C. Southwestern Indian Ceremonials.: KC Publications, 1970.
Baile Dance: Revista Mensual, 2:12.: Asociación de Maestros de Baile de Salón Cuba.
Baines, W. Around the Maypole: A May Day Festival with Maypole Dance Tunes for Piano and Complete Instructions for Dancing.: Theodore Presser Co., 1936.
Balassa, Ivan & Ortutay, Gyula. Hungarian Ethnography and Folklore.: Corvina Kiado, 1979. Hardcover.
Baldwin, C. The New England Square Dance Caller.: The New England Caller. Many issues published.
Balkan Arts Traditions.: Balkan Arts Center. Several issues published from 1974 to 1978.
Ballroom Dances: Old and New Favourites: GEM Series No. 48.: Banks Music House, 1935.
Ballwebber, Edith; Sidle, P. & Shelly, M. J. Group Instruction in Social Dance.: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1938.
Bambra, Audrey & Webster, Muriel. Teaching Folk Dancing.: B. T. Batsford Limited & Theatre Arts Books, 1972. 128 pp. Emphasis is given to the subtle differences in style and movement that make each dance unique in itself, and also part of a national culture. A step-by-step breakdown, music, and a kinetogram accompany each dance. Hardcover.
Banaţeanu, T.; Fosca, G. & Ionescu, E. Folk Costumes of Rumenia: State Publishing House for Literature and the Arts, 1958.
Banerji, Projesh. The Folk Dance of India.: Kitabistan Publishing Co., 1944. 129 pp. Hardcover.
Bannerman, Glen Q. Folk Dancing for Fun.: Department of Recreation and Parks, 1968.
Bannerman, Glen Q. & Pugsley, Neil. Recreation with Dance, Movement and Music.: Bridge Resources, 1999. 208 pp. A practical resource on the use of music in recreation programs, including methods of getting programs started, song leading, technical information for choosing sound systems, plus a wide variety of dances, games, mixers, and songs. Paperback.
Bannerman, Glen Q. & Fakkema, R. Guide for Recreation Leaders.: John Knox Press, 1975. Many forms of recreational ideas for any age group and ability.
Bantok, G. One Hundred Folksongs of All Nations.: Ditson, 1911.
Barber, Elizabeth Wayland. The Dancing Goddesses: Folklore, Archeology, and the Origins of European Dance.: Norton, 2013
Baring Gould, S. & Sharp, C. J. English Folk Songs for Schools.: Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Barnes, B. Folk Dances of Europe.: Beverly Barnes, 1983.
Barrand, Anthony G. Six Fools and a Dancer: The Timeless Way of the Morris.: North Harmony Publishing Co., 1991. 251 pp. To understand this characterization of the Morris is to know the quality without a name. To be able to learn from it is to follow the timeless way of Morris dancing and use its pattern language. If this book serves as a gate to the timeless way for any dancer, musician, spectator, or teacher it will have fulfilled its purpose. Hardcover.
Bartas, Yolanda. Latin American Costumes.: Hyperion Press, 1941.
Bartók, Bela. Roumanian Folk Dances.: Boosey and Hawkes, 2004. 12 pp. Paperback.
Bartók, Bela & Lord, Albert B. Serbo-Croatian Folk Songs.: Columbia University Press, 1951. The authors analyze "women's" songs collected Milman Perry in 1934 and 1935. Songs are given with music and lyrics.
Bartók, Bella & Kraus, L. Bela Bartók: Three Rondos on Folk Tunes; Romanian Folk Dances..: Decca, 1952. Lili Kraus on piano.
Bartolome, C. C. Philippine Recreational Games.: Phoenix Press, 1957.
Batiuchok, M. The Lindy.: Gallatin Division of New York University, 1988.
Bauer, Lois M. & Reed, Barbara A. Dance and Play Activities for the Elementary Grades, Vols. I-II.: Chartwell House, Inc., 1951 (1953, 1960). Volume I for grades one to three; Volume II for grades four to six.
Baum, Edna. Russian Peasant Dances.: Clayton F. Summy Co, 1928. Ten dances, 8 for elementary school, 2 for secondary.
Bayley & Ferguson. The Excelsior Dance Album.: Bayley & Ferguson, 1917~.
Bayley & Ferguson; Hogge, J. M.; Thompson, J. S. & Baxter, W. K. The Scottish Students' Song Book.: Bayley & Ferguson, 1891.
Beadle. Beadle's Dime Ball-Room Companion and Guide to Dancing.: Beadle and Company.
Beal, Daniel. Dances from Norway.: Precision Graphics, Inc., 1988. 202 pp. Includes sheet music, all words and translations. Historical notes, good footnotes. Excellent descriptions of Norwegian styling, many clear diagramsm 4 childrens dances, 11 song dances, 16 figure-dances, 11 old-time couple dances. Hardcover.
Beamer, Winona; Engle, Murray; Young, Zillah S.; Harward, Kalehuamakanoe & Jenkins, Carol A. Na Hula O Hawai'i: The Songs and Dances of the Beamer Family.: Island Heritage Publishing, 1976. 195 pp. Hardcover.
Becić, Jerko & Kolar, Walter W. A Suvey of Folk Musical Instruments in Yugoslavia, Idiophones.: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1975. 24 pp. Definition of terms, Idiophoones, Struck Idiophones (directly and indrectly), Plucked Idiophones, and Friction Idiophones. Paperback.
Bekooy, Wim. Hossahoi: Van hot en her, 15 Dutch Folkdances Presented by Wim Bekooy.: Self Published.
Bekooy, Wim. Veel Plezier Ermee: International Folkdances Presented by Wim Bekooy.: Self Published.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Dance and be Merry, Vol. I: Folk Dances with Variations Representing 17 Nations.: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1940. Thirty-one Lithuanian folk dance descriptions, piano music. Paperback.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Dance and be Merry, Vol. II: 16 Folk Dances with Variations Representing 8 Nations.: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1942. Sixteen Lithuanian folk dances, piano music. Paperback.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Dance of Lietuva.: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1951. Delaware, Ohio: Co-op Recreation Service, 1951. 54 circle and line dances from Lithuania with musical scores, song words, black and white drawings and photographs. Large Paperback.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Evening Song, The: Vakarinee Daina.: Bonnie Press, 1954 (revised in 1992). The first book in English of a collection of Lithuanian folk tales, legends and fables, compiled and translated by Vytautas F. Beliajus. Illustrated by Louis Denov.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Khanukkah, a Holiday Jolly.: Vytautas Finadar Beliajus, 1955 (1974). Self Published. A.D. Nix. Co. History, a skit, songs, and dances.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Lore (magazine).: Chicago Park System. A folklore magazine published by Vyts Beliajus, 1936-1939. The first folklore magazine devoted to folk dance and described by Mr. Beliajus as "sort of like a forerunner of VILTIS," was published with WPA money.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Let's Be Merry: Linksmi Bukim.: Cooperative Recreation Service, 1951. 38 pp. Descriptions of seven easy dances of Lithuania. Stories, games, piano music, song words. Booklet.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Merrily Dance.: Cooperative Recreation Service, Inc., 1947 (1955). 24 pp. Descriptions of 13 easy dances of France, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, United States (including Jewish, Palestinian, and Arabic dances). Piano music, song words. Booklet.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Ona: A Collection of Short Stories.: A.D. Nix and Sons, 1977. By Vytautas F. Beliajus; illustrations by Gloria Ptaicek Andersson. A collection of short stories of Lithuania. Cover art by Louis Denov.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Palestine Makes Merry.: In preparation when Vyts died.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Svieka Marija — Ave Maria.: Vytautas Finadar Beliajus, 1968. Self Published. Original composition by Vyts Beliajus. Arranged by Lizúdas Stukas. Music and text in Lithuanian and Latin. Cover art by Dick Oakes.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. They Still Do It.: In preparation when Vyts died.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Vaga — The Furrow.: Vytautas Finadar Beliajus, 1935. Self Published. First book in English of short stories and poetry by Lithuanian youth.
Beliajus, Vytautas Finadar. Viltis (magazine).: Self Published, 1944-1994. A folklore and dance magazine, published by Vyts Beliajus from 1942 to 1944 as a mimeographed armed-services newsletter, then as a printed publication from September, 1944 to Mr. Beliajus' death in 1994, when its publication was assumed by the International Institute of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Available on microfilm from Xerox's University Microfilms, Serials Dept., 300 N. Zeep Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48106.
Belzić, Jerko. Music of the Dinaric Zone Folk Dances.: No other info
Belzić, Jerko & Kolar, Walter W. A Survey of Folk Musical Instruments in Yugoslavia Membranophones.: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1978. 17 pp. Terms, pronunciation guide, map of yugoslavia, membranophones, friction membranophones, singing membranophones, bibliography; line drawings. Paperback.
Benet, Sula. Song, Dance, and Customs of Peasant Poland.: Dennis Dobson, 1951. Peasant life, celebrations and traditions.
Bennett, J. P. & Morris, B. Hebrew and Jewish Songs and Dances, Vol. 1.: Pietro Deiro.
Bentley, B. J. English Country Dances: Fallibroome Collection 1; Seventeen Country Dances from Various Sources 1713-c1800.: English Folk Dance and Song Society.
Bensel, E. Van Der Ven-Ten. Dances of the Netherlands.: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Bentley, Bernard J. English Country Dances: Eighteen Country Dances from Various Sources 1713-1790.: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1977. 22 pp. Paperback.
Berger, D. P. Folk Songs of Japan.: Oak Publications.
Bergman, Marion. The Russian American Dance Book.: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1947. Music and lyrics in Russian and English for 19 folkdance songs; includes descriptions for each song.
Berglund, L. & Wallman, R. Gillesdanser i Norden.: Ars Upplaga, 1970. Descriptions for 78 dances.
Bergman, M. The Russian-American Song and Dance Book.: A S. Barnes, 1948.
Bergquist, Nils William. Swedish Folk Dances: As Adopted by the Society "The Friends of Swedish Folk Dances" in Stockholm.: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1910 (1914, 1928). The New York Public Library, 2011. 74 pp. Hardcover.
Berk, Fred. Bibliography of Israeli and Jewish Folk Dance: Books and Records.: American Zionist Council, 1960.
Berk, Fred. Chasidic Dance; The.: Union of American Hebrew Congregations, 1975.
Berk, Fred. Guide for the Israeli Folk Dance Leader.: American Zionist Youth Foundation, 1969.
Berk, Fred. Guide for the Israeli Folk Dance Teacher.: American Zionist Youth Foundation, 1971. 16 pp. No dance descriptions. Discussions about teacher problems, dance notation, translating dance names, what makes a good teacher, starting a group, running a performing group, weekend workshops, more. Paperback.
Berk, Fred. Ha-Rikud: The Jewish Dance.: American Zionist Youth Foundation, 1972. 101 pp. Descriptions of 25 dances of Israel. History, background, fundamentals, teaching, choreography, starting a group, costumes. Terms, abbreviations, records. black and white photographs, drawings. Paperback.
Berk, Fred. Ha-Rikud: The Jewish Dance.: Union of American Hebrew Congregations, 1975.
Berk, Fred. Jewish Dance; The: An Anthology of Articles.: Exposition Press, 1960.
Berk, Fred New Israeli Folk Dances: Twelve Dances with Music, Text, and Instructions.: Youth Department American Zionist Council, 1962.
Berk, Fred. Suggestions for Folk Dance Leaders with Special Emphasis on the Israeli Dance.: American Zionist Youth Council.
Berk, Fred. Story of Israeli Folk Dance in Israel and America; The.: Israel Dance Society, 1976.
Berk, Fred & Delakova, Katya. Jewish Folk Dance Book.: National Jewish Welfare Board, 1948. 45p.
Berk, Fred & Delakova, Katya. Dances of Palestine.: B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation, 1947. Eleven dances collected in the United States; music arranged.
Berk, Fred & Goodman, R. Hora: A Quarterly Review of Israeli and Jewish Folk Dance News (magazine).: American Zionist Youth Foundation, Inc., 1963-1987?.
Berk, Fred & Venable, Lucy. Holiday in Israel.: Dance Notation Bureau, Inc., 1977.
Berk, Fred & Levine, W. Catalog of Israeli Folk Dance Records.: American Zionist Youth Foundation.
Berk, Fred & Venable, Lucy. Ten Folk Dances in Labanotation.: Dance Notation Bureau, Inc., 1959.
Berk, Fred & Reimer, Susan. Machol Ha'am: Dance of the Jewish People.: American Zionist Youth Foundation, 1978. 94 pp. No dance descriptions. History of Jewish dance in Israel and America, influences of ethnic groups, choreographers. black and white photographs. Paperback.
Berk, Fred; Taylor, B. & Hofstatter, S. 100 Israeli Folk Dances: Choreographed in Israel and available on records recorded in America.: American Zionist Youth Foundation, Israel Folk Dance Department, 1978. 108 pp.
Bernstein, Ira G. American Clogging Steps and Notation.: Self Published, 1984. Paperback.
Bernstein, Ira G. Appalachian Clogging and Flatfooting Steps.: Self Published, 1992. Paperback.
Betzina, N; Weibel, B. & Johnson, K. Montana's Country Western Dances.: Montana's Restaurant, 1981.
Biblioteca dei Divertimenti di Societa: di Famiglia e di Campagna. Nuovo Trattato sulla Danza con Varie Figure di Cotillion.: Tipografia Editrice, 1892~.
Biblioteka Russkogo Folklore Chstushki, Vol. i.: Sovetskaya Rossiya, 1990.
Bidstrup, George and Marguerite. Folk Dances.: Self Published, 1951 (1952). Paperback.
Bidstrup, George and Marguerite. Folk Dances Brought from Denmark.: Self Published, 1952. Paperback.
Bidstrup, George and Marguereite. 19 Dances from Denmark.: Cooperative Recreation Service.
Bidstrup, George and Marguerite. Singing Games and Folk Dances.: Toby Press, 2007. 60 pp. All of these singing games are of Scandinavian source, principally Danish, and many were recorded by Georg Bidstrup, who as a child growing up in Denmark, started to play them at the age of six. Paperback.
Bidstrup, George & McLain, R. Folk Dances Brought from Denmark.: Stephens Press, 1951 (1952).
Bird, Bob. Country & Western Dancing: An Introduction.: Self Published. Paperback.
Bishop, Brian R. The Sardana: how to dance it.: Society of Folk Dance Historians (SFDH), 2002. 34 pp. Covers the dance background, its music, etiquette, and rules. Instructions and illustrations. Spiral bound Paperback.
Blair, S. Skippy Blair on Contemporary Social Dance.: Self Published, 1978.
Blake, D. Discotheque Dances.: The World Publishing Company, 1965.
Blake, D. Instant Dance.: The Salalfield Publishing Company, 1968.
Blanchard, R. Les Danses du Limousin et des Râegions Avoisinantes.: G. P. Maisonneuve, 1943.
Blazeković, Z. Salonsko Kolo: Dance of Nineteenth-Century Croatian Ballrooms.: The Journal of the Society for Dance Research, 12(2), 114-126.
Blake, D. Discotheque Dances.: The World Publishing Company, 1965.
Blake, Lois. Welsh Folk Dance and Costume.: Gwynn Publishing Co., 1965. 24 pp.
Bloland, Sunni. An Evaluation Device in Dance.: University of Wisconsin, 1952. Master's Thesis Problem.
Bloland, Sunni & Giurchescu, Anca. Romanian Traditional Dance: A Contextual And Structural Approach.: Wild Flower Press, 1995.
Blum, Odette. African Dances & Games: Described in Words and Labanotation.: Selva Press, 1969
Boardman, Eunice & Landis, Beth. Exploring Music.: Rinehart and Winston, Inc., 1966. Teacher's Edition.
Bogatkova, L. Tantsyi Raznyh Narodov: Dances of Various Nations.: Molodaya Gyardia.
Bogolia, Kathleen M. & Leuca, Mary. Romanian Folk Dancing.: Purdue University, Department of Education, 1977. 45 pp.
Bonald, C. Andalusian Dances.: Editorial Noguer, 1959.
Bonnice, Sherry. Folk Dance.: Mason Crest Publishers, 2002. For ages 9-12. Hardcover.
Bonomo, G. La Contraddanza Sciciliana.: Firenze, 1951.
Bonus, Frantiček & O'Connor, Edward J. P. The Golden Gate is Open, Vol. 1 and Vol. 1-3.: Edward J. P. O'Connor, 2012.
Bonušova, Jitka. Pojdte Vsichni do Kola: Easy Czech Dances for Children and Adults.: Dvorana, 2008.
Book Guild. Cha-Cha Made Easy.: Book Guild, 1956.
Book Guild. The Easy Way to Good Dancing.: Book Guild, 1956.
Book Guild. Mambo Made Easy.: Book Guild, 1956.
Book of Graded Scottish Country Dances Arranged for Children & Beginners.: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1960.
Bossing, Ed & Elsie. Handbook fo Favorite Dances.: H. T. FitzSimmons Co., 1951 (1955).
Bossing, Ed & Elsie. Handbook of Square Dances.: H. T. FitzSimons Co., 1951.
Bottomer, Paul. Mambo & Merengue: How to Mambo & Merengue: Latin Moves with Style and Spirit (Dance Crazy Series).: Anness Publishing, 1998. 64 pp. The first all color guide to the most popular Latin American dances, designed for absolute beginners to more experienced dancers. Hardcover.
Bottomer, Paul. Salsa! How to Salsa: Steps, Style, Spirit (Dance Crazy Series).: Anness Publishing, 1998. 65 pp. All the popular dance styles with easy-to-follow, step-by-step sequences and accessible language. Hardcover.
Bottomer, Paul. Samba & Lambada: How to Samba & Lambada: Latin Moves and Style with Ease (Dance Crazy Series).: Anness Publishing, 1998. 64 pp. Master the classic steps of the Samba, from basic moves to Travelling Voltas and Bota Fogos. Hardcover.
Bouche, P.; Gest, R. & Sibron, E. Dances des Provinces de France, I, Tomes I-VII.: Editiones Jacques Vautran, 1946.
Boullier, Dianna. Exploring Irish Music and Dance.: O'Brien Publishers, 1998. 160 pages. An introduction to the tunes, personalities, history and lore of Irish music and dance; illustrated; for ages 9-12. Hardcover.
Bounaventura, Wendy. Serpent of the Nile: Women and Dance in the Arab World.: Interlink Publishing Group: 2010. 224 pp. A perceptive discussion of the history of female solo dancing in the Middle East and its effect on dancers and artists throughout the world.
Bourque-Moreau, France. Danse, Mon Coeur Danse: Danses et Chansons du Québec pour les Enfants.: Bourque-Moreau Associes, CD, 2002.
Bourque-Moreau, France. I Dance My Childhood (Je Danse mon Enfance).: Féderation Loisirs-Danse du Québec, 1979 (1980). Contains 80-plus dances as well as useful tips on teaching, with emphasis on rhythms, formations, cultural background, and psycho-motricity.
Bovbjerg, Viggo. Danish Folk Dances.: H. T. FitzSimmons Co., 1917. Chicago School of Civics and Philanthropy, Recreation Department, 1917.
Bower Charles L.; Boyd, Neva & Farwell, Jane. Handy Folk Dance Book.: Cooperative Recreation Service, 1960. Written tunes as well as instructions for group dances. No date noted, but appears to be mid-1900s. Comb-bound booklet.
Bowers, Ethel. Musical Mixers and Simple Square Dances.: Prepared for the National Recreation Association, 1937.
Bovbjerg, V. Danish Folk Dances.: Danish Folk Dance Society, 1917.
Bovbjerg, V. Danish Folk Dances: Descriptions of Folk Dances.: Fredrick Hildman Print, 1917.
Bovbjerg, V. Music for Danish Folk Dancing.: Raymer, Dalneim & Co., 1917.
Bowers, E. Parties, Musical Mixers, and Simple Square Dances.: National Recreation Association, 1937 (1946).
Bowers, F. Theatre in the East: A Survey of Asian Dance and Drama.: England: T. Nelson, 1956 (1960); London, England: Grove Press, 1956 (1960)
Bowman, A. S. 46 Old Dances for Orchestra.: J.W. Pepper & Son, 1888.
Boyd, Anna & Spacek, Neva Leona. Folk Dances of Bohemia and Moravia, for School, Playground and Social Center.: H. T. FitzSimmons Co., 1932. Paperback.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Klumpakojis.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Krakoviak.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Kujawiak.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Našlys.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Noriu Miego.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd,Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Vengerka.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian Folk Dances with Descriptions: Suktinis.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co.
Boyd, Neva Leona. & Dunlavy, T. M. Old Square Dances of America.: H.T. FitzSimmons Co, 1925 (1932).
Bradshaw, Angela. World Costumes.: The Macmillan Co., 1952. London, England: Adams and Black, 1955. Contains examples of traditional dress in many parts of the world; 16 plates in color and 142 pages of drawings.
Bradtke, Elaine. Truculent Rustics: Molly Dancing in East Anglia.: Folklore Society, 2000. 40 pp. Paperback.
Brady, C. Ball-Room Companion, The.: Chris Brady J. Daniel & Son, 1879 (1991).
Bragaglia, A. G. Danze Populari Italianne.: Edizioni ENAL, 1959.
Brame, M. Schwalb. Folk Dancing is For Everybody, Volume One.: M S Method, 1974. 92 pp. Paperback.
Breathnach, Breandán. Folk Music and Dances of Ireland.: Ossian Publications Limited, 1996. 160 pp. A study of the history, development, and present condition of Irish traditional music, song, and dance. Special reference to the fiddle, the Irish Uilleann pipes, and the whistle. Paperback.
Brennan, Helen. The Story of Irish Dance.: Roberts Rinehart, 2001. 188 pp. From early accounts of dance customs in medieval Ireland to the present, Brennan offers an authoritative look at the evolution of Irish dance. Paperback.
Breuer, Katharina. Dances of Austria.: Max Parrish and Co. 39 pp. Handbooks of European National Dances. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Briggs, Dudley T. Thirty Contras from New England.: Dudley T. Briggs, 1953.
Brittin, Phil. The Compete Book of Country Swing & Western Dance, and a bit about Cowboys.: Doubleday and Co., Inc., 1981. 239 pp. Descriptions of: The Basics, The Moves, The Flash, The Twirls, The Combos, The Rounds. Background, index. black and white photographs. Paperback.
Brosious, Jennifer. Scandinavian Dances.: 1978.
Brower, Josephine. The Morris Dance.: H. W. Gray Co., 1910. Description of terms and instructions for over ten Morris stick and handkerchief dances.
Brown, Chester L. (ed). Handy Folk Dance Book.: Cooperative Recreation Services, Inc. 143 pp. Ring bound booklet.
Brown, F. W. & Boyd, N. L. Old English and American Games for School and Playground.: Seul Brothers, 1915.
Brown, J.; Karner, M.; Lewis, L.; Ross, J. & Wright, J. The 1953 Dances of the Kentucky Folk Festival.: The Kentucky Folk Festival, 1953.
Brown, J.D. & Moffat, A. E. Characteristic Songs and Dances of All Nations.: Bailey & Ferguson, 1901. Edited, with historical notes and a bibliography, by Janes Duff Brown. The music arranged for the pianoforte by Alfred Moffat.
Brown, Vonnie. Crum Table Trivia.: National Folk Organization of the U.S.A., 2002.
Brown, Vonnie. A Tribute to Dick Crum.: National Folk Organization of the U.S.A., 2002.
Brundage, Al & Merchant, Rube. Contras Are Fun.: Brundage & Merchant, 1953.
Brundage, G.; Brundage, Al & Ruggiero, G. Calling for Square Dances.: 4-H Pioneers, Connecticut State College, 1914.
Brunelleschi, Elsa & Brunelleschi, Antonio. Spanish Dancing.: A. and C. Black, 1958.
Bryans, Helen L. & Madsen, John. Scandinavian Dances, Books I-II.: Clarke, Irwin and Co., Ltd, 1942.
Brzozowska, U. Piesni i Tance Kujawskie.: PWM, 1950.
Buchanan, Fanny R. Folk Dances and How to Do Them.: Kessinger Publishing, LLC, 2010. 50 pp. Hardcover.
Buck, Ralph & Rowe, Nichols. Moving Oceans: Celebrating Dance in the South Pacific..: Taylor & Francis, 2019, 214 pp. Celebrating the diversity of dance across the South Pacific, this volume studies the various experiences, motivations and aims for dance, emerging from the voices of dance professionals in the islands. Paperback.
Buckland, Theresa Jill. Dancing from Past to Present: Nation, Culture, Identities.: University of Wisconsin Press, 2007, 260 pp. This collection combines ethnographic and historic strategies to reveal how dance plays crucial cultural roles in various regions of the world, including Tonga, Java, Bosnia-Herzegovina, New Mexico, India, Korea, Macedonia, and England. Hardcover.
Buckman, Peter. Let's Dance: Social Ballroom and Folk Dancing.: Paddington Press Limited, 1978 (1979). 288 pp. A fairly successful and entertaining effort to tell the story of dance with special emphasis on social, ballroom and folk dancing. The text is filled with numerous photos and illustrations. Hardcover.
Buday, George. Dances of Hungary.: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, coume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover. Chanticleer Press, 1950.
Buglarov, S.: & Kaufman, N. Bulgarski Narodni Hora i Tantsi / Bio-Bibloiografski Ocherk.: SAkademiya Naukite, 1975.
Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, N. E. M. Traditional Bulgarian Costumes and Folk Arts.: Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 1994.
Bult, M. Old Devonshire Dances: Playford and Similar Country Dances.: Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Buonaventura, Wendy. Serpent of the Nile: Women and Dance in the Arab World.: Interlink Publishing Group, 1997, 208 pp. Serpent of the Nile traces the origins of Arabic dance, which survived despite religious disapproval and growing commercialism to evolve into a popular dance form across the globe. Paperback.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. American Country Dances.: Nabu Press, 2010, from a 1917 book. 92 pp.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Dances of the People.: G. S. Shirmer and Co., 1913 (1934). Twenty-eight dances including 5 Danish, 3 English, 5 German, 2 Irish, 3 Scottish, 8 Swedish, 1 Swiss. Hardcover.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Dances of the People, Vol. II: Scandinavian, Scotchish [sic] and English Folk Dances.: A. G. Shirmer, Inc., 1913. 82 pp. A second volume of folk dances and singing games; containing twenty-eight folk-dances of the United States, Ireland, England, Scotland; for performance; numerous illustrations. Hardcover.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Five Folk Dances from Austria, Germany, Holland.: Boston Music Co., 1929
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Folk Dances and Singing Games.: G. S. Shirmer and Co., 1909 (1922, 1933, 1938). 83 pp. Charleston, South Carolina: Nabu Press, 2010. 104 pp. Descriptions of 26 dances of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Russia, Bohemia, Hungary, Italy, England, Scotland and Ireland. Music, costume, black and white plates, index of dances by suitability to certain age groups. Hardcover.
Burchenal, Elizabeth & Howells Burchenal, Emma . Folk Dances from Old Homelands: Third Volume of Folk-Dances & Singing Games.: G. Shirmer and Co., 1909 (1922, revised edition 1933). 83 pp. Background on 33 folk dance in America, index of dances by countries, index of dances by suitability to certain age groups. Line drawings, black and white photographs. Hardcover.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Folk Dances of Denmark.: G. S. Shirmer and Co., 1915 (1940). Generic Books LLC, 2010. Charleston, South Carolina: BiblioBazaar, 2009. 112 pp. Paperback.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Folk Dances of Finland.: G. S. Shirmer and Co., 1915 (1943). 116 pp. Contains sixty-five dances. Paperback.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Folk Dances of Germany.: G. S. Shirmer and Co., 1938. Descriptions of 29 dances and singing games. Haradcover.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Four Folk Games from Sweden, Finland, Czechoslovakia.: Nabu Press, 2011, from a 1928 book.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. National Dances of Ireland (Rinnce na Eirann).: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1925, 1929. Descriptions for 60 dances including style and handgrips, the steps and figures. Piano music included.
Burchenal, Elizabeth. Three Old American Quadrilles.: Boston Music Co., 1926
Burchenal, Elizabeth & Crampton, C. Ward. Folk Dance Music: A collection of seventy-six characteristic dances of the people of various nations adapted for use in schools and playgrounds for physical education and play.: G. S. Shirmer and Co, 1908.
Burdick, S. & C. American Square Dance, Vol. 1-56.: Burdick Enterprises.
Burgin, D. (ed). American Square Dances: Dances from the First Year of American Squares.: American Squares, 1949.
Burke, William. Celebration of Diversity: Multicultural Experience Through the Art of Dance.: Princeton Book Publishers, 2000.
Burleson, Bill. The Square Dancing Encyclopedia.: Self Published, 1977.
Bushop, B. R. Sardana; The: How to Dance It.: Brian R. Bishop in collaboration with The Society for International Folk Dancing, 2012.
Butina, R. Narodne Pjesme Album broj 1-4.: Zabreb, Croatia.
Butler, A. L. Dance: Chassidic Chai.: University of California, 1977.
Bygdekultur, S. U. F. Swedish Folk Dances.: Stockholm University Bibliotek, 1958.
Byoung-ok, Lee & Van Zile, Judy. Korean Folk Dance, Korean Culture Series 13.: Korea Foundation, 2008. 160 pp. The first volume fully theorizing the Korean folk dance tradition. Folk dances from various regions are introduced and their characteristics are discussed. Hardcover.
Byrom, Franklin. The Complete Folkdance Notebook.: Xlibris Corporation, 2009. 298 pp. This anthology of folkdances brings together in one volume several smaller anthologies publishes while the author studies recreational folkdances. The Folkdance Notebook is a report of his field research, and describes some beautiful dances used as the nucleus of social gatherings in California. The scores here are both historical records of the dances, and useable as readers for students of dance or of Labanotation. Paperback.
Cambell, A. & Martine, R. The Swinging Sporran: A Lighthearted Guide to The Basic Steps of Scottish Reels and Country Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Paul Harris Publishing, 1973 (1980).
Campbell, Katherine. The Dances We Do.: Chicago: The Wright Group, 1999. 16 pp.
Campobello, Nellie & Campobello, Gloria. Ritmos Indiginas de México.: México City: Nellie Campobello, 1940. Self Published. 240 pp. A study of the basic movements characteristic of the major indigenous groups of México. In Spanish.
Candia, A. P. & De Oropeza, C. D. La Danza Folklorica en Bolivia.: La Paz, Bolivia: Ediciones ISLA, 1966.
Caplow-Linder, E.; Harpaz, Leah & Samberg, Sonya. Therapeutic Dance / Movement: Expressive Activities for Older Adults.: New York, New York: Human Sciences Press, 1979.
Capps, E. E. Danish Folk Dances.: Berea, Kentucky: 1967.
Carner, M. The Waltz.: London, England: M. Parrish, 1948.
Carney, James. Scottish Country Dancing.: South East, England: Collins Celtic, 1998. 288 pp. This Collins Pocket Reference guide to Scottish country dancing is suitable for the novice as well as the more experienced dancer. It gives instructions to over 100 of the most common ceilidh dances, and provides explanations of the classic steps, techniques and dress. Smaller Paperback.
Carpenter, L. O. J. W. Pepper & Son's Universal Dancing Master.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: J. W. Pepper & Son, 1882 (1914).
Carpozi, G. Let's Twist!.: New York, New York: Pyramid Books, 1962.
Carter, G. Modern Ballroom Dancing, Gay Old Time Dances and Amusing Novelty Dances.: London, England: Tottenheim, A. Heelas, 1949.
Carter, Phoebe K. (Zaïda). Belly Dancing for Older Women.: iUniverse, Inc., 2001, 156 pp. There is only one requirement for a woman to be able to belly dance...she must be able to have FUN. Paperback.
Carty, Hilary S. Folk Dances of Jamaica, An Insight.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Co., 2010. 98 pp. Originally published in 1988, this is a detailed practical and theoretical discussion of five Jamaican folk dances: the Kumina, Dinkie Minie, Quadrille, Bruckin's, and Revival; practical information on both technique and performance. Line drawings. Paperback.
Carville, F. E. A Collection of Ye Old-Faxhioned Dances of 1850.: Lewiston, Maine: F. E. Carville, 1926.
Casey, Betty. The Complete Book of Square Dancing (and Round Dancing).: Garden City, New York: Doubleday and Co., Inc., 1976, 192 pp. (Author's original manuscript title, "Modern Square Dance Fun for Everyone," changed by Doubleday.) Formations, figures, calls for square, round, and contra dances. Music, background, teaching, equipment, fees, clubs, costumes, classes, demonstrations, festivals, youth and children, more. black and white photographs, illustrations, diagrams. Hardcover.
Casey, Betty. Dance Across Texas.: Austin, Texas: University of Texas Press: 1985 (1993, 2007). 135 pp. Black and white photographs. Texas Folklore Studies. Dances described are of the folk and social types. Casey gives background stories and anecdotes as they took place at the various dance halls and social gatherings. Paperback.
Casey, Betty. International Folk Dancing U.S.A.: Garden City, New York: Doubleday and Co., Inc., 1981. 363 pp. Descriptions of almost 200 dances from Armenia, Austria, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, México, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, United States, Yugoslavia (also children's dances and Danse Orientale). History, background, costumes, music sources, publications, pioneer leaders, camps, organizations, performing groups, formatting a group, building a group, sound systems, dance etiquette, more. Definition lexicon, bibliography, index. black and white photographs, drawings, illustrations. Hardcover.
Casey, Betty. Square Dance Instructions.: Abilene, Texas: Self Published: 1949 (2007). 68 pp. Paperback.
Cashion, Susan. Dance Ritual and Cultural Values in a Méxican Village: Festival of Santo Santiago.: Stanford, California: Stanford University, Ph.D. Thesis, 1983, 360 pp.
Cashion, Susan. The Son and Jarabe: Mestizo Dance forms of Jalisco, México.: Los Angeles: University of California, M.A. Thesis, 1967, 121 pp.
Castro, Donald S. Argentine Tango As Social History, 1880-1955: The Soul of the People.: Lewiston, New York: Edwin Mellen Publishers, 1991. 284 pp. Discusses "lunfardo" (the language of the tango) and "lunfardo" poets, the tango in the era of the Guardia Vieja, Carlos Gardel, the Epoca de oro of the tango (1917-1943), and the tango under Peron, (1943-1955). It includes a selected bibliography on the Argentine tango. Hardcover.
Cavalier, Debbie (ed). Canadian Folk Dances.: Columbia Pictures Publications, 1995.
Cavalier, Debbie. Folk Dances from France.: Van Nuys, California: Alfred Music, 1997. 88 pp. Thirteen game-songs and dances from France. The book includes easy-to-follow dance graphics, simple piano arrangements, French and English text, cultural information and an accompaniment CD. Paperback.
Cavalier, Debbie. Folk Dances of Latin America.: Miami, Florida: Columbia Pictures Publishers, 1994. 24 pp. Visit Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Argentina, Panama and México. Text background on many songs included. Paperback.
Cavalier, Debbbie; Jurey, E. B. & Cruz, Maria Arias. Méxican Folk Dances, Book and CD.: Van Nuys, California: Belwin, Inc., 1994. 18 pp. Easy-to-follow dance graphics, percussion arrangements. Paperback.
Cellarius. The Drawing-Room Dances.: New York & Boston: Dinsmore & Co.; and Ditson & Co., 1847 (1858).
Chalif, Louis H. Chalif Folk Dance Notescores.: New York, New York: Louis H. Chalif, 1915.
Chalif, Louis H. Folk Dances of Different Nations, arranged by Louis H. Chalif. Vol. 1.: New York, New York: Louis H. Chalif, 1926. Self Published. 58 pp. Descriptions of 23 easy dances of Europe, piano music. Hardcover.
Chalif, Louis H. Folk Dances of Different Nations, arranged by Louis H. Chalif. Vol. 2.: New York, New York: Louis H. Chalif, 1926. Self Published. Descriptions of easy dances of Europe, piano music. Hardcover.
Chalif, Louis H. Folk Dances of Different Nations, arranged by Louis H. Chalif. Vol. 3.: Self Published, 1926. Descriptions of easy dances of Europe, piano music. Hardcover.
Chalif, Louis H. Russian Festivals and Costumes for Pageant and Dance.: New York, New York: Normal School of Dancing, 1921. 176 pp.
Champe, Flavia Waters. The Matachines Dance of the Upper Rio Grande: History, Music, and Choreography: Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press, 1983. 112 pp. Hardcover.
Chan, Helen & James. Folk and Square Dance Material.: Self Published. 55 pp. Includes two Glossary of Terms, recommended records, Suggestions for Simple Folk Costumes, and 32 dance descriptions. Loose pages.
Chang, Shong Yang. Chinese Folk Dances for Everybody.: Republic of China: Taiwan Time Book, 1975. 91 pp. Paperback.
Chang's International Folk Dancers & Strauss, C. Palestinian Dances.: San Francisco: Chang's International Folk Dancers, 1945.
Chaplin, Nellie. Court Dances and Others: Playford and Similar Country Dances.: London, England: J. Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Chaplin, Nellie. Elizabethan Dances.: London, England: J. Curwen and Sons, 1926.
Chapru, Doleta. A Festival of the English May.: Dodgeville, Wisconsin: Folklore Village Farm, Inc., 1977. 52 pp. Descriptions of 15 dances (maypole, sword, Morris, plaiting, etc.). Extensive English May Festival history and background, and a ful day's schedule, folk plays, bonfire activities, recipes, patterns for hobby horse and maypole; line drawings, black and white photograph. Paperback.
Chase, A. H. The Singing Caller: A Book on the Square Dance with Calls and Music.: New York, New York: Association Press, 1944.
Chase, R. & Tolford, J. Singing Games and Playparty Games.: New York, New York: Dover Publications, 1949.
Cheville, Lila R. Festivals and Dances of Panama.: Panama: Lila R. Cheville, 1977 (1981, 1985). Self Published. 185 pp.
Chicago Park District & Bol, L. B. The Square Dance: Including Round Dances, Quadrilles, Novelties and Mixers.: Chicago: Chicago Park District, 1940.
Children's Music Center. Dance 1959: Recommended Records, Books and Instruments for Rhythms, Folk, Square, Modern, and Social Dance.: Los Angeles: Children's Music Center, 1959.
China. Folk Dancing Instructions.: Republic of China, 1958.
Chinese Folk Dance.: Taipei, Taiwan: 1958.
Chmelar, Robin D. & Fitt, Sally S. Diet for Dancers.: Heightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Company, 1990. 164 pp. Diet, Weight Loss, and Dancers; Foundations of Weight Control for Dancers; Body Composition; Overview of Nutrients; Caloric and Nutrient Intake in Dancers. Illustrated. Paperback.
Cho, W. Dances of Korea.: New York, New York: Norman J. Seaman, 1962.
Chochem, Corinne. Jewish Holiday Dances.: New York, New York: Behrman House, 1947 (1948). Thirteen choreographed holiday dances; music and Jewish and English lyrics for all dances.
Chochem, Corinne & Roth, Muriel. Palestine Dances.: New York, New York: Behrman's Jewish Book House, 1941 (1946). Westport, Connecticut: Greenwood Press, 1978. 63 pp. Seventeen dances including music; photographs. Hardcover.
Chujoy, Anatole & Manchester, Phyllis Winifred. The Dance Encyclopedia.: New York, New York: Simon and Schuster, 1967. 992 pp.
Ciortea, V. P. Jocuri Populare Rominești.: E. D. S. P. L. S. A.
Clark, Sibyl. Community Dance Manual 6.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society.
Clark, Sibyl. English Folk Dancing for Schools and Junior Youth Clubs: Teachers and Leaders.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1956 (1969). 18 pp. Paperback.
Clark, Sibyl. Seven Midland Dances.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society. Revised Edition 1955 (1957). 16 pp.
Clark, Sibyl. Swing Partners: An Introduction to English Social Dancing.: London, England: Novello & Co. for English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1964. 32 pp
Clausen, D. Belgium: Flemish Dances.: Belgium, 1979.
Clossin, J. & Hertzog, C. West Texas Square Dances.: El Paso, Texas: Carl Hertzog, 1950.
Clowes, Roy & Donald, Bob. Green Lochan and Eleven Other Scottish Dances: Dances for 1 to 12 Dancers.: Roy Clowes, 1971. Self Published. 43 pp. Paperback.
Cochem, Corinne & Roth, Muriel. Palestine Dances!.: New York, New York: Behrman House, 1946 (1941). 63 pp. With music for piano, words of songs in Hebrew with English translations, illustrated. Includes directions for the dances. Hardcover.
Cocke, Enid Obee. Lloyd Shaw and the Cheyenne Mountain Dancers.: Colorado Springs, Colorado: Lloyd Shaw Foundation, 2014. 362 pp. By Lloyd and Dorothy Shaw, Enid Obee Cocke edited and completed this book.
Coimisiun le Rinci, Gaelacha; Mac Fionnlaoic C. & O'Faircheallaigh, T. Ar Rinncide Foirne: Ten Popular Figure Dances, Official Handbook No. 1.: Carraig Dhubh, Ireland: An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha, 1943.
Coimisiun le Rinci, Gaelacha; Mac Fionnlaoic C. & O'Faircheallaigh, T. Ar Rinncide Foirne: Ten Popular Figure Dances, Third Edition: Official Handbook No. 2.: Carraig Dhubh, Ireland: An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha, 1967.
Coimisiun le Rinci, Gaelacha; Mac Fionnlaoic C. & O'Faircheallaigh, T. Ar Rinncide Foirne: Ten Popular Figure Dances, Fifth Edition: Official Handbook No. 3.: Carraig Dhubh, Ireland: An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha, 1939 (1971).
Coimisiun le Rinci, Gaelacha; Mac Fionnlaoic C. & O'Faircheallaigh, T. Ar Rinncide Foirne: Thirty Popular Figure Dances, Leabhar 1 2, 3, Fifth Edition: Official Handbook No. 1.: Carraig Dhubh, Ireland: An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha, 1939 (1971).
Cole, M. M. One Thousand Fiddle Tunes.: M. M. Cole, 1940. Self Published.
Colaković, C. P. Yougoslavie: Musiques de Danses Originales Recueillies par Cedomir P. Colaković.: Clichy, France: Glory Carpel.
Coles, Cowper. Greensleeves and Other Old Dances: Playford and Similar Country Dances.: London, England: J. Curwen and Sons, Ltd., 1910.
Coles, Cowper. The Hornpipe.: London, England: J. Curwen and Sons, Ltd.
Coles, Cowper. Old English Country Dance Steps: Playford and Similar Country Dances.: London, England: J. Curwen and Sons, Ltd.
Coley, D. M. (ed) & Coley, G. T. (ed). Raymond Smith's Square Dance Hand Book, Second Edition.: Dallas: Raymond Smith, 1948, first printing.
Coley, D. M. (ed) & Coley, G. T. (ed). Raymond Smith's Collection of Square Dances and Mixers: A Supplement to Raymond Smith's Square Dance Hand Book.: Dallas: Raymond Smith, 1950.
Collie, George. Highland Dress.: Hamonsworth, England: Penguin Books.
Collins Scottish Archive: 101 Scottish Country Dances.: Collins Scottish Archive, 2017, 160 pp. A small format gift book which is a reproduction of the popular book 101 Scottish Country Dances published by Collins in 1956. Paperback.
Colorado W. P. A. Community Nights Activities Handbook.: Denver: WPA-Colorado.
Coluccia, Pina; Paffrath, Anhette, & Pitz, Jean. Belly Dancing: The Sensual Art of Energy and Spirit.: Inner Traditions/Bear & Company, 2005, 192 pp. Belly dancing offers many physical and emotional benefits. On the physical level it helps with muscle stiffness, autonomic nervous system disturbances, mobility of the abdominal region, and strengthening the back, which in turn enhances the body’s overall posture. Paperback.
Congress on Research in Dance; ∓ Jones, B. T. Dance Research Annual XV: Dance as Cultural Heritage, Volume Two.: New York, New York: Congress on Research in Dance (CORD), 1985.
Connecticut, University of. Square Dancer's Handbook.: Danbury, Connecticut: University of Connecticut, 1946.
Connecticut, University of; Brundage, M. G.; Brundage, A., & Ruggiero, G. Calling for Square Dances.: Danbury, Connecticut: University of Connecticut, 1937.
Cooperative Extension Service. Folk and Square Dances for All.: Brookings, South Dakota: Cooperative Extension Service of South Dakota State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, 1960.
Cope-Robinson, Lyn & Milton, June. Beginning Scottish Dancing, A Dancer's Manual.: Melbourne Beach, Florida: Canmore Press, 1995. 116 pp. Comb binding
Cordry, D. & Covarrubias, M. Méxican Indian Costumes.: Austin, Texas: University of Texas Press, 1968.
Corona, Vicki. China Folk Dance Booklet, Book, Music CD, and Demo DVD.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1989. 35 pp. Includes an instruction manual for beginner students on how to craft and twirl Chinese performance ribbons for the popular "Long Silk Dance," the companion music CD for practice and performance, and a DVD demonstration of the dance. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. European Folk Dances.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1990. 40 pp. A sampling of beginner dance routines for adults and children. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Exotic Dances of Tonga.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1989. 24 pp. For female Polynesian dance students. Choreography for "Ko e Hiva Tau" with coconut implements, costuming, music implements, historical overview. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Folk Dances of the Philippines.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1989, 2004. 35 pp. Set of one instruction booklet with beginner level steps, hops, and jumps for the popular "Tinikling" routine, and a practice music CD of the dance. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Greek Folk Dancing.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1989. 30 pp. An introduction to traditional Greek line dances for stage, social occasions, join-in taverna dances, or audience participation segments within a long dance program. Includes companion Music CD for rehearsals. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Israeli Folk Dancing.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1990. 35 pp. Introduction to the beautiful dances of Israel, overview of costumes, and written choreographies for the "Hora," "Mayim Mayim," and "Erev Ba". Includes music CD of these three titles for dance practice. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Maori Tribe Chorographies: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1989. 28 pp. Intermediate choreography for "Pa Mai," single and double "Poi Ball" twirling patterns, and "E Papa" Stick Dance. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Méxican Folk Dance, Booklet with Music CD.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 2004. 35 pp. Beginner Level Student instruction and starter choreography for "Flor de Canela" dance. Includes music CD with two versions of the song — traditional and mariachi styles. Paperback.
Corona, Vicki. Russian Folk Dances.: North Hollywood, California: Dance Fantasy Productions, 1990. 40 pp. Dance Fantasy Productions, 1990. 40 pp Beginner to intermediate level steps and choreographies for the songs Espan, Korobushka, Russian Peasant Dance, Tsiganoclka, and Vo Sadu. Paperback.
Coros, Mary. The 'Forgotten' Dances of Crete: Dilemma for an American Cretan Dancer, Choreographer, Teacher, Researcher..: Review Paper for The International Council for Traditional Music.
Corrsin, Stephen D. Sword Dancing a History.: Bellfast, Ireland: Hisarlik Press, 1997. 256 pp. Small hardcover.
Cosh, J. B. & MacLeish, I. Six Scottish Country Dances.: Glasgow, Scotland: Mozart Allan.
Cote, S.; Maheux, D.; Boucher, A.; Coulombe, P. & Marier, D. La Bastringue et Autres Danseries.: Québec: Sillery: Laridaine, 1979 (1982).
Country Dance and Song Society of America. English Country Dances (Vol. CDS 1).: New York, New York: Country Dance and Song Society of America.
Country Dance Society of America. English Country Dances of Today.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service, 1948. Handbook of 20 popular recreational dances; melodic line for several dances.
Covarrubias, Louis. Méxican Native Arts and Crafts.: Eugenio Fischgrund. Pamphlet.
Covarrubias, Louis. Méxican Native Costumes.: México City: Eugenio Fischgrund, 1950. 28 pp. Includes clothing from Oaxaca, Puebla, Chiapas, Jalisco, Yucatan, Michoacan. Also a Charro on his horse. Pamphlet.
Covarrubias, Louis. Méxican Native Dances.: México City: Eugenio Fischgrund, 1954. Pamphlet.
Covarrubias, Louis. Regional Dances of México.: México City: Eugenio Fischgrund, 1964. Pamphlet.
Cowan, Jane K. Dance and the Body Politic in Northern Greece.: Princeton University Press, 1990, 310 pp. In describing the multiple ideologies of person, gender, and community that townspeople embody and explore as they dance, the author presents three different settings: the traditional wedding procession, the "Europeanized" formal evening dance of local civic associations, and the private party. Paperback.
Cramb, I. & Main, N. Flora MacDonald's Fancy: A Scottish Step Dance.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1953.
Cramb, I & Main, N. Four Step Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1953.
Crampton, Charles Ward. The Folk Dance Book: For Elementary Schools, Classroom, Playground, and Gymnasium.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1908 (1932, 1937, 1939, 1944). 82 pp. Description of dances (for gradeschools) but not identified by country. No history, no background. Piano music. Paperback.
Crampton, Charles Ward. The Second Folk Dance Book.: New York, New York: Kessinger Publishing, LLC, 1916 (1922, 2008). 84 pp. Descriptions for 32 folk dances. Soft and hardcover.
Crampton, Charles Ward. The Folk Dance Book: For Elementary Schools, Classroom, Playground, & Gymnasium.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1944.
Crampton, Charles Ward & Burchenal, Elizabeth. Folk Dance Music.: New York, New York: G. Shirmer, 1908. Hardcover.
Crampton, Charles Ward & Bergquist, Nils. Swedish Folk Dances.: New York, New York: Kessinger Publishing, 2007. 76 pp.
Crawford, Caroline. Dramatic Games and Dances for Little Children.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1922. Hardcover.
Crawford, Caroline. Folk Dances and Games.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes, 1908 (1922, 1923, 1931). 82 pp. Charleston, South Carolina: Nabu Press, 2010. 102 pp. Hardcover.
Croft, W. D. English Folk Dances.: Wantage, Oxfordshire, England: Wessex Press, revised edition, 1924.
Crosfield, Domini. Dances of Greece.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1948. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Crum, Dick. Old-Tyme Kolos.: Los Angeles: Tamburitza Extravaganza, 1993. 22 Dance descriptions.
Crum, Dick. Vranjanka and Other Jugoslav Songs and Dances.: New York, New York: Hargill Music Press, 1957 (reprinted 1958). Paperback.
Cutting, John. History and the Morris Dance: A Look at Morris Dancing from It's Earliest Days Until 1850.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Co. Publishers, 2006. 204 pp. From the earliest known references (1137 in Spain, 1448 in England) to the middle of the nineteenth century, Morris events are listed and examined. A parallel study looks at publications about Morris, from the Puritans down to the present day. Many illustrations portraying Morris or possible Morris dancers from the fourteenth century onwards are reproduced in the text. Paperback.
Czarnowski, Lucile Katheryn. Dances of Early California Days.: Palo Alto, California: Pacific Books, 1950.
Czarnowski, Lucile Katheryn Folk Dance Teaching Cues.: Stockton, California: University of the Pacific Folk Dance Camp, 1961. The National Press, 1963 (1969). 93 pp. Descriptions of 48 international dances rhythms, teaching. Spiral-bound.
Czarnowski, Lucile Katheryn. Some Genetic Phases of the Dance.: Madison, Wisconsin: University of Wisconsin, M.S. Thesis, 1931. 85 pp.; Oakland, California: Triangle Printing, 1954.
Czompo, Andor. Hungarian Dances.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1968 (1979). 50 pp. Descriptions of 14 dances. History, background, abbreviations, basic steps. Paperback.
Czompo, Andor. Hungarian Folk Dances.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1964. Paperback.
Czompo, Ann I. Disco Dance 2.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1978. 15 pp. Descriptions for 15 dances. Paperback.
Czompo, Ann I. Disco Hustle!.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1978. 16 pp. Descriptions of 13 dances. Paperback.
Czompo, Ann I. Hungarian Embroideries.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications. Varrottas 1. Paperback.
Czompo, Ann I. Jazz Dance Warm-up Series.: Bridgeton, Maine: Maine Folk Dance Camp, 1973 to 1977)
Czompo, Ann I. Recreational Jazz Dance, Syllabus No. 1-3.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1971. 15 pp. Descriptions for 14 dances. Paperback.
Czompo, Ann I. and Andor Czompo. Dance Fundamentals.: Williamsburg, Virginia: AC Publications, 1981. 54 pp. Basic locomotor "etudes" in both standard notation and Labanotation include grapevine, skip, slide, gallop, schottische, two-step, polka, waltz, mazurka. Sections on dance, types of movement, positions, warm-up techniques, rhythm fundamentals, Labanotation, locomotor movements. Index. Spiral-bound.
Dabac, T.; Milosavijević, P. & Ristić, D. Yugoslav Folk Dances.: Belgrade: Jugoslavia.
Dalessio, A. C. A Do-It-Yourself Project: Beginners' Book on Square Dancing.: Cleveland, Ohio: A. C. Dalessio, 1958.
Dalsemer, Robert G. Folk Dance Fun for Schools and Families.: Brasstown, North Carolina: John C Campbell Folk SChool, 1995. 18 pp. Paperback
Dalsemer, Robert G. West Virginia Square Dances.: Heydenville, Masachusetts: The Country Dance and Song Society, 2001.
Damon, S. F. The History of Square Dancing.: Worchester, Massachusetts: American Antiquarian Society, 1952.
Damon, S. F. Square Dancing: A History.: Barre, Massachusetts: Barre Gazette, 1957.
Daniel, J. Dancing Taught Without a Master: The Ball-Room Companion. Containing All the Fashionable Dances of the Day.: Aberdeen, Scotland: J. Daniel and Son, 1992
Dannes, Rudy. Everybody Dance.: Glendale, California: Rudy Dannes, 1950.
Dannsa nan Eileanach, Comhlan. Hebridgean Dances.: Acair, Ltd., 1999, 120 pp. This collection of dances includes detailed diagrams for ease of learning the steps that originate from the island of Barra. Paperback.
Dawson, Jeanine. French Folk Dances.: New York, New York: French Folklore Society (separate sheets).
Davis, Susanne J. & West, Colleen N. Recreational Folk Dance.: Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2nd Edition, 2011. 79 pp. Spiral-bound.
Day, Mel & Day, H. Blue Book of Rounds: Old and New Dances.: Boise, Idaho: Statewide Printers, 1952.
de Laban, J. Institute of Court Dances of the Renaissance and Baroque Periods.: Chicago: Claretian Publica, 1974.
deAlaiza, Carol "Candi" Harrington. Basque Dancing in Southern California.: Reno, Nevada: Desert Research Institute in Social Sciences. In Anglo-American Contributions to Basque Studies: Essays in Honor of Jon Bilbao, edited by W. A. Douglass, R. W. Etulain and W. H. J. Jacobsen, pp. 43-50. Desert Research Institute Publications in Social Sciences. Vol. 13, D. D. Fowler, general editor.
deAlaiza, Carol "Candi" Harrington & Ivancich Dunin, Elsie. DdA Reference Format for Dance.: Tempe, Arizona: Cross-Cultural Dance Resources, 1988, 1989, 2010.
Dean-Smith, M. Playford's English Dancing Master 1651.: London, England: Schott & Co. Ltd., 1957.
Decitre, M. Dansez la France: Danses des Provinces Francaises (Nouv. âed. rev. et augm. ed.).: St. Etienne, France: Editions, Dumas, 1958.
DeGarmo, W. B. The Prompter: Containing full descriptions of all the quadrilles, figures of the German Cotillon, Etc., Fourth Edition..: New York, New York: Wm. A. Pond & Co., 1868.
DeGarmo, W. B. The Dance of Society: A Critical Analysis of all the Standard Quadrilles, Round Dances, 102 Figures of Le Cotillon ("The German").: New York, New York: Wm. A. Pond & Co., 1875.
Delakova, Katya & Berk, Fred. Dance Fundamentals.: New York, New York: B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundation, 1947. 32 pp. Description, words (Hebrew and English) and sheet music to 10 old dances — all predating the 1948 creation of the state of Israel. Paperback, 9" x 12".
Delakova, Katya & Berk, Fred. Dances of Palestine.: New York, New York: Hillel Resources, 1947. Piano music, illustrations, and detailed instructions for 10 dances.
Delakova, Katya & Berk, Fred. Jewish Folk Dance Book.: New York, New York: National Jewish Welfare Board, 1948.
Denniston, Christine. The Meaning of Tango, The Story of the Argentinian Dance.: London, England: Anova Books, 2008. 224 pp. Traces the development of the dance, from its birth in poverty-stricken Buenos Aires, through the craze of the early 20th century, right up to its recent revival today thanks to Broadway shows such as Tango Argentino. Hardcover.
Descutner, Janet. Asian Dance.: New York, New York: Chelsea House Publications: 2010. 168 pp. World of Dance. Hardcover.
Despotovic, Ciga & Ivon. Sixteen Yugoslavian Dances, No. I.: Rotterdam, Holland: Stichting Nevofoon, no date. 36 pp. Porodinka kolo, Podrimsko oro, Retko kolo, Cigančica, Poziv kolo, Vashinko oro, Kučevačko koli, Čučersko oro, Ivanovo oro, Mirkovo kolo, Svekrvino oro, Toičevo kolo, Ženska žiptarska igra, Ciganski orijent, Makedonsko devojče, Op ša ša. Paperback.
Despotovic, Ciga & Ivon. Sixteen Yugoslavian Dances, No. II.: Stichting Nevofoon, no date. 36 pp. Splet Srpskih igara, Prespansko oro, Sota, Momačko četnja, Duy-duy, Demirhisarsko oro, Pantino kolo, Mešovito oro, Ljiljino kolo, Musko oro, Grom kolo, Turski čoček, Švrčino kolo. Paperback.
Despotovic, Ciga & Ivon. Sixteen Yugoslavian Dances, No. III.: Noordhorn, Netherlands: Stichting Nevofoon, no date. Paperback.
Despotovic, Ciga & Ivon. Sixteen Yugoslavian Dances, No. IV.: Noordhorn, Netherlands: Stichting Nevofoon, no date. 37 pp. Moravac, Pajduško, Srba, Pembe, Trojanac, Ratevka, Čačak, Kopačka, Šestorka, Berovka, Čuperlika, Ti momo, Bajraće, Vranjica, Čučuk.
DeZoete, Beryl. Dance and Magic Drama in Ceylon.: New York, New York: Theatre Arts Books, 1958. Folklore and festivals.
DeZoete, Beryl. The Other Mind: A Study of Dance and Life in South India.: London, England: Victor Gollancz Ltd., 1953. Bharata Natya and Kathakeli and trance-dances or dances of possession.
Dhillan, I. S. Folk Dances of Punjab.: Delhi, India: National Bookshop, 2002. 184 pp. Hardcover.
Diagram Group. Musical Instruments of the World, an Illustrated Encyclopedia.: New York, New York: Facts on File Inc., 1976. This book has more than 4000 drawings of a global range of traditional, historic, and contemporary instruments from all cultures, divided into the instrument types of aerophones, idiophones, membranophones, chordophones, and mechanical and electrical instruments, and more. Available commercially and from music education catalogs.
Diak, J. M. The Scottish Dance Album.: London, England: Paterson's Publications, 1960.
Dickins, Guillermina. Dances of México.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., no date. Instruction for 3 long dances.
Dick. Dick's Quadrille Call-Book, and Ball-Room Promter (New revised edition edited).: Danbury, Connecticut: Behrens Publishing, 1923.
Dodworth, A. Dancing and It's Relations to Education and Social Life.: New York, New York: Harper & Brothers, 1888.
Dolmetsch, Mabel. Dances of England and France from 1450 to 1600: With Their Music and Authentic Manner of Performance.: Cambridge, Massachusetts: Da Capo Press, 1975. 163 pp. Hardcover.
Dolmetsch, Mabel. Dances of Spain and Italy from 1400 to 1600.: Cambridge, Massachusetts: Da Capo Press, 1975. 174 pp. Hardcover.
Domotor, T. Hungarian Folk Customs, Magyar Nepszokasok, Second Revised Edition.: Budapest: 1972 (1977).
Donaghey, Robert. Thesaurus of Israeli Dance.: Brooklyn, New York: Copen Press, 1969. 120 pp. Detailed descriptions of 112 Israeli dances. Includes music source (vinil records) for all songs and translations of title of each song, plus indices, 8-1/2" x 11". Paperback.
Donald, M. E. Doumbec Delight: A Thirty Lesson Course in Middle Eastern Drumming with Basic Music Theory (2nd Edition edited).: San Francisco: Mary Ellen Books, 1976.
Donkov, Ivan. Folk Dances from the Region of Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria.: Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria: Hristo Dimitrov Chervenakov, 1997. 176 pp.
Douglas, L. M. & Milvain, H. Six Dances of the Yorkshire Dales, 23rd Edition.: Lancaster, England: Joshua Duckworth, 1931.
Drake-Boyt, Elizabeth. Latin Dance.: Westport, Connecticut: Greenwood Press, 2011. 161 pp. Addresses every major style of Latin dance, describing the basic steps that characterize it as well as its rhythmic pace and time signature, and examining its development from European, African, and Amerindian influences. Hardcover.
Dreisziger, K. The Szatmar Dance Dialect and Its Environment.: Toledo, Ohio: Toledoi Talakozo II, 1988.
Drewry, John. Bon Accord Book of Scottish Country Dances.: Reading, England: Scottish National Dance Co., 1968. 47 pp. Paperback.
Drewry, John. The Canadian Book of Scottish Country Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1987. 46 pp. Detailed directions are given for 42 dances — Jigs, Strathspeys, Hornpipes, Reels — with indications of which bar of music on which the next movement should begin. Pamphlet.
Du Bois, Cora. The 1870 Ghost Dance.: UNP - Bison Books, 2007, 368 pp. The 1870 Ghost Dance was a significant but too often disregarded transformative historical movement with particular impact on the Native peoples of northern California. Paperback.
Dubois, Claudie Marcel & Andral, Marie Marguerite. Dances of France, Vol. I: Brittany and Bourbonnais.: New York, New York: Chanticleer Press, 1950. 40 pp. Descriptions of five dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Duchen, Jessica. Hungarian Dances.: London, England: Hodder and Stoughton Ltd., 2008. 412 pp. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. The Folk Dance Library.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co, 1948. 116 pp. The teaching of folk dance, folk dances of Scandinavia, folk dances of European countries, folk dances of the British Isles, folk dances of the United States and Mexico. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. Folk Dances of the British Isles.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1948. New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1949. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1980. 110 pp. History, geography, background, basic steps, figures, positions, music, costumes, costume color plates, festivals. Terms, counting, drawings, illustrations, piano music. Includes 12 dances, illustrations (no color plates), line drawings of step motifs. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. Folk Dances of European Countries.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1948. New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1949. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1980. 160 pp. Descriptions of 27 dances of Czechoslovakia, France, Germany, Hungary, Russia, Switzerland, Yugoslavia. History, geography, background, basic steps, figures, positions, music, costumes, costume color plates, festivals. Terms, counting, drawings, illustrations, piano music. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. Folk Dances of Scandinavia.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1948. New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1949. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1980. 118 pp. History, geography, background, basic steps, figures, positions, music, costumes, costume color plates, festivals. Terms, counting, drawings, illustrations, piano music, and descriptions for 23 dances. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. Folk Dances of the United States and México.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1948. New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1949. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1981. 159 pp. History, geography, background, basic steps, figures, positions, music, costumes, costume color plates, festivals. Terms, counting, drawings, illustrations, piano music. U.S. Section includes six square dances. Hardcover.
Duggan, Anne Schley; Schlottman, Jeanette & Rutledge, Abbie. The Teaching of Folk Dance.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1948. New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1949. 116 pp. Includes objectives (cultural values, social and recreational values, and neuromuscular values, plus specific objectives and knowledge of folk dance, skills to be mastered, attitudes, and appreciations to be developed; teaching methods with sample grading systems with illustrative charts for evaluation of skills; and an objective examination for the evaluation of information. Also, all the details for the production of folk festivals and folk dance parties for schools, colleges, and community recreation centers. Hardcover.
Duke, Jerry. Clog Dance in the Appalachians.: San Francisco: Jerry Duke Publishing, 1984. 93pp. Descriptions and analysis of 25 traditional clog steps, complete with diagrams and photos. Old time Big Circle and clog dance figures are included. Review of related literature, migration and settlement patterns, and development of this folk dance form from many of the ethnic groups who settled in the Appalachian Mountain region. Paperback.
Duke, Jerry. Dance Ethnology and Native California.: San Francisco: Paper for the 13th Annual California Indian Conference, San Francisco State University, 1998.
Duke, Jerry. Dances of the Cajuns.: San Francisco: Jerry Duke Publishing, 1988. 64 pp. Paperback.
Duke, Jerry. Recreational Dance: Ballroom, Cajun & Country Western.: San Francisco: American Press, 1996. 110 pp.
Duke, Jerry. Reflections of Ancient Belief in European Folk Dance.: San Francisco.
Duke, Jerry. Social and Ballroom Dance Lab Manual.: Jerry Duke Publishing, 1988. Self Published. Paperback.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich. Silent Dances of the Dinaric Mountain Area: Analysis of Purpose, Form, and Style of Selected Dances..: Oakland, California: University of California Press, M.A. Thesis, 1966. 146 pp.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich. South Slavic Dances in California: A Compendium for the Years 1924-1977.: Palo Alto, California: Ragusan Press, 1979.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich & deAlaiza, Candi Harrington. DdA Reference Format for Dance.: Elsie Iancich Dunin: 1988, revised in 2010. Self Published.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich; Dimoski, Mihailo & Višinski, Stanimir. Makedonski Narodni Plesovi.: Zagreb: Muzička Biblioteka. 1973. Paperback.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich; Ruyter, Nancy & Lee Chalfa, Lee. Yugoslav Dance: An Introduction and List of Sources Available in United States Libraries..: Palo Alto, California: Ragusan Press, 1981. 108 pp.
Dunin, Elsie Ivancich & Visinski, S. Dances in Macedonia: Performance Genere: Tanec.: Skopje, Macedonia: Tanec Ensemble, 1995.
Dunsing, Gretel & Paul. A Collection of the Descriptions of Folk Dances as Taught by Paul and Gretel Dunsing. Volumes 1 and 2.: 1971, 1972.
Dunsing, Gretel & Paul. Dance Lightly.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreational Service, 1946. 29 pp. Descriptions of 12 dances of Austria, Germany. Teaching, piano music. Small Paperback.
Dunsing, Gretel & Paul. Syllabus of German Dances.: Chicago: Gretel and Paul Dunsing.
Dunsing, Paul. German Folk Dances, Vol. 1-3.: Leipzig: F. Hofmeister, 1936.
Dunsing, Paul. German Folk Dances, Northern Germany,, Vol. 1.: Leipzig: Verlag Friedrich Hofmeister (Gretel Dunsing). Chicago, 1936.
Dunsing, Paul. Old and New Dances of Northern Germany.: Leipzig: Verlag Friedrich Hofmeister, 1936.
Dunham, Katherine. Dances of Haiti.: Berkeley, California: University of California, Center for African Studies, 1983. 78 pp. Paperback.
Durang, C. The Ball-Room Bijou, and Art of Dancing, Containing the Figures of the Polkas, Mazurkas, and Other Popular New Dances: With Rules for Polite Behavior.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Fisher & Brother, 1856.
Durlacher, Edward. Honor Your Partner: 81 American Square, Circle, and Contra Dances, With Complete Instructions for Doing Them.: New York, New York: Devin-Adair, Co., 1949.
Durlacher, Edward. Square Dances.: Mills Music, 1946. 36 pp..
Dziewanowska, Ada. Polish Dances.: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1970.
Dziewanowska, Ada. Polish Folk Songs (revised edition).: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada. Polish National Dances.: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1968. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada. Rzeszow Dances.: Watertown, Masachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1970. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada & Dziewanowski, Jaś. Easy Dances from Poland.: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1977. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada & Dziewanowski, Jaś. Tańce Ludowe z Polski: Silesian Dances Presented by Ada Dziewanowska and Jaś Dziewanowski..: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1977. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada & Dziewanowski, Jaś. Tańce Śląskie: Silesian Dances Presented by Ada Dziewanowska and Jaś Dziewanowski..: Watertown, Massachusetts: Ada Dziewanowska, 1975. Self Published.
Dziewanowska, Ada; Dziewanowska, Basia; Dziewanowski, Jaś Kmieć, Staś & Marek, Jacek. Polish Folk Dance & Songs: A Step-by-Step Guide.: New York, New York: Hippocrene Books, 1997. 800 pp. Descriptions of more than 90 dances of Poland. This work contains in-depth descriptions of more than 90 of Poland's most characteristic and interesting dances, including the national dances: the Polonez, the Mazur, the Kujawiak, the Oberek, and the Krakowiak, as well as selected regional dances from the five ethnographic areas of Mazowsze, Małopolska, Silesia, Wielkopolska, and Pomorze. 672 pp. Hardcover.
Eben, B. Eben's Order Book for Dancing.: Nashua, New Hampshire: Whittemore's Press, 1877.
Eden, Ya'akov. Dance the Country Western Way.: Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co., 1998. 250 pp. Paperback.
Eden, Ya'akov. Moving in International Circles.: Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co., 1995 (1998). 347 pp. Spiral-bound.
Edison, Stephen D. The Recreational Approach to Folk Dance Teaching.: Stephen D. Edison, 1960. Self Published. 47 pp. No dance descriptions. "Ten Axioms for Teaching," administration of a folk dance group, classifying dances, ending the folk dance session, handling beginners, some basic steps, suggested reading list. Paperback booklet.
Edmondson. You Can Dance.: KMS Publishing, 2011. Dance is well known as a form of exercise but belly dancing is a type of dancing that is body friendly. eBook.
Eichenbaum, R. Dance and Ritual Movement of the Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews in L.A..: Los Angeles: University of California, 1980.
Eisenberg, Helen & Larry. And Promenade All.: Nashville, Tennessee: The Methodist Publishing House, 1951. Self Published, 1977. 41 pp. Descriptions of 23 dances and singing games, from Austria, Belgium, Denmark, England, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania, Sweden, Switzerland, United States (including American squares and a Cherokee social dance). No background. Terms, record sources, dance notation sources, piano music. Paperback.
Eisenberg, Larry. The World of Fun Series of Recreational Recordings.: Nashville, Tennessee: Methodist Publishing House, 1951. 35 pp. Descriptions of 58 easy dances from Austria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Lithuania, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, United States. No background. Suggestions for folk games, obtaining proper record player, list of records. Paperback.
Elekes, E. W. Hungarian Dances: Guide Book for Teachers of Hungarian Dances.: Budapest: Stephaneum Ltd., 1936.
Ellfeldt, Lois. Folk Dance.: New York, New York: McGraw-Hill, 1969. Paperback.
Ellis, Clyed; Lassiter, Luke Eric, & Dunham, Gary H.. Powwow.: UNP-Bison Books, 2005, 314 pp. Powwow begins with an exploration of the history and significance of powwows, ranging from the Hochunk dances of the early twentieth century to present-day Southern Cheyenne gatherings to the contemporary powwow circuit of the northern plains. Paperback.
Elmwell, L. H. Prompter's Pocket Instruction Book.: Boston: White-Smith Music Co., 1892.
English Country Dances of Today.: New York, New York: The Country Dance Society of America, 1948.
Eriksson, A. W. E. Folk Dancing.: Edmonton, Alberta: 1954.
Evanchuk, Robin. When the Curtain Goes Up, the Gods Come Down: Aspects of Performance Ceremonies of Orisha Worship.: Los Angeles: University of California, 1996.
Evanchuk, Robin. Dancing in the Aisles: The Return of Liturgical Dance to Sacred Spaces.: Tuscaloosa, Alabama; University of Alabama Press. (Forthcoming)
Evanchuk, Robin & Flores-Peña, Ysamur. Santeria Garments and Altars: Speaking without a Voice.: Jackson, Mississippi: University Press of Mississippi, 1994.
Evans, Bessie & Evans, May G. Native American Dance Steps.: New York, New York: Dover Publications, 2003. 112 pp. Provides details of the varied steps that certain Native American groups have used to express their dance ideas — from skips, jumps, and hop steps, to an Indian form of the pas de bourrée. Similarities to Oriental dances, classical ballet, Spanish and Russian variants are considered. 20 black-and-white illustrations. Paperback.
Evans, Bessie & Garrettson Evans, May. American Indian Dance Steps.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1931. Hacker Art Books, 1975 (facsimile). 104 pp. Concerned chiefly with elements of the art observed in certain Pueblo tribes of New México — especially those of San Ildefonso, Tesuque, Santa Clara, Cochiti, and Santo Domingo. Transcription and analysis of steps and dances are by Bessie Evans; description and commentary are by May G. Evans. Hardcover.
Evans, Jane. Let's Dance: A Movement Approach to Folk Dance.: North York, Ontario: Can-Ed Media Limited, 1985. Paperback.
Evans, Mary. Costumes Through the Ages.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: J. B. Lippincott Co., 1930 (1950).
Evans, Mary. How to Make Historic American Costumes.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1942.
Ewart, Mary; Ewart, David & Ewart, May. Scottish Ceilidh Dancing.: Mainstream Publishing, 1996, 176 pp. Guiding you through intricate dance steps and various hand holds in simple, straightforward language, this book introduces you to the exuberant world of the Dashing White Sergeant, the Gay Gordons, the Gypsy Tap, and the Lucky Seven, to name but a few. Paperback.
Fajardo, Libertad V. See the World in Dances.: Manila: National Book Store: 1967 (1992). 102 pp.
Fajardo, Libertad V. Visayan Folk Dances, Vol. I-III.: Manila: Solidaridad Publishing, 1961, 1964, 1975. National Book Store, 1992. Descriptions; costume; glossary of terms; piano music; regional classification of published Filipino dance steps and terms.
Fallon, Dennis J. & Kuchenmiester, Sue Ann. The Art of Ballroom Dance.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing Co., 1977. 151 pp. Information on Styling, Dance Positions, Leading and Following, Dance Steps, and Dance Terms; Details on the Fox-Trot, Swing, Waltz, Cha-cha, Rumba, Samba, Tango, and Polka. Paperback.
Farrell, Rebecca E.. Across the Water: Teaching Irish Music and Dance at Home and Abroad.: R&L Education, 2010, 130 pp. Across the Water: Teaching Irish Music and Dance at Home and Abroad gives general music teachers the tools to introduce the music and dance of Ireland while respecting the music's cultural origins. eBook.
Farwell, Jane. Folk Dances for Fun.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service, Inc., no date. 65 pp. Descriptions for 25 easy dances and singing games. Recreational tips, piano music, song words, 1957. Booklet.
Farwell, Jane. Folk Dancing for Fun.: Cooperative Extension Work, no date. Music and instruction for 27 dances, with recreation leadership tips.
Farwell, Jane. My Heart Sings.: Informal Music Service, no date. 81 pp. Written music for 206 songs with lyrics. Small Paperback.
Fazzino, Lillian David. Indians of America.: Racine, Wisconsin: Whitman Publishing, Co., 1935. 94 color pictures.
Fenton, William N. The Iroquois Eagle Dance: An Offshoot of the Calumet Dance.: Syracuse University Press, 1991, 324 pp. This volume explores how the Eagle Dance was celebrated in New York and Canada during the 1930s and how it related to the widespread Calumet Dance of the 17th century. Paperback.
Fergusson, Erna. Fiesta in México.: New York, New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1934. Illustrations by Valentin Vidauretta. A account of the dancing that takes place during México's most typical regional celebrations.
Filcich, John. Igra Kolo: Dance Kolos with John Filcich.: Oakland, California: Slav-Art Music Co., 1953. Self Published. 29 pp. Descriptions for 33 dances, referenced to recorder music. Folk dances collected from Yugoslav-Americans. Paperback.
Filcich, John. Sing and Dance the Kolo – A Songbook, Vol. 1.: San Francisco: Kolo Festival, 1966. Self Published.
Fisher, Jennifer & Shay, Anthony. When Men Dance: Choreogaphing Masculinities Across Borders.: Oxford University Press, 2009, 432pp. When Men Dance offers a progressive vision that boldly articulates double-standards in gender construction within dance and brings hidden histories to light in a globalized debate.
Fitchet, A & MacLeish, I. Angus Fitchet Scottish Dance Collection.: Glasgow: Mozart Allan, 1950.
Five Poplular Country Dances.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, Oxford University Press, 1933
Flett, J. P. and T. M. Traditional Dancing in Scotland.: London, England: Routledge, 1990. 313 pp. This book is a descrition of some traditional dances and footwork. The authors went around interviewing elderly people and collecting their recollections of how dancing was done when they were young. These dances date back to the mid 1800's. This is a nice alternative to dances presented by the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Paperback.
Flynn, Arthur Irish Dance.: Gretna, Louisiana: Pelican Publishing, 1998. 72 pp. This book traces the history of dance in Ireland, with chapters on music, dance costumes, competitions, and the phenomenal revival. There are instructions and illustrated steps to two elementary dances. Hardcover.
Fogg, George & Jackson, Rich. A Choice Collection of Country Dances as Printed and Sold by John and William Neal in Christ Church Yard....: Boston: Country Dance Society: Reprint of a 1726 book, commonly referred to as the "Neal Book" and "A Choice Collection of Country Dances."
Fogg, George; Van Winkle, Kate & Keller, George. Country Dances from Colonial New York.: New York, New York: Country Dance Society, 2000. Reprint of James Alexander's Notebook, 1730.
Foley, Catherine E. Step Dancing in Ireland: Culture and History.: Taylor & Francis, 2016, 280 pp. Tracing the trajectory of step dancing in Ireland, Catherine Foley tells its story from roots in eighteenth-century Ireland to its diverse cultural manifestations today. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dance Dictionary.: San Francisco: Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., no date.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Vols. I-VIII.: The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1945-1958.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Beginner Dances. Vol. A-1.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. 36 pp. Descriptions of 30 easy dances from Argentina, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, Lithuania, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, United States. Terms, abbreviations, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Beginner Dances. Vol. A-2.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1962. 35 pp. Descriptions of 33 easy dances from Austria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Estonia, Germany, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Panama, Romania, Scotland, Switzerland, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Intermediate Dances. Vol. B-1.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1959. 35 pp. Descriptions of 30 intermediate dances from Argentina, Austria, Czechoslovakia, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, México, Philippines, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, United States, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, square dance positions, Irish step motifs, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Intermediate Dances. Vol. B-2.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. 36 pp. Descriptions of 25 intermediate dances from Austria, England, Estonia, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, México, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United States, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, square dance positions, Irish steps motifs, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Advanced Dances. Vol. C-1.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1960. 56 pp. Descriptions of 12 advanced dances from Czechoslovakia, Germany, Italy, Mallorca, México, Poland, Russia, Ukraine. Terms, abbreviations, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, Advanced Dances. Vol. C-2.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. 62 pp. Descriptions of 17 advanced dances from France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, México, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Scotland, Spain, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, Scottish step motifs, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, No-Partner Dances. Vol. D-1.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. 61 pp. Descriptions of 43 easy and intermediate non-partner dances from Armenia, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Greece, Israel, Romania, Spain, Syria, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. Folk Dances from Near and Far, No-Partner Dances. Vol. D-2.: Berkeley, California: California Book Co. The Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc. 61 pp. Descriptions of 34 easy, intermediate, and advanced non-partner dances from Armenia, Bolivia, Bulgaria, France, Greece, Israel, Romania, Turkey, Yugoslavia. Terms, abbreviations, references. Collection of dances reprinted from the Folk Dance Federation magazine, Let's Dance. Paperback.
Folk Tunes.: Burnham Park, Illinois: Chicago Park District, 1942. W.P.A. project.
Folklore Village Farm, Inc. Folk Dances and Music, Vol. I.: Dodgeville, Wisconsin: Folklore Village Farm, Inc., 1975. 17 pp. Descriptions of nine easy dances from Denmark, England, France, Germany, Poland, Scotland, United States. No background. Piano music, song words. Booklet.
Folklore Village Farm, Inc. Folk Dances and Music, Vol. II.: Dodgeville, Wisconsin: Folklore Village Farm, Inc., 1975. 19 pp. Descriptions of 18 easy dances from Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Germany, Greece, Israel, United States, Yugoslavia. No background. Piano music, song words. Booklet.
Ford, H. & Lovett, M. B. B. Music, Calls, and Directions for Old Time Dancing.: Dearborn, Michigan: Ford Motors, 1941 (1943).
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Old Danish Folk Dances.: Kovenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1906.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Legestuen ([3. opl.] ed.).: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1934.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Beskrivelser af Gamle Danske Folke Danse, Hefte III.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1946.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Legestuen ([3. opl.] ed.).: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1948.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Beskrivelser af Gamle Danske Folke Danse, Hefte II.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1955.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Beskrivelser af Gamle Danske Folke Danse, Hefte III.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1955.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Lolland-Falster.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1960.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Old Danish Folk Dances.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1960.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Salling-Danse.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1963.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Dendsyssel og Laeso.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1966.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Mon.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1966.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Fyn og Oerne.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1969.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Bornholm.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1971.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Mors og Thy.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1973.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Vejledning for Ledere i Folkedans af Sv. Clemmensen.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1973.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle sonderjyske Danse.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1975.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Beskrivelser af Gamle Danske Folke Danse, Hefte I.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1976.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Dejle Desteregn.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1976.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Sjaelland.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1976.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Beskrivelser af Gamle Danske Folke Danse for Begyndere.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1977.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra forskellige Egne.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1977.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Himmerlands-Danse.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1978.
Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme. Gamle Danse fra Hardsyssel.: Kobenhavn, Denmark: Foreningen til Folkedansens Fremme, 1979.
Forrest, John. The History of Morris Dancing, 1438-1750.: Toronto, Ontario: University of Toronto Press. 456 pp. John Forrest carefully analyses a wealth of evidence to show that morris dancing does not, in fact have pagan or ancient origins. His examination of early documentation draws morris traditions into the wider area of communal customs and public celebrations, showing the passage of dance ideas between groups of people who until now have been considered folklorically distinct. Hardcover.
Foss, H. The Angus Fitchet Scottish Dance Album.: Glasgow: James S. Kerr, 1954. Hardcover
Foss, H. The Celtic Brooch: Scottish Country Dance for Three Coupes; With a New Formation.: Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland: Hugh Foss, 1964.
Foss, H. Dances to Song Tunes: Fifteen Scottish Country Dances.: Glendarroch, Scotland: Hugh Foss, 1966.
Foster A. A Collection of Six Morris Dances and Jigs.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1938.
Foster, A. Five Popular Country Dances.: London, England: Oxford University Press, 1933.
Foster, C. D.. Learn to Dance and Call Square Dances the Foster Way.: Denver: Foster's Folkway Features, 1942.
Foster, C. D.. Learn to Dance and Call Square Dances the Foster Way, Part Two.: Denver: Foster's Folkway Features, 1947.
Foster, W. A & Rohrbough, L. Favorite Square Dances as Called by William A. Foster.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service, 1941.
Fox, Grace I. & Gruppe Merrill, Kathleen. Folk Dancing in High School and College.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1944. New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1957. 89 pp. Descriptions of several dances. Costume illustrations, teaching, piano music. Terms, alphabatized index, classified index. Hardcover.
Fox, Grace Imogene. Folk Dancing.: New York, New York: Ronald Press Co., 1944 (1957). 89 pp. This book offers a collection of interesting and colorful folk and square dances which are fun to perform. Hardcover.
Francis; Day & Hunter. Old Favorite Dances No. 1-3.: London, England: Francis, Day & Hunter, 1930s.
Emery, Lynne Frauley. Black Dance from 1619 to Today.: Heightstown, New Jersey: : Princeton Book Co., 1988. A complete and fascinating history with many notes and quotes, and a foreword by Katherine Dunham. Lynne Emery is a social scientist and historian who has a great knowledge of dance.
Freehof, Florence. New Dances from Israel.: Chicago: Sanders Publishing Co., 1960. Ten dance descriptions.
Freehof, Florence. The Jews are a Dancing People.: San Francisco: Stark-Rath Printing and Publishing Co., 1954. 71 pp. Historical background, teaching methods, and simple dance notations.
Freehof, Florence. Tips on Teaching Folk Dancing.: Self Published, 1955. 71 pp.
French, J. A. The Prompter's Hand Book.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Oliver Ditson, Co., 1893.
Frey, H. American Square Dances With Calls: Polks, Jigs, and Reels.: New York, New York: Robbins, 1954.
Friedberg, Joan. Dancing on the Off Beat: Travels in Greece.: Bloomington, Indiana: Xlibris, 2005. 198pp. The Greece of fun-loving waiters, sun-drenched beaches, the breaking of plates, and big fat weddings only scratches the surface of the real Greece. In this account of a woman traveling solo throughout the Greek mainland, Joan Carol Friedberg uncovers a glimpse into the tragic history of modern Greece as it is reflected in the music, and she provides a context for understanding Greece's compelling and unique musical expressions. Paperback.
Friend, Robyn; Siegel, Neil & Varzi, Monteza. Contemporary Contexts for Iranian Professional Musical Performance.: Los Angeles: City Roots Festival, 1987.
Friese, Jovita Sison. Philippine Folk Dances from Pangasinan.: Burlington, Vermont: Vantage Press, 1980. Hardcover.
Frost, Helen. Clog and Character Dances.: Whitefish, Montana: Kessinger Publishing LLC, 2004. 84 pp. Through pantomime, tapping, and lilting step, the clog dance develops a response to music that is joyous and satisfying. The book includes musical scores of clogging songs and photographs that are illustrative of the dance and time. Paperback.
Frost, Helen. The Clog Dance Book.: New York, New York: A. S. Barns and Co., 1921. 40 pp. Descriptions of 14 dances. Hardcover.
Frost, Helen. Oriental and Character Dances.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1930. Hardcover.
Fyfe, Agnes. Dances of Germany.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1951. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Gaborjan, A.; Kresz, M. & Griffin, C. Hungarian Peasant Costumes.: Budapest: Corvina Press, 1969.
Gadd, May. Country Dances of Today, Book 2.: New York, New York: Country Dance Society of America, 1951. 16 pp. Handbook of 17 contemporary English country dances. Paperback.
Galanti, Bianca M. Dances of Italy.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1950. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Gallop, Rodney. A Book of the Basques.: London, England: MacMillan and Co., 1930. Origin and history of the Basques; language, literature, folk song, music, dance, games, etc.
Gates, E. M. Old Dances from New Nations.: Chicago: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1932. Contains 5 dances from Estonia, 5 from Latvia, 1 from Russia, and 1 from Poland; music.
Gaudreau, H. Modern Contra Dancing.: Sandusky, Ohio: Square Dance Magazine, 1971.
Gault, Marian & Ned. 100 and 1 Easy Folk Dances.: Monte Sereno, California, 1970. Self Published. Third revision 1980. 25 pp. Concise descriptions of 101 easy dances from Armenia, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, México, Philippines, Romania, Russia, Scotland, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, United States, Yugoslavia. No background. Terms, abbreviations, alphabetical index, index by formation. Paperback.
Gault, Marian & Ned. 100 and 1 More Easy Folk Dances.: Monte Sereno, California, 1977. Self Published. First revision 1980. 35 pp. Concise descriptions of 101 easy dances from Austria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, México, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United States, Yugoslavia. No background. Terms, abbreviations, alphabetical index, index by formation. Paperback.
Geary, Marjarie C. Folk Dances of Czecho Slovakia.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1922. 72 pp. Paperback.
Geddes, J. Folk and Square Dances.: Toronto: Canadian Folk Dance Society, 1967.
Gessel, Ira. MIT Folkdance Club Songbook.: Cambridge, Massachusetts: MIT Folkdance Club. Words to nearly 300 songs in their original languages (using Latinica), almost all with translations. Spelling and diacriatical marks extremely accurate and dependable translations. Available only online.
Geisler, R. Village Dance Music from Around the World, Arranged for Recorders and Mixed Instruments.: Grass Valley, California: Village & Early Music Society, 1985.
Geisler, R. The Bulgarian Collection: Music & Lyrics to 35 Favorite Folkdances.: Grass Valley, California: Village & Early Music Society, 1989.
Geisler, R. The Yugoslav Collection: Music & Lyrics to 40 Favorite Folkdances from Bosnia, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, & Slovenia.: Grass Valley, California: Village & Early Music Society, 1989.
Geisler, R. Village Music From around the World, Dance Syllabus.: Grass Valley, California: Village & Early Music Society, 1993.
Geisler, R. Balkanalia.: Grass Valley, California: Village & Early Music Society, 1999.
Gelding, A. Games and Dances of the New Zealand Maoris.: Interlochen, Michigan: NAPECW, 1960.
Gelman, Morry. Folk Dancing for Fun, Vol. I.: Minneapolis: Morry Gelman, 1949. Self Published.
Gelman, Morry. Folk Dancing for Fun, Vol. II.: Minneapolis: Morry Gelman, 1949. Self Published.
Gelman, Morry. Austrian Dances.: Bowie, Maryland: Morry Gelman, 2007. Self Published.
General Federation of Jewish Labour. 12 Folk Dances: Souvenir from Israel, No. A, B, C..: Rehovot, Israel: General Federation of Jewish Labour in Israel, 1958, 1959, 1962.
Gessel, I. MIT Folk Dance Club Song Book.: Canbridge, Massachusetts: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1975.
Getchell, Larry. The 1974-75 Ballroom Dance Book.: California: Self Published.
Getchell, Larry. The New – Revised 1975-1976 Ballroom Dance Book.: California. Self Published.
Getchell, Larry. International Quick Step and Western Swing and Other Dance Descriptions.: California. Self Published.
Gibson, John G. Gaelic Cape Breton Step-Dancing: An Historical and Ethnographic Perspective.: McGill-Queen's University Press, 2017, 496 pp. The purpose of this book, as it was inTraditional Gaelic Bagpiping, 1745–1945 (1998) for piping, is to nudge into its proper place the dancing of the emigrant Gael and his or her descendants in Nova Scotia where a lot of social and intellectual Gaelicness endures. Hardcover.
Gilbert, Cecile. International Folk Dance at a Glance.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing Co., 1969 (1970, 1974). 171 pp. Cryptic descriptions of 69 easy, intermediate, and advanced dances from Europe, Africa. Paperback.
Gilbert, Jean. European Festivals: Songs, Dances, and Customs from Around Europe.: Oxford, Enlglad: Oxford University Press Children's Books, 2000. 120 pp. Understanding the festivals of the people of Europe gives a real insight into the spirit, history, music, and traditions of their countries. This text presents a collection of songs, dances, fascinating facts, games and activities to bring the cultures of our neighbours to life. Teacher's Paperback book and CD.
Gilpin, Pete & Stephens, George. Bascom Larmar Lunsford "Minstrel of the Appalachians:" His Ballads and his Songs. His Mountain Square Dancing.: Asheville, North Carolina: The Stephens Press, 1966. A short biography of Bascom Lunsford, who has been greatly responsible for the preservation of mountain folk dance music and dancing; dance descriptions, calls, photographs, plus a small collection of ballads and folk songs.
Giurchescu, Anca & Bloland, Sunni. Romanian Traditional Dance, A Contextual and Structured Approach.: Leland, North Carolina: Wild Flower Press, 1995. A comprehensive document on Romanian folk dance. Photographs. Hardcover.
Glass, Henry & Nelson, Dr. Wayne. International Games and Dances.: No other info
Goddard, Sean. The Morris Tradition.: Self Published: 2004. A brief etymology and history, primary regions and related styles, English customs calendar, music, 20 photographs. 20 pp.
Gold, Jim. 50 Folk Dances.: Teaneck, New Jersey: Jim Gold. Self Published. Choreographed by Jim Gold, A Step-by-Step Guide.
Gold, Jim. 18 More Folk Dances.: Teaneck, New Jersey: Jim Gold. Self Published. Choreographed by Jim Gold, A Step-by-Step Guide.
Gold, Jim. A Treasury of International Folk Dances: A Step-by-Step Guide.: Full Court Press, 2019, 250 pp. This book is a product of extensive research into the languages, cultural histories, and folk dances local people have performed for centuries. Mr. Gold intends it as the first reference work of its kind-a repository of movements and dance steps, captured in his choreographies,created over many years. Paperback.
Golden, Cal. Square Dance Patter Book: More Than 500 Changes of Patter.: Pasadena, California: McCartney, 1951.
Golden, Cal. The Newest and Latest Square Dance Singing Calls.: Cal Golden, 1953. Self Published.
Goldschmidt, Matti. The Newest and Latest Square Dance Singing Calls.: Germany: Viersen, 2001. Examines every Israeli folk dance at hand and choses those whose lyrics can be traced back to the Bible. Containes researched development of the dances and describes their origins. Deals with preconceived notions of supposedly "biblical" dances, and sets the record straight. Wherever possible, Goldschmidt has included detailed descriptions of the dances and pictures for illustration.
Goodwin, R. D. & Hepner, N. K. A Workbook in Folk, Social, and Square Dance.: Edina, Minnesota: Burgess Bellwether, 1977 (1980).
Gooch, Bill. Happy in That Dance! (Glad i att dansa!).: Bill Gooch, 1998. Self Published. Bill Gooch is an international dance leader and Scandiphile of Knoxville. This is a collection of more than 100 descriptions of traditional dances from 14 Swedish provinces, including detailed maps with dance locations. Spiral bound Paperback.
Goodkin, Doug. Play, Sing & Dance: An Introduction to Orff Schulwerk.: New York, New York: Schott-EAMC (European American Music Corporation), 2002. 200 pp. An overview of the dynamic approach to music education known as Orff Schulwerk. The author hopes to re-imagine its import in the lives of children, schools and culture at large in contemporary times. Carl Orff's educational ideas could not have an advocate more well equipped by fortune and disposition. Inspired initially by Avon Gillespie, who embodied playing, singing and dancing, Doug Goodkin also brings to his teaching a first-hand, intensive experience of the indigenous music and dance of many continents and peoples. Paperback.
Gordon, B. and J. An Introduction to the Dance of India, China, Korea, Japan, Revised edition..: New York, New York: The Asia Society, 1965.
Gotcher, Les. Book of Calls: Over 100 Excellent Square Dance Patter Calls.: Burbak, California: Square-N-Round.
Gotcher, Les. Les Gotcher's Teaching Manual for Caller's-Teachers-Beginners.: Les Gotcher. Self Published.
Gotcher, Les. Caller's and Instructor's Teaching Manual.: Les Gotcher, 1965. Self Published.
Gotcher, Les. Square Dancin': Over 100 Calls of Squares, Rounds and Dances.: Hollywood: Beechwood Music Corporation, 1950.
Gotcher, Les. Book of "High Intermediate" Square Dance Calls: 60 Complete Calls, Arranged, Timed, Blocked by Les Gotcher.: Les Gotcher, 1965. Self Published.
Gotcher, Les. A Decade of Square Dance Choreography.: Les Gotcher, 1964. Self Published.
Gotier, Karin P. Teaching Culture Through Dance: A Workshop in International Folk Dance for Teachers.: Storrs, Connecticut: I.N. Thut World Education Center, School of Education, University of Connecticut, 1983. 40 pp.
Gotier, Karin & Miller, E. A Small German-English Glossary of Folk Dance Terms.: Plainfield, Indiana: American Federation of German Folk Dance Groups, 1996 (1997).
Gotier, Karin; Meuller, J & Meuller, U. Dances from the Rhineland-Palatine Area.: Plainfield, Indiana: American Federation of German Folk Dance Groups, 1998.
Gottier, Karin P. (Editor) and John D. Zug (Author). German-American Life: Recipes and Traditions.: Iowa City, Iowa: Penfield Press, 1991. 208 pp. Many of the most enchanting ingredients of an old-fashioned American Christmas are of German origin, traditions such as St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), the Christmas tree (Tannenbaum), kugels (blown glass ornaments), woodcarvings (nativity figures, nutcrackers), "The Messiah" by George Frederick Handel, and the Christmas carol "Silent Night," composed on Christmas Eve in 1818 by Franz Gruber. These and other traditions of German origin, embraced worldwide, are described in this book. Also included are historical facts and folklore. German literature, cinema, language art, and heritage are all presented. Paperback.
Gott, G. C. Old Familiar Dances with Figures.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Oliver Ditson Co., 1918.
Gowing, G. The Square Dancers' Guide.: New York, New York: Crown, 1957.
Grace, I & Gruppe, Kathleen merrill Fox. Folk Dancing.: New York, New York: The Ronald Press, 1957. Hardcover.
Grafički Zavod Hrvatske. Croatian Folk Songs and Dances.: Zagreb, Croatia: Grafički Zavod Hrvatske, 1945.
Graham, J. Lancaster and Cheshire Morris Dances.: London, England: Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Graham, J. Shakespearean-Bidford Morris Dances.: London, England: Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Grant, H. N. The Highland Fling and How to Teach It.: Volumes of Value, 2013. This dance comprises a hopping movement and the laws of opposition must be observed with the hands and arms. eBook.; New York, New York: Reader Mail, Inc., 1937.
Grau, Andrée. Dance.: New York, New York: Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1998. 64 pp. From the American Indian sun dance to the Zulu marriage dance, from the ballets of Ballanchine to the disco craze — dance is a part of almost every culture of the world. This stunning exploration of this most visual of art forms is brimming over with richly detailed sets and costumes and photos of memorable performers and their techniques. Hardcover.
Greene, Hank. Square and Folk Dancing: A Complete Guide for Students, Teachers, and Callers, From Novice to Long Time Devotee.: Lower Manhattan, New York: Harper and Row Publishers, Inc., 1984. 316 pp. This is a complete guide to square and folk dancing for dancers, teachers and callers. More than 90 dances are explained and illustrated with all the terms defined, calls explained, and steps illustrated — and much of the music sketched out. You'll learn the history of square and folk dances and how the dances are constructed. Tips on styling and etiquette are also included. Hardcover.
Greggerson, Herb. F. Herb's Blue Bonnet Calls.: El Paso: Herb Greggerson, 1937 (1939, 1946, 1948, 1949).
Grindea, Miron & Grindea, Carola. Dances of Rumania.: Crown Publishers, 1952, 50 pp. This work chronicles the history of the tango in the United States, from its antecedents in Argentina, Paris and London to the present day. It covers the dancers, musicians, and composers, and the tango's influence on American music. Paperback.
Groppa, Carlos G. The Tango in the United States.: McFarland & Co. Inc., 2010, 239 pp. This is a book for both ballet and Spanish dancers. It is a journey through the history of the fascinating country of Spain with its vibrant culture and people. Explored is the bolero school's distinction from ballet, that makes it so unique. Hardcover.
Grut, Marina. The Bolero School.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Co. Publishers, 2002. 432 pp. This is a book for both ballet and Spanish dancers. It is a journey through the history of the fascinating country of Spain with its vibrant culture and people. Explored is the bolero school's distinction from ballet, that makes it so unique. Hardcover.
Gundlefinger, Ruth Browns. Israeli Folk Dance Songs, Vol. 1.: Ruth Browns Gundlefinger. Self Published. Paperback. 121 songs.
Gundlefinger, Ruth Browns. Israeli Folk Dance Songs, Vol. 2.: Ruth Browns Gundlefinger. Self Published. Paperback. 54 songs.
Gurzau, Elba Farabegoli. Folk Dances, Costumes, and Customs of Italy.: Newark, New Jersey: Folkraft Press, 1964. (1981, 1982, 1963, 2000). 128 pp. Descriptions of 17 dances. Background, costumes, costume pictures, festivals, piano music. Paperback.
Gunzenhauser, Margot. Country Dancing at School.: Surrey, England: Barn Dance Publications, 1992. 102 pp. A guide to teaching 44 country dances to children. Loose leaf.
Gunzenhauser, Margot. The Square Dance and Contra Handbook.: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland, 2010. 320 pp. Ninety dances, presented in chapters according to type (mixers, progressive circles, contra, Southern mountain style, squares and others with calls, dance movements, music, glossary, bibliography, discography, and directories.
Gwynne, M. Old Time and Sequence Dancing.: London, England: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, 1950.
Hadzhimanov, V. Makedonski Narodni Pesni Momi Tikvesanki.: Skopje: Makedonsk Kniga, 1968.
Hadzhimanov, V. Soborski Narodni Pesni.: Skopje: Koko Racin, 1964.
Haas, Ken. Flamenco!.: New York, New York: Thames & Hudson, 2000. 176 pp. Behind the superficial image of flamenco lies a significant history and evolution. This study explores this history from its earliest beginnings in songs, to its present sophistication in the combination of leading singers and dancers. Hardcover.
Haire, Frances H. The Costume Book.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1937
Halliday, Maggy. Line Dancing.: NTC/Contemporary Publishing Co., 1999, 161 pp. A guide to learning line dancing for the beginner. Paperback.
Hall, Christine. Chinese Dancing.: China: Script Ease Editorial, 1995. 16 pp. An Introduction to the Traditional Folk Dances of the Han and Manchu People of Northeast China. Paperback.
Hall, Frank. Competitive Irish Dance, Art, Sport, Duty.: Madison, Wisconsin: Macater Press, 2009. 160 pp. The issues, forces, and values that entwine all participants, including competition organizers, judges, dancers, parents, and teachers. Investigating the process of teaching and learning the movement and analyzing its stage performance, he elucidates the syntactic and semantic dimensions of Irish dancing as a body language. Paperback.
Hall, J. Tillman. Folk Dance!: A Complete Guide to Social, Folk, and Square Dancing.: Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Co., 1963. Pacific Palisades, California: Goodyear Publishing Co. Inc., 1969. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1980. 242 pp. Directions to 26 of the most popular dances from a large variety of countries. Part of the Goodyear Physical Activities Series. Hardcover.
Hallen, Julienne. Folk Art Designs.: Madison, Wisconsin: Homecrafts, 1949. 96 pp.
Hamilton, Frank. American Round Dancing.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order, 1956 (1957, 1962).
Hamilton, Frank. Introduction to American Round Dances.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order.
Hamilton, Frank. Round Dance Manual.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order. For callers, teachers, club committees, and dancers.
Hamilton, Jack. English Folk Dancing: Know the Game.: Charlestown, Massachusetts: Charles River Books, 1974. 40 pp. Paperback.
Hamilton, Jack & Dyer, L. The Ralph Page Book of Contras.: London, England: Cecil Sharp House, 1969 (1973).
Harbin, E.O. The Fun Encyclopedia.: Nashville, Tennessee: Abingdon Press, 1940. 1008 pp. Several musical games and dances in the Fun with Musical Games section, including American, Danish, German, Hungarian, Irish, Norwegian. Other sections include Home Fun, Fun in the Clubroom, Fun with Hobbies, Fun with Banquets, Fun with Active Games, Fun with Icebreakers, Fun Outdoors, Fun with Sports, Fun with Music, Fun with Dramatics, Fun with Puppets, more. Hardcover.
Harding. Harding's Collection of Jigs and Reels.: New York, New York: Paull-Pioneer Music Corp, 1932.
Harris, Jane. File O' Fun.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing Co., 1962. Mixers, games, and social recreation.
Harris, Jane; Pittman, Anne M & Waller, Marlys S. Dance A While: Handbook of Folk, Square, and Social Dancing.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing, 1955 (1964, 1968, 1978).
Harris, Paul & Batista, Nelson. Salsa and Merengue: The Essential Step-By-Step Guide, Plus First Steps in Other Latin Rhythms.: Rawalpindi, Pakistan: Sigma Press, 1998. 107 pp. Written by a United Kingdom and West European Latin American dance champion, this book not only contains salsa and merengue steps but contains the first steps in mambo and cha-cha-cha. Paperback.
Hartsfield, Joyce. Solo Dancing.: New York, New York: Worldtone Music, Inc. 35 pp. Descriptions for 25 dances. Paperback.
Hartz, Judy. Folk Dance.: Judy Hartz. Self Published.
Hasketh, Christian. Tartan Early History.: Itasca, Illinois: Putman, 1961.
Hayes, Michelle Heffner. Flamenco, Conflicting Histories of the Dance.: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland, 2009. 212 pp. This analytical history traces representations of flamenco dance in Spain and abroad from the twentieth century to the present, using histories, film, accounts of live performances, and practitioner interviews. Paperback.
Heaney, Michael. The Ancient English Morris Dance.: Archaeopress, 2023, 530 pp. This book traces the history of those attitudes, from the dance's introduction to England in the fifteenth century, through the contention of the Reformation and Civil War, during which morris dancing and maypoles became potent symbols of the older ways of living. Paperback.
Heaton, Alma & Israel. Ballroom Dance Rhythms.: Reading, Pennsylvania: William C. Brown Co., 1961. This book presents comprehensive material on dances that are fun and entertaining. Dance styles that have familiar, upbeat rhythms are presented simply and clearly.
Heaton, Alma & Israel. Social Dance Rhythms.: Provo, Utah: Brigham Young University Press. A variety of well-known social dances are brought together in this volume in a well-organized logical sequence. The simple steps and procedures given for American and Latin dance rhythms make social dancing enjoyable and fun for teachers and students alike.
Hébert, Louise & Germain. French Dances.: Self Published, 1968. 26 pp. Includes Costumes of Berry, France and Basic Steps for Bourees, and 16 dance descriptions. Paperback.
Heffer, Marjorie & Porter, W. S. Maggot Pie: A Book of Country Dances.: London, England: W. Heffer and Sons, Ltd., 1932. Twenty-six dances including longways for 8, 6; rounds for 6; squares and rounds for 8; melody line for each dance.
Heglin, Howard J. Folk Dancing for Self Expression and Group Experience.: San Diego: Heglin Productions, 1973. 40 pp. Paperback.
Heifetz, D. Country-Western Dance within the Context of Popular Culture in the Los Angeles Area.: Los Angeles, University of California, 1982. Master's thesis.
Heikel, Yngvar & Collan, Anni. Dances of Finland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Heikkila, Sari (ed). Old Finnish Folk Dances.: Helsinki, Finland: Suomalaisen Kasantanssin Ystävät, 1988. 47 pp.
Hendrix, D. B. Smoky Mountain Square Dances: Ann Arbor, Michigan: Edwards Brothers, 1941 (1952).
Herman, Michael. Folk Dances for All.: New York, New York: Barnes and Noble, Inc., 1947, 1948, 1959. 99 pp. Descriptions of 19 dances from Bulgaria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, México, Norway, Poland, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United States. Background, diagrams, black and white photographs, piano music. Paperback.
Herzog, Lena. Flamenco: Dance Class.: Hong Kong: Periplus Publishing, 2003. 240 pp. Hardcover.
Herzog, Lena. Flamenco.: Hong Kong: Periplus Publishing, 2004. 256 pp. Hardcover.
Heyman, Alan C. (revised by Hazel Chung Hood). Dances of the Three-Thousand-League Land.: Ann Arbor, Michigan: The University of Michigan Press, 1964. Dong-A Publishing Co., 1966. 40 pp.
Hicks, J. Francis & Day's Square Dance Instructions, Calls and Music.: London, England: Francis, Day & Hunter, 1952.
Highland Dancing.: London, England: Nelson and Sons, 1955. Manual, Official Text Book of the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Gymnastic and Folk Dances, Vol. I.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1922, 1925, 1926, 1930. 80 pp. Solo dances. Idealistic old fashioned ballet approach. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Gymnastic and Folk Dances, Vol. II.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1930. 46 pp. Descriptions of several dances of Sweden, piano music. No background. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Gymnastic and Folk Dances, Vol. III.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1930. Descriptions of several dances, piano music. No background. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Gymnastic and Folk Dances: Vol. IV.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1924, 1930. 107 pp. Group dances. Clog, Jigs, Tap and Sword Dances. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Gymnastic and Folk Dances: Vol. V.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1926. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Music for Hinman Gymnastic Dancing.: Maru Wood Hinman. Self Published, 1914.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Ring Dances and Singing Games, Vol. I.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Ring Dances and Singing Games, Vol. II.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Ring Dances and Singing Games, Vol. III.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co. Hardcover.
Hinman, Mary Wood. Tap dances, clogs & jigs.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1930. Sword dances and gymnastics for boys. Hardcover.
Hips, R. Harold & Chappell, Wallace. A World of Fun.: Nashville, Tennessee: The Methodist Church, 1959. The instruction book companion to The World of Fun Record Series. Big circles are found on pages 160 to 174.
Ho, C. The History of Chinese Dances.: Taiwan.
Ho, C. Selections from National Folk Dance Essays.: Taiwan.
Ho, C. Articles on Chinese Folk Dances.: Taiwan, 1948
Ho, C. Chinese Folk Songs.: Taiwan, 1968.
Hofer, Mari Ruef. Polite and Social Dances.: Chicago: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1917.
Hofer, Mari Ruef. All the World a-Dancing.: Chicago: Clayton F. Summy Co., 1925. A collection of 33 international folk dances; muscic and lyrics.
Hofer, Mari Ruef. Popular Folk Games and Dances.: Chicago: A Flanagan, 1914. 56 pp. A collection of 33 international folk dances; muscic and lyrics.
Hofer, Tamas. Hungarian Peasant Art.: Budapest, Hungary: Corvina Press, 1958.
Hofman, Huig. Folk Dances (Dansend Volkje).: Antwerp, Belgium: Volksdanscentrale, 1982. 13 books authored.
Hogendijk, Cor. Triple Dutch: Dutch Contradances in English style.: Amsterdam, Netherlands: Volksdansvereniging Nederlandse Volksdans Stichting, 1981.
Holden, Rickey. A Dance Notation System Developed in Romania by Vera Proca-Ciortea.: Rickey Holden, 1962. Self Published.
Holden, Rickey. Description of 58 Israeli Folk Dances.: Tel Aviv, Israel: 1962.
Holden, Rickey. International Folk Dances for Fun and Recreation.: Hong Kong: Chinese Y.M.C.A., 1960, 1961. 60 pp.
Holden, Rickey. Notes on Turkish Folk Dances.: Cyprus, Ankara, Turkey, 1962.
Holden, Rickey. Rhythmic Activities for Fun and Recreation.: Gwalior, M.P. and Calcutta, India: Publisher, 1961, 1962. Paperback.
Holden, Rickey. Square Dance Caller, The.: Rickey Holden, 1961. Self Published. 48 pp. Includes Phrasing, Knowledge and Background, Speech Habits, Rhythm, Command, Timing, Judgment, Pitch, Personality, Excitement, Showmanship, Patter, Composition of Words, Music, Art of Calling, and Practice and Experience; more. Paperback.
Holden, Rickey. Square Dances of West Texas.: The Society of Folk Dance Historians, Austin, Texas. 32 pp. Map, technical points, standard 4-couple square dance, square dance of West Texas, history, technical sequence, bibliography, index, and descriptions for 19 dances. Small Paperback.
Holden, Rickey; Kaltman, Frank & Kulbitzky, Olga. The Contra Dance Book.: Newark, New Jersey: American Squares, 1956. 126 pp. Introduction, Calling and Teaching, Type Classification, Glossary of Contra Terms, The Progressive Circle, Bibliograhy, Index, and descriptions for 109 dances. Spiral bound Paperback.
Holden, Rickey & Litman, Lloyd. Instant Hash.: Rickey Holden, 1962. Self Published. 116 pp. An advanced text on modern square dance figures, with over 230 practical examples and also hints on how to analyze and simplify hash, and to change figures quickly and easily for more dancing fun. Paperback.
Holden, Rickey & Vouras, Mary. Greek Folk Dances.: Newark, New Jersey: Folkraft Press, 1965. Brussels: Folkraft Europe, 1976. 128 pp. Descriptions of 86 dances of Greece. History, background, map, geography, authenticity, choreography, notation, formation, musical instruments, rhythms, records, positions, dance titles, transliteration, piano music. Terms, bibliography, index. Spiral-bound.
Holden, Rickey & Kulbitsky, Olga. The Contra Dance Book.: Newark, New Jersey: American Squares, 1956.
Holmes, McDougal. Highland Dancing.: San Francisco: Collins Educational, 1984. 72 pp. Paperback.
Hopkins, Jerry & Kamili'ia Erikson, Repecca. The Hula.: San Diego: Apa Productions, 1978 (1982). 193 pp. Hawai'i in the 1970s was a vibrant time; a Hawaiian Renaissance was being led, in part, by the renewed popularity of and interest in hula as an integral part of Hawaiian culture. The Hula was originally written by Jerry Hopkins in 1978, with assistance from Rebecca Kamili'ia Erikson, and it has been a significant narrative on the dance form ever since. Hopkins's book was the first to offer readers a comprehensive history of hula aimed at a general audience. Hardcover.
Horst, Louis. Pre-Classic Dance Forms.: Ann Arbor, Michigan: The University of Michigan, The Dance Observer, 1937. New York, New York: Dover Publications, 1940.
Hostetler, Lawrence A. Walk Your Way to Better Dancing.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1942 (Revised 1952). 263 pp.
Hough, Walter. The Moki Snake Dance.: Legare Street Press, 2022, 62 pp. The Snake dance is an elaborate prayer for rain, in which the reptiles are gathered from the fields, entrusted with the prayers of the people, and then given their liberty to bear these petitions to the divinities who can bring the blessing of copious rains to the parched and arid farms of the Hopis Hardcover.
Houston, Ron. Folk Dance Catalog: Compiled by Ron Houston.: Austin, Texas: 1976. A list of many hundreds of folk dances available up until 1976.
Houston, Ron. Folk Dance Phone Book and Group Directory.: Austin, Texas: 1986- Self Published. A publication of The Society of Folk Dance Historians, 1506 Rainbow Bnd, Austin, TX 78703-3108. Paperbacks.
Houston, Ron. Folk Dance Problem Solver.: Austin, Texas: 1986- Self Published. A publication of The Society of Folk Dance Historians, 1506 Rainbow Bnd, Austin, TX 78703-3108. Cumulative Index, articles, dance notes. Paperbacks.
Houston, Ron & Nikolova, Tatiana. Folk Dancer's Bulgarian Songbook.: Austin, Texas: 1996. The Society of Folk Dance Historians, 1506 Rainbow Bnd, Austin, TX 78703-3108.
Houston, Ron. Folk Dances of Mexico for Grupos Folklóricos: Austin, Texas: 2017. The Society of Folk Dance Historians, 1506 Rainbow Bnd, Austin, TX 78703-3108, 1996. Dances introduced by Alura Flores and her students. Compiled and described by Ron Houston. Many illustrations, some in color. Hard cover, spiral binding, 8-1/2 by 11 inches. 264 pp.
Houston, Ron. Report to Members.: Austin, Texas: Ron Houston, 1986- Self Published. A publication of The Society of Folk Dance Historians, 1506 Rainbow Bnd, Austin, TX 78703-3108. Includes "The Last Dance" (obituaries), "Notable Visits and Contributions," "Book & DVD & CD Review," "Reports FROM Members," and "Gatherings," as well as articles and more. Paperbacks.
How to Dance.: Detroit, Michigan: Johnson Smith and Co., no date. 59 pp. Dances include Plain Quadrille, Fancy Quadrille, the Jig, the Jig (No. 2), the Gavotte, the Minuet, the Sociable, the Star, the Basket, the Surprise Quadrille, the Lancers, the Royal Lancers, the Caledonians, the Prince Imperial, Waltz Quadrilles, the Virginia Reel, Pop Goes the Weasel, the Glide Caledonians, the Modern Waltz, the New Society Waltz, the Redova, the Polka, the Redova Glissade, Polka Mazourka, the Polka Redova, Bohemian (Heel and Toe) Polka, the Schottische, the Galop, the German (the Maze, the Cheated Gentleman, the Mysterious Hands, the Auction, the Rope, Blind Man's Bluff, the Handkerchief Chase, the Two Lines, the Fuss in the Corner, the Knot, the Serpent, the Baskets' Grand Chain, Jerusalem), Two Step, (Military) Three Step, Tango, One Step, Fox-Trot. Quaint line drawings. Small Paperback.
Howard, James Henri; Victoria Lindsay Levine. Choctaw Music and Dance.: University of Oklahoma Printing: Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1990. 224 pp. Hardcover.
Howe, Elias. Howe's Fifty Contra Dances.: Boston: Elias Howe, 1860.
Howe, Elias. Howe's Fifty Contra Dances No. 2.: Boston: Elias Howe, 1860.
Howe, Elias. American Dancing Master, and Ball-room Prompter: Containing About Five Hundred Dances.: Boston: Elias Howe, 1862.
Howe, Eilias. New American Dancing Master.: Boston: Elias Howe Co., 1880.
Hughes, Geoff. Clog Steps for Beginners.: London, England: Country Dance and Song Society, 1975. 28 pp. English clog steps, danced to hornpipes, presented for easy recall. Written as an accurate reminder for step practice. Paperback.
Hull, James A. Square Dance Calls and Explanations.: Berkeley, California: James A. Hull, 1948.
Hungrywolf, Adolf. Powwow Dancers and Craftworkers Handbook.: Skookumchuck, British Columbia: Good Medicine Books, 1999. 144 pp. Powwow and dance costumes that have been worn during the past 100 years, along with written histories and firsthand accounts of powwow activities. Numerous pen and ink drawings illustrate many of the items worn with powwow costumes. A great resource for dancers, craftworkers, and historians. Paperback.
Hunt, Paul & Underwood, Charlotte. Calico Rounds: The Round and Folk Dancer Teacher.: New York, New York: Harper & Brothers, 1955.
Hunt, Yvonne. Traditional Dance in Greek Culture.: Athens: Centre for Asia Minor Studies, 1996. Dance genres and styles are presented by geographical regions, i.e., Dodekanisa, Kyklades, Kriti, Roumeli, Makedonia, etc. In addition, various customs in which dance plays a central or important role — apokreas, celebrations, anastenaria, Lazarines, tzamala — are also discussed. An entire chapter is devoted to improvisation and leading the dance as well as a chapter on the naming of the dances.
Hunt, Yvonne. The Ababas: A Rom Ritual.: Athens: Paper presented at the Oi Roma stin Ellasa (Romani in Greece), 2002.
Hutchinson, Ann. Labanotation, The System for Recording Movement.: New York, New York: New Directions Books: 1954. No dance descriptions. History, introduction, fundamentals of a graphical notation system for describing body movement. Steps motifs, arm movements, gestures, jumps, leg gestures, flexing, stretching, circular path, turns, use of body and space holds, touch, slide, brush, parts of the limbs, passive movements, uses of the body, subtelties of movement, kneeling, sitting, lying, rotations of the parts of the body, deviations, more. Illustrations, index. Paperback.
Hutson, Katayoun. The Beginner's Guide to Belly Dance: How to Start Your Journey Informed and Empowered.: Mosaique LLC, 2019, 100 pp. Whether you have started belly dance classes or have yet to take the plunge, this book will help answer many of your questions. Paperback.
Hyde, Dale. Folk Dances of French Canada.: North York, Ontario: Can-Ed Media Ltd., 1977. 20 pp. Descriptions of 12 dances from New Brunswick and Québec, Canada. No background. Terms, abbreviations. Paperback.
Hyde, Dale. Ontario Dances!.: North York, Ontario: Can-Ed Media Ltd., 1979. 19 pp. Descriptions of 11 dances from Ontario, Canada. Some background, terms. Paperback.
Hyll, D & Fortner, L. Folk Dances for Language Classes.: Louisville, Kentucky: Hyle & Fortner, 2001.
Ichonose, T. Learn to Dance the Hula.: Honolulu: Tongg Publishing Co., 1955.
Ikema, Hiroyuki. Folk Dance of Japan.: Tokyo: National Recreation Association, 1981. 134 pp. Descriptions of 32 dances of Japan. History, background, influences. Movement-by-movement drawings.
Ilieva, Anna. Bulgarian Dance Folklore.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Dutifa-Tamburitza Press, 1977. 22 pp. No dance descriptions. Bulgarian dance folklore, history, background. 18 black and white photographs. Paperback.
Ingber, Judith Brin. Seeing Israeli and Jewish Dance.: Detroit, Michigan: Wayne State University Press, 2011. 504 pp. Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology. Hardcover.
Inserra, Incoronata. Global Tarantella: Reinventing Southern Italian Folk Music and Dances.: University of Illinois Press, 2017, 226 pp. Incoronata Inserra ventures into the history, global circulation, and recontextualization of tarantella's changing image and role among Italians and Italian Americans. Paperback.
Itzhak-Halevy, Moshe (Moshiko). Dancing Against the Flow.: Allen King, 2021, 266 pp. Dancing Against The Flow is Moshiko's personal and professional story, written by his own hand; the life story of a man whose early circumstances and many pitfalls not only threatened the promise of success, but challenged him to give up his dreams. Paperback.
Jackson, Naomi M.; Pappas, Rebecca & Shapiro-Phim, Toni. The Oxford Handbook of Jewishness and Dance.: Oxford Handbooks, 2021, 760 pp. The Handbook considers the powerful role of dance in addressing difference, such as between American and Israeli Jewish communities. Hardcover.
Jameyson, Alice. Old Time Ballroom Dances That Are Fun to Dance Today.: Chicago: The Professional Press, 1941.
Jamison, Phil. Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance.: University of Illinois Press, 2015, 304 pp. Old-time musician and flatfoot dancer Philip Jamison journeys into the past and surveys the present to tell the story behind the square dances, step dances, reels, and other forms of dance practiced in southern Appalachia. Hardcover.
Janković, Ljubica & Danica. Dances of Yugoslavia.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1952. New York, New York: Crown Publishers, 1952. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Janković, Ljubica & Danica S. Folk Dances, Vols I-VIII (A Summary).: Belgrade, Serbia: Council of Science and Culture of the Govt. of the F.P.R. of Yugoslavia, 1951, 1952. 61 pp. Summary of Narodne Igre, published in Serbian. Vols. VI-VIII in Serbian contain short summaries in English.
Jarecka, Louise. Made in Poland.: New York, New York: Alfrd A. Knopf, 1949. 289 pp. Book for young people.
Jarl, Eddie. Eddie Jarl's Scandinavian Dance Collection.: Chicago: Chart Music Publishers, 1938 (1948).
Jarman, Harry E. George Wade's Book of Dance Calls Only for Calling Square Dances.: Toronto: Harry E. Jarman, 1936.
Jarman, Harry E. How to Call Square Dances and Old Time Dances, A Self-Teacher.: Toronto: Harry E. Jarman, 1938.
Jarman, Harry E. How to Square Dance, A Self-Teacher.: Toronto: Harry E. Jarman, 1938.
Javna, John. How to Jitterbug.: New York, New York: St. Martin's Press, 1984. 96 pp. Many moves, presented in an easy-to-follow, standard format. Black and white photos, line drawings. 33-1/3 stereo record included. Paperback.
Jennewein, J. Leonard. Dakota Square Dance Book and Instructor's Manual.: Huron, South Carolina: J. Leonard Jennewein, 1950. 93 pp. Self Published. Paperback.
Jensen, Clayne R. and Mary Bee. Beginning Folk Dance.: Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Co., 2004. 60 pp. Paperback.
Jensen, Clayne R. and Mary Bee. Beginning Folk Dancing.: Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Company, 1966. History, basic skills, improving dancing, and descriptions of 24 dances. Paperback.
Jensen, Clayne R. and Mary Bee. Beginning Square Dancing.: Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Company, 1966. Fundamentals, calling, improving your dancing, and descriptions of 16 dances. Paperback.
Jensen, Clayne R. and Mary Bee. Square Dancing.: Provo, Utah: Brigham Young University Press, 1979 (fourth printing). 159 pp. Descriptions of 16 square and round dances. Also includes chapters on discovering values, knowing square-dancing history, positions for square dancing, basic movements, dance techniques, patter calls, improving calling techniques, improving teaching techniques, and exhibition square dancing. Gossary, bibliography, test. Black and white photographs, line drawings. Paperback.
Jensen, Mary Bee and Clayne R. Folk Dancing.: Provo, Utah: Brigham University Press, 1973, 1976. 147 pp. Descriptions of 30 dances of Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Lithuania, México, New Zealand, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scandinavia, Scotland, Sweden, Ukraine, Yugoslavia. History, background, costumes, basic skills. Terms, bibliography, test. Black and white photographs, line drawings. Paperback.
Jernigan, Sara Staff & Vendien, C. Lynn. Playtime: A World Recreation Handbook.: New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Publishers. 353 pp. For primary schools. Descriptions of several folk dances and folk games from around the world, including Ethiopia, Ghana, Guyana, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Korea, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Taiwan, Uganda, South Africa, Viet Nam. Background, leadership techniques, programs, festivals, songs. Bibliography.
Jewitt, Diana. Longsword: An Introduction to the Longsword Dance Tradition of Yorkshire.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 2001. 76 pp. Paperback booklet and CD.
Jobbágy, Ilona & Kutny, István . Hungarian Folk Dances.: Astor, Florida: Danubian Press, 1969, 62 pp. Hardcover.
Johnson, D. Popular Dance Styles of the 1920s in Harlem, New York.: Los Angeles: University of California, 1986.
Johnson, S. Folk Costumes of Europe Coloring Book.: New York, New York: Dover Publications, 1977.
Johnston, A. Olde Tyme Ballroom Dances.: London, England: Stanhope Publications, 1947.
Johnston, Edith. Regional Dances of México.: Dallas: Banks Upshaw and Co., 1935, 1946, 1956. Seven regional dances, 2 sample Pan American Day plays.
Johnston, Kay & Nahanee, Gloria. Spirit of Powwow.: Blaine, Washington: Hancock House Publishers Ltd., 2003. 143 pp. The photography and text cover every component of the powwow, not just the dance competition. The authors have maintained the true voices of the dancers, drummers, officials and volunteers throughout as they speak of their experiences and beliefs. You will follow a powwow family and their friends into the dance arbour, learn of their experiences and meet the behind the scenes people who hold the event together. You will meet young dancers learning how to dance and how to make their very first regalia as they are being taught about their culture. Mix with the dancers and drummers and listen to them speak to you. Paperback.
Johnstone, G. Heel and Toe or a Do-Si-Do.: Oakland, California: 1944.
Johnstone, M. The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (many books).: Edinburgh, Scotland. Various dates.
Johnstone, M. A. Four Country Scottish Dances 1978.: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1978.
Johnstone, M. A. Five Scottish Country Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1982.
Johnstone, M. A. Eight Modern Scottish Country Dances (Book 33).: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1985.
Johnstone, M. A. Frae A' The Airts, Vol. 1-2 (Books 36 and 37).: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1990-1992.
Johnstone, M. A. Eight Modern Scottish Country Dances (Book 38).: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1994.
Jones, Deborah. Vancouver International Folk Dancers Music Book, Vol. 1.: Vancouver, British Columbia: Vancouver International Folk Dancers, Revised, c. 1984, revised 1995. 97 pp. Index. Paperback, Spiral-bound, or 194 pp. Music, words, and translations to approximate 93 arrangements, suggested orchestrations. Chords are maraked for many. Includes basic pronunciation guide for 10 languages and a source of recorded music for all songs.
Jones, Deborah. Vancouver International Folk Dancers Music Book, Vol. 2.: Vancouver, British Columbia: Vancouver International Folk Dancers, 1982. Music, words, and translations for 93 pieces of sheet music. Primarily instrumental. There is a short chapter on how to form a band.
Jones, Derek. Barn Dance Shindig: 18 Dances and Tunes to Enable You to Run Your Own Barn Dance.: Barn Dance Publications Ltd., 1997. 24 pp.
Jones, Derek. Barn Dance Hoedown: Yet Another Selection of Dances and Tunes for Those Running Their Own Dances.: Barn Dance Publications Ltd., 1994. 20 pp.
Jones, Derek. Wow! What a Party!: Barn Dance Party with Caller.: Barn Dance Publications Ltd., 1995. 24 pp. Spiral Bound.
Jones, Derek; and David Perkins. Barn Dance Fiesta: 18 More Dances and Tunes to Enable You to Run Your Own Barn Dance.: Barn Dance Publications Ltd., 2001. 34 pp.
Jones, Eddie. Dawnsie Twmpath: Welsh Barn Dance.: Talybont, Wales: Y Lofla, 1991. 104 pp. Paperback.
Jones, F. J. & Osgood, B. Singing Calls for Square Dancing, With Suggested Records for the Dances.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order.
Jones, John W Squaredance Fundamentals.: Indianapolis, Indiana: BookSurge Publishing, 2007. 208 pp. Paperback.
Joukowsky, Anatol M. The Teaching of Ethnic Dance.: New York, New York: J. Lowell Pratt and Co., 1965. Ayer Co. Publishers, 1980. 190 pp. Descriptions of 56 dances from Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, France, Greece, Jugoslavia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Ukraine. Background, abbreviations, teaching. Illustrations, index. Paperback.
Journell, C. & Hester, G. & H. T. Texas Square Dances.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service, 1956 (1957).
Juan, Liu Ya. Art of Dancing of China: 1942-1992.: Singapore: China Press, 1992. 199 pp. With accompanying text in Chinese, this album presents vivid pictures of dancing in China. Paperback with CD.
Juan, Liu Ya. Learning from the Textbook: Chinese Folk Dancing Tutorial.: Singapore: China Press, 2000. Folk Dance is a treasure of Chinese culture. creative and popular fitness dance in the promotion of in-depth development of the national fitness campaign has played a positive role in ethnic folk dances for the material. Paperback with CD.
Jugoslavian Embroideries, Series I-II.: Carrollton, Texas: D. M. C. Library, 47 pp. The first series contains examples of embroideries of Serbia, Croatia, and Slavonia. The second series contains examples of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Dalmatia, and Montenegro. Twenty color plates in each series; instructions for duplicationg the embroideries. Paperbacks.
Justin, S. Square Dancing is Easy.: Fort Worth: H. J. Justin & Sons, 1948.
Kadman, Gurit. The New Israeli Folkdances.: Tel-Aviv: Gurit Kadman, 1968. Self Published. 18 pp. No dance descriptions. Development of the new Israeli folkdances, their short history, their origin, their accomplishments and shortcomings, problems, and dangers. Paperback.
Kadman, Gurit & Hodes, Tirtsa. 10 Israeli Folk Dances.: Tel-Aviv: Center of the General Federation of Labour – Histadrut, 1959. Ten polpular dances with melodic line.
Kantor, C. From the Four Corners of the Earth: Jewish Dance in the Diaspora and in Israel.: Cleveland, Ohio: Jewish Community Center of Cleveland, 1980.
Kaplan, S. & Hodes, T. 22 Songs and Dances.: Tel-Aviv: Center of the General Federation of Labour – Histadrut, 1955.
Kaplan, S. & Hodes, T. 25 Songs and Dances.: Tel-Aviv: Center of the General Federation of Labour – Histadrut, 1957.
Kaposi, Dr. Edit & Pesovar, Erno. The Art Dance in Hungary (Magyar Tancmuveszet).: Kossuth, Hungary: Kner Printing House, 1985. For the buffs of Hungarian dance, this book should prove to be the book of books. Profusely illustrated with moslty large, full-page photos.Articles on the historical background, folk dance research, folk dance movement, ballet in Hungary, the teaching of dance, dance teachers' training, organizations and institutions of Hungarian dance, Hungarian dance periodicals, plus appendix, list of place names, and list of illustrations.
Kaplan, S. & Hodes, T. 27 Songs and Dances.: Tel-Aviv: Center of the General Federation of Labour – Histadrut, 19561.
Karaczun, Daniel. Folk Dances of the Soviet Union.: Chicago: Daniel Karaczun.
Karaklajić, D. Narodne Pesme iz Jugoslavije.: Knjazevac, Yugoslavia: Nota, 1978.
Kariholm, I. & Kariholm, G. Gamla Danser frå Harjedalen, Jamtland, Angermanland.: Oviken, Denmark: Upptecknada och Utgivna av Inger och Goran Karlholm, 1974.
Karikázó.: Bogota, New Jersey; American Hungarian Folklore Centrum.
Karolyi, Alexander F. Hungarian Pageant.: New York, New York: Dr George Vajna and Co. New York, New York: G. E. Stechert and Co.
Karpeles, Maud. Twelve Traditional Country Dances.: London, England: Novello and Company, 1940 (1952).
Karpeles, Maud. Folk Songs of Europe.: New York, New York: Oak Publications, 1956 (1964). Texts apear in the original language and in English translation; musical lines are also given. Paperback.
Karpeles, Maud & Schofield, Kenworthy. A Selection of 100 English Folk Dance Airs for Melodic Instruments.: New York, New York: Hargail Music Press, 1951. New York, New York: Alfred Music Publishing, 1991. 72 pp. Paperback.
Karpeles, Maud & Blake, Loï. Dances of England and Wales.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Karpeles, Maud & Blake, Loï. Twelve Traditional Country Dances.: London, England: Novello and Co. (for the English Folk Dance Society), 1940. 32 pp.
Karras, Athan. Dance Songs of Greece.: Tarzana, California: Athan Karras. Self Published. Basic and popular Greek dances.
Karras, Athan. More Dance Songs of Greece.: Tarzana, California: Athan Karras. Self Published. Popular Greek dances.
Karras, Athan. Traditional Greek Dances.: Tarzana, California: Athan Karras. Self Published. A collection.
Karsai, Zsigmond. Lőrincrévi Dances.: Budapest: MTA Zenetudomanyi Intezet, 1989. Muhelytanulmanyok a Magyar zenetortenethez.
Karsner, Milo G. The Teaching of Folk Dancing and Allied Rhythms.: Minneapolis, Minnesota: Burgess Publishing Division, 1975. 480 pp. Descriptions of 43 dances of varying difficulty, graduated teaching, basic forms.
Kaschl, Elke. Dance and Authenticity in Israel and Palestine: Performing the Nation (Social, Economic and Political Studies of the Middle East and Asia).: Leiden, Netherlands: Brill Academic Publishers, 2003. 368 pp. An ethnography of dance performance and cultural form. It describes how "dabkeh," a type of dance performed at Palestinian weddings, became a model for the Israeli Jewish "debkah" as a means of affirming Israeli Jewish belonging and common society. Hardcover.
Kastman, Valborg & Kohler, Greta. Swedish Song Games.: London, England: MacMillan Co., 1914.
Katsarova, Raina. Dances of Bulgaria.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1951. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Katsarova, Raina & Djenev, Kiril. Bulgarian Folk Dances.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Slavica Publishers in cooperation with Duquesne University Tamburitzens Institute of Folk Arts, (1958) 1976. 167 pp. Translated into English by Nevena Geliazkova and Marguerite Alexieva. Illustrations, photos, maps, sheet music. Some dance descriptions, some sheet music, some song words. Largely ethnographic, describing the history of folkdance in Bulgaria. Paperback.
Katsarova, Raina. Dances of Bulgaria.: David Leonard, 2021, 48 pp. Throughout Bulgaria at a variety of occasions, festive, religious, or social, the people will gather to join in their national Horo, a gay dance with countless variations of music and step, in a circular or chain formation for any number of dancers. Hardcover.
Kaufman, Gert. Palestinian Dances.: Tel-Aviv: Gert Kaufman. Self Published, 1947.
Kehoe, Alice Beck. The Ghost Dance: Ethnohistory and Revitalization.: Waveland Press Inc., 2006, 208 pp. In this fascinating ethnohistorical case study of North American Indians, the Ghost Dance religion is the backbone for Kehoe's exploration of significant aspects of American Indian life and her quest to learn why some theories become popular. Paperback.
Keil, Charles; Keil, Angeliki V. & Blau, Dick. Polka Happiness.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Temple University Press, 1996. 221 pp. Visual Studies Series. Rich descriptive material and 150 historical and contemporary illustrations, the book focuses on the musicians, the fans and the cultural institutions that keep the polka party going. From family gatherings and weddings to local fan clubs, night spots and churches to national and regional festivals, the polka scene is a year-round carnival, full of high jinks, hilarity, ethnic pride and tears an intensely felt experience drawn from sources deep in Polish America. Paperback.
Keil, Charles; Blau, Dick & Feld, S. Bright Balkan Morning: Romani Lives & The Power of Music in Greek Macedonia.: Middletown, Connecticut: Wesleyan University Press, 2002. 352 pp.
Keller, Kate Van Winkle. If the Company Can Do it!: Technique in Eighteenth-Century American Social Dance.: Sandy Hook, Connecticut: Hendrickson, 1990 (1991).
Keller, Kate Van Winkle; Sweet, R & Van Cleef, J. A Choice Selection of American Country Dances of the Revolutionary Era 1775-1795.: New York, New York: Country Dance and Song Society of America, 1975 (1976).
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & Shimer, Geneivieve. The Playford Ball.: Atlanta, Georgia: A Cappela Books, 1990. 120 pp. 103 Early Country Dances 1651-1820: As Interpreted by Cecil Sharp and His Followers. Reprint, 1994. Paperback.
Kennedy, Douglas. Community Dances Manual: Books 1-13.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Co. Publishers, 1986. London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1991. 126 pp. Spiral-bound.
Kennedy, Douglas. England's Dances; Folk-Dancing To-Day and Yesterday.: London, England: G. Bell and Sons, Ltd., 1949, 1964. Background material on early primitive dance; regional variations of Morris dance; photographic illustrations of dance formations and costumes.
Kennedy, Douglas English Folk Dancing Today and Yesterday.: London, England: G. Bell & Sons, 1964. 141 pp. Hardcover.
Kennedy, Douglas. Handing On: A Guide to Country Dancing for Popular Use.: London, England: J.H. Clark & Co.
Kennedy, Douglas. North Skelton Sword Dance.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Co. Publishers, 1985. 28 pp. Paperback.
Kennedy, Douglas; Sinclair, M., & Whiteman, E. The North Skelton Sword-Dance and the Newbiggin Rapper Sword Dance.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1971.
Kennedy, Helen & Douglas. English Folk Dancing in the Primary School.: London, England: Novello, 1960. Paperback.
Kent, Rand D. & Gulley, E. Square, Contra and Couple Dancing.: Kent, Ohio: Kent State University, 1954.
Kerlee, P. Welcome in the Spring: Morris & Sword Dances for Children.: Danbury, Connecticut: World Music Press, 1994.
Kermiet, Chris. Zany Contras and Other Stuff: For the Gourmet Dancer.: Chris Kermiet, 1995. Self Published. Over 25 contras, mixers, and squares, mixed with recipes. Includes six dances with tunes and teaching tips.
Kidson, Frank & Neal, Mary. English Folk-Song and Dance.: New York, New York: Cambridge University Press, 1915. 210 pp. This volume provides a concise introduction to English folk songs and folk dances. The first part of the text covers songs, while the second part looks at dances. The book contains illustrations and numerous musical scores and will be of value to anyone with an interest in folk traditions. Hardcover.
Khokar, Ashish Mohan. Folk Dance Tribal Ritual and Martial Forms.: Rupa, 2003, 105 pp. Unusual volume, background on a variety of Indian dances. Hardcover.
Kidson, Frank & Neal, Mary. English Folk-Song and Dance.: University Press, 1915, 202 pp. This volume provides a concise introduction to English folk songs and folk dances. Hardcopy.
Kidson, Frank. Old English Country Dances.: London, England: W. Reeves, 1890. Source material gathered from scarce printed collections and manuscripts; illustrative nots and bibliography of English country dance music.
Kiewe, H. E. & Kiewe, E. Charted Peasant Designs from Saxon Transylvania.: New York, New York: Dover Publications, 1964 (1977).
Kilgour, Ruth Edwards. A Pageant of Hats Ancient and Modern.: Hartford, Connecticut: McBride, 1958.
Kılıç, Ercüment. Turkish and Azerbijani Dances.: Austin, Texas: Ercüment Kılıç, 1982.
Kimmins, G. T. Peasant Dances of Many Lands.: London, England: Evans Brothers Limited, 1918.
Kimura, D. & Little, W. Current Fad Dances.: Los Angeles: University of California, 1965.
Kinkeldey, Otto. Dancing Master of the Renaisance.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Dance Horizons, 1929. 44 pp. Historial background material on Guglielmo Ebro, dancing master great.
King, A. Square Dancing: Easy Instruction Book with Music, Calls and Dance Routines.: London, England: Dennis Dobson, 1952.
Kinkeldey, O. A Jewish Dancing Master of the Renaissance: Guglielmo Ebreo.: Brooklyn, New York: Frederick A. Stokes Co., 1914.
Kinney, Troy & Kinney, Margaret West. The Dance; Its Place in Art and Life.: New York, New York: Tudor Publishing Co., 1935.
Kirin, Vladimir. National Costumes of Jugoslavia (Narodne nošnje Jugoslavije), Vols. I-V.: Zagreb: RVI, 1954. Vol. I - Dalmacija, Bosna, Hercegovina; Vol. II - Srbija, Makedonija, Crna Gora, Vojvodina; Vol. III - Hrvatska; Vol. IV - Slovenija, Istra, Hrvatsko Primorje; Vol. V - Folkdances of Jugoslavia (Narodne plesovi Jugoslavie).
Kirkell, Miriam H. & Schaffnit, Irma K. Partners All — Places All.: Boston: E. P. Dutton and Co. Inc., 1949, 1952, 2000. Mixers and party games, squares, longways sets, couple dances, and three line dances. Easy to follow directions, illustrated with diagrams and drawings. Piano music. Very good explanation of dance terms. Hardcover.
Kirstein, Lincoln. The Book of Dance.: New York, New York: Garden City Publishing Co., Inc., 1942.
Kligman, Gail. Căluş, Symbolic Transformation in Romanian Ritual.: Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1981.
Knab, S. H. Polish Wedding Customs & Traditions.: New York, New York: Hippocrene Books, 1997.
Knapp, Roger. Manual for Square Dance Instructors.: Corpus Christi, Texas: Recreation Department, Corpus Christi.
Knapp, Roger. A Collection of Couple Dances.: Corpus Christi, Texas: Roger Knapp, 1951 (1957, 1959). Self Published.
Knorr, F. & Shaw, L. Cowboy Dance Tunes: to Accompany Lloyd Shaw's Book, Cowboy Dances.: Caldwell, Idaho: Caxton Printers, 1946.
Knox, R. C. Contras: As Ralph Page Called Them.: Ithaca, New York: Roger C. Knox, 1990.
Kögler, Walter. Community Dances for Every Age.: No other info
Kögler, Walter. German Folkdances (Deutsche Volkstanze).: No other info
Kögler, Walter. Technical Terms of Folkdance (Fachausdrucke Volkstanz).: No other info
Kolar, Walter W. The Balkans.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1974.
Kolar, Walter W. An Introduction to Meter and Rhythm in Balkan Folk Music.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1974.
Kolar, Walter W. Croatians: Costumes They Wear.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1975.
Kolar, Walter W. Croatians: Songs They Sing.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1974.
Kolar, Walter W. Bulgarians: Songs.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1975.
Kolar, Walter W., editor. The Folk Arts of Yugoslavia: Papers Presented at a Sumposium.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1974.
Kilev, E.: & Bakalov, T. Lyubimi Hora i Rŭčenici.: Sofia: Nauka i Izkustvo, 1968.
Komulainen, Orvokki. Old Finnish Folk Dances.: Ystavat, Finland: Suomalaisen Kansantanssin, 1973. Paperback.
Konopasek, Frank. Folk Dance Fun for Little Ones: Modified Folk Dances for Elementary School Children.: Long Island, New York, 1961. Self Published. 31 pp. Descriptions of 76 modified very easy dances for elementary children representing Belgium, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, México, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United States, Yugoslavia. Teaching, abbreviations, index. Paperback.
Korytek, A., Wachowiak, I & Zach, W. Tance Kurpioski, Opoczynskie i Krakowiak.: Lublin, Poland: Polonijne Centrum Kulturalno-Oswiatowe Uniwersytetu Marii Curie-Sklowskiej, 1981.
Kostitch, D. D. The Land and People of the Balkans: Albania, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia (Revised edition).: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Lippincott, 1973.
Koval, Bess. Folk Dance.: Cortland, New York: Bess Koval.
Kraus, Richard G. A Pocket Guide of Folk and Square Dances and Singing Games for the Elementary School.: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 1966.
Kraus, Richard G. History of the Dance in Art and Education (Second edition).: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 1969 (1981).
Kraus, Richard G. Folk Dancing: A Guide for Schools, Colleges, and Recreation Groups.: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall College Division, 1962 (1968). 222 pp. Hardcover.
Kraus, Richard G. Folk Dancing: A Teacher's Guide.: New York, New York: The McMillan Co., 1962 (1969). Descriptions of 110 dances for elementary, intermediate, and secondary schools.
Kraus, Richard G. Square Dances of Today, and How to Teach and Call Them.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes, 1950. 130 pp. Paperback.
Kraus, Richard G. Square Dancing of Today.: New York, New York: The Ronald Press Co., 1950. Paperback.
Kraus, Richard G. & Sadlo, Lola. Beginning Social Dance.: Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Co., Inc., 1964. 92 pp. Paperback.
Kremenliev, Boris A. Bulgarian-Macedonian Folk Music.: Oakland, California: University of California Press, 1952. Historic background material, meter (regular, asymmetric, unmeasured, and combinations), melody, structure, types, and instruments.
Krogsæter, Johan. Folk Dancing in Norway: Tanum's Tokens of Norway.: Oslo: Johan Grundt Tanum Forlag, 1968. 54 pp. Paperback.
Kulbitsky, Olga & Kaltman, Frank L. Follow the Leader.: Newark, New Jersey: American Squares, 1954. Bluebird Publishing Co., 1959. 13 pp. Descriptions of 10 non-partner dances from Greece, Israel, Yugoslavia. Terms, step motifs; rhythms, song plays, playparty games, folk dances, squares, contras, mixers, with notes indicating variations, historical and background information, and teaching suggestions. Small Paperback.
Kulbitsky, Olga & Kaltman, Frank L. The Teacher's Dance Handbook, Number One, Kindergarten to Sixth Year.: Korea: Bluebird Publishing Co., 1959. 341 pp. Descriptions of many dances for primary schools. Hardcover.
Kulbitsky, Olga; Holden, Rickey & Kaltman, Frank L. The Contra Dance Book.: Newark, New Jersey: American Squares, 1956. 126 pp. With historical notes.
Kumar, Rajesh Santal Folk Dance Songs: Contextualizing Art & Culture.: Kalpez Publications, 2020, 308 pp. Santal Folk Dance-Songscharts, a hitherto unexplored epistemological terrain: to study Santali Folk Dance-songs of Jharkhand as the primary subject matter and contextualize how 'the Santali culture' is getting manifested in its art form. Hardcover.
LaFarge, Helen. 11 Books of Paper Dolls.: Helen LaFarge. Self Published.
LaFarge, Helen. 19 3-D Polish costume cards.: Helen LaFarge. Box of 19. Self Published.
LaFarge, Helen. Helen LaFarge's handmade Polish Costume.: Helen LaFarge, 2001. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Let's Square Dance.: Haledon, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge. Self Published.
LaFarge, Ron. Quiz for Dancers.: Haledon & Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Swingo: 20 North Jersey Singing Calls.: Haledon, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1946. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. It's Fun to Square Dance.: Haledon & Patterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Rosin the Bow.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1946-1957. Self Published. Early issues handset type with silk screen covers, printed on 5x7 Kelsey press.
LaFarge, Rod. 16 Singing Calls.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1950. (Not published.)
LaFarge, Rod. 41 Rambunctious Games & Dances.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1955. (Not published.)
LaFarge, Rod. Forty Favorite Folk Dances.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1953. Self Published. 48 pp. Descriptions of 40 dances from Czechoslovakia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Scotland, Switzerland, United States. Paperback.
LaFarge, Rod. Original 'Jersey Style' Singing Calls.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1950. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Garden State Squre Dances.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1950. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. History of Social Dancing.: Rod LaFarge. Self Published (proof).
LaFarge, Rod. How to Run a Successful Square Dance.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. How to Square Dance.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1950. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Kissin' Games and Smootch Dances.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1951. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. North Jersey Country Dance Primer.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1951. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Original 'Jersey Style' Singing Calls.: Rod LaFarge, 1950. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. Social Dancing in America.: Rod LaFarge, December 1956 to September 1957. Self Published. Serialized in American Squares.
LaFarge, Rod. Squares Galore.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge, 1954. Self Published.
LaFarge, Rod. History of Social Dancing.: Paterson, New Jersey: Rod LaFarge. (Proof)
Lager, Herbert. Our Austrian Dances.: National Press, 1952.
La Meri. Spanish Dancing.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1948. Brief history of Spanish dancing, giving dances peculiar to different sections of the country; illustrates the techniques of the dances.
La Salle, Dorothy. Rhythms and Dances for the Elementary Schools.: Teacher's Manual, 1950 (1951).
Lalagia. Spanish Dancing.: Pre Textos: Valencia, Spain. 170 pp. Paperback
Lalagia. Spanish Dancing: A Practical Handbook.: London, England: Dance Books, 1985.
Lane, Christy. Multicultural Folk Dance Treasure Chest: Vols 1-2, DVD with CD.: Champaign, Illinois: Human Kinetics, 2007. Video presentations to help you learn the dances and teach them to others. Each dance is taught by a native of the country from which the dance originated or by an expert in that particular dance form. Wearing traditional costumes, these instructors show you step-by-step how to perform the dances. Then, a group of dancers demonstrates each dance in its entirety. Paperback.
Lang, C. & Cardenuto, J. R. The Pocketbook of Folk Games and Square Dances.: State College, Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania State University Ag Ex,, 1962.
Lang, J. Some Favorite Hayloft Squares and Couple Dances.: Denver: Joe Lang, 1951.
LaPasha, R. A Greek Dozen: Music to Some Popular Greek Folk Dances.: Robin LaPasha, 1994. Self Published.
LaPerriere, R. J. The Varsovienne in the Southwestern United States.: Lubbock, Texas: Texas Tech University, 1995.
Lapson, Dvora. Dances of the Jewish People.: New York, New York: Jewish Education Committee Press, 1954 (1956). 58 pp. Descriptions for 27 Israeli and East European dances. Paperback.
Lapson, Dvora. Folk Dances for Jewish Festivals.: New York, New York: Jewish Education Committee Press, 1961. Dances for the celebration of Jewish holidays and festivals, dance terms, and dance recordings.
Lapson, Dvora. Dance Instructions for Two Israeli Folk Dances.: New York, New York: Israel Music Foundation, 1953a.
Lapson, Dvora. Dances of the Jewish People: Israeli and East European Dances.: New York, New York: Jewish Education Committee of New York, 1954 (1956).
Lapson, Dvora. Jewish Dances the Year Round.: New York, New York: Jewish Education Committee Press, 1957. Dances for the celebration of the Jewish holidays.
Laufman, Dudley. Okay, Let's Try A Contra, Men on the Right, Ladies on the Left, Up and Down the Hall.: New York, New York: The Country Dance Society, 1973.
Laufman, Dudley & Jacqueline. Traditional Barn Dances with Calls and Fiddling.: Champaign, Illinois: Human Kinetics, 2009. 216 pp. An easy-to-use book that features the calls and directions for the dances in large print so you can read them from a distance as you move about the room to help dancers; sheet music; folklore, facts, DVD. Paperback.
Laušević, Mirjana Balkan Fascination.: New York, New York: Oxford University Press USA, 2007. 310 pp. Why so many Americans actively participate in specific Balkan cultural practices to which they have no family or ethnic connection. Paperback.
Lawson, Joan. European Folk Dance, Its National and Musical Characteristics.: London, England: Sir Isaac Pitman and Sons, Ltd., 1953. London, England: Pitman Publishing, 1967. New York, New York: Arno Press, 1980. 244 pp. This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. Background of the folk dance of Europe, including origins, characteristics, and music. Hardcover.
Lawson, Joan. Soviet Dances: From the Book Folk Dances of the U.S.S.R..: London, England: The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1964.
Lawson, Joan. More Soviet Dances: From the Book Folk Dances of the U.S.S.R..: London, England: The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1965.
Leach, Maria (Editor). Standard Dictionary of Folklore, Mythology and Legend, Vols. I-II.: New York, New York: Funk and Wagnals Co., 1950.
Leaf, Earl. Isles of Rhythm.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1948. Customs, ceremonials, folklore.
Lee, Jacques K. Saga: The Mauritian Folk Dance.: Taylor, Mississippi: Nautilus Publishing Co., 1990. 104 pp. Paperback.
Leegwater, Jaap. Jaap Leegwater Presents Folk Dances from Bulgaria.: Carmichael, California: Balkanton, 1986.
Leeming, Joseph. The Costume Book for Parties and Plays.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: J. B. Lippincott Co., 1938.
Leber, R. D. & Phillips, P. A. Square Dancing the American Way: More Modern Square Dance Fun.: Long Branch, New Jersey: Kimbo Educational, 1981.
Lehnert, Frank. Step-Close-Step: Round Dance Basics for Callers Dancers Teachers.: Toledo, Ohio: Frank Lehnert, 1968 (1972). Self Published.
Leibman, Robert Henry. Dancing Bears and Purple Transformations: The Structure of Dance in the Balkans.: Thesis (Ph.D.), University of Pennsylvania, 1992. 449 pp.
Leibman, Robert Henry (Editor). Macedonian Folk Dances.: Los Angeles: Snark Records: 1972. 40 pp. Illustrated. Dances presented by Petre Vasilev "Pece" Atanasovski. Edited by David Golber. Illustrated by Neil Siegel.
Leibman, Robert Henry (ed). Traditional Songs and Dances from the Soko Banja Area, Vol. I.: Los Angeles: Festival Records, 1973. 92 pp. Booklet providing the historical and cultural context, song texts, and labonations of dances for the 33-1/3 rpm disc of the same title. Black and white photos.
Leier, Fred. The Folk Dance Memorizer (Sequence Guide No. 1) 75 Dances at a Glance.: Brooklyn, New York: Fred Leifer, 1951.
Leisner, T. The Official Guide to Country Dance Steps.: Secaucus, New Jersey: Chartwell Books, 1980.
Lekis, Lisa. Folk Dances of Latin America.: Lanham, Maryland: Scarecrow Press, 1958. Hardcover.
Leplage-Medvey, E. National Costumes.: New York, New York: Hyperion Press, 1939. Costumes of Austria, Hungary, Poland, Czechoslovakia; brief historical background, bibliography, and 40 large color plates.
Leonard, Hal (corp.). Spanish Pasodobles (Pasodobles Españoles): Vol. 1-2.: Madrid: Unión Musical Ediciones, 2004. 80 pp. An exceptional collection of the finest Pasodobles for both piano solo and piano with voice, a celebration of theTraditional Spanish Danceform. Paperback.
Let's Dance, Vol. A, 30 Basic Dances.: Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1955. 28 pp. Abbreviations, terms, positions, patterns, square dance terms, and descriptions for 30 folk dances. Spiral bound Paperback.
Let's Dance, Vol. B, 25 Intermediate Dances.: Folk Dance Federation of California, Inc., 1955. 36 pp. Abbreviations, terms, positions, patterns, square dance terms, and descriptions for 25 folk dances. Spiral bound Paperback.
Liadov, Anatol & Liadov. Eight Russian Folk Dances.: Van Nuys, California: Alfred Publishing, 1985. 68 pp. Paperback.
Lidster, Miriam D. Teaching Progressions for Folk Dancers.: Palo Alto, California: Stanford University, 1975.
Lidster, Miriam D. & Tamburini, Dorothy H. Folk Dance Progressions.: Westport, Connecticut: Greenwood Press, Publishers, 1965. Belmont, California: Wadsworth Publishing Co., Inc., 1965. Santa Barbara, California: Greenwood Publishing Group, 1978. 342 pp. Descriptions of more than 130 dances of Assyria, Austria, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Mallorca, Martinique, México, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United States, Venezuela, Yugoslavia. Background of four cultural areas: Balkans, Israel, Philippines, Scandinavia. Basic movements, rhythm, music, outstanding leaders, bibliography. Hardcover.
Lile, Emma. Step in Time (Troed yn Ol a Throed Ymlaen): Folk Dancing in Wales (Dawnsio Gwerin yng Nghymru).: Cardiff, Wales: National Museum Wales Books (Llyfrau Amgueddfa Cymru), 1999. 56 pp. The history of one of Wales' most well-known and enduring traditions, from the earliest description by Gerald of Wales in 1188, through a period of near suffocation in the face of fierce opposition from the Non-Conformists and the Methodist Revival, right through to the popularity of the twmpath (barn dance) today. Paperback.
Lincoln, Jeanette E. C. The Festival Book.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1926. Historical material of early May-Day customs; a successful May-Day pageant; selected national folk dances adapted for May-Pole festivals.
Lind-Sinanian, Gary & Susan. Dance Armenian, A Collection of Armenian Dances as Danced at Contemporary American-Armenian Parties.: Stoneham, Massachusetts: The Folk Arts Center of New England, Inc., 1978. 52 pp. Descriptions for more than 35 Armenian folk dances; introduction to the Armenian dance. Paperback.
Lindauer, Richard & West, Grace. Min Skål, Din Skål, A Songbook for Folkdancers.: Drums, Pennsylvania: Baladmongers, 1951. 23 pp. Music and lyrics for 15 songs in English. Paperback.
Lindelof, E. (trans). A Collection of Old Swedish Folk Dances.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Curwen Inc., 1914.
Ling Physical Education Associaton. Scandinavian Dances: First Series.: London, England: Ling Associates.
Ling Physical Education Associaton. Folk Dances from Many Lands: First, Second, Third, and Fourth Series.: London, England: Ling Associates.
Linnell, R. & Winston, L. Square Dances from a Yankee Caller's CLipboard.: Norwell, Masachusetts: N.E. Square Dance Caller, 1974.
Lippincot, Gertrude (Editor). Focus on Dance-1.: Reston, Virginia: American Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, 1960. Stories by many authors.
Litvin, Ann & Isaacs, Stan. Israeli Folk Dances for All Ages Created by Rivka Sturman.: Los Angeles: J.F.C. Greater Los Angeles, 1965.
Livingston, Peter. Complete Book of Country Swing: The Dance, Music and Culture.: Gaithersburg, Maryland: DolphinBooks, 1981. 239 pp. Illustrates steps for square dancing and provides information on country music and the urban cowboy movement. Paperback
Lloyd, A. L. Dances of Argentina.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., no date. Brief notes on culture, dance festivals, costume; four colored costume plates; music and instructions for 4 dances.
Lockhart, G. W. Highland Balls and Village Halls.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Luath Press Limited, 1999. 128 pp. This book tells the inside story on the ancestor of much of America's folk- and country dancing. Acknowledged as a classic in Scottish dancing circles around the world, now in an updated new edition with a foreword by the director of the Edinburgh Folk Festival. Paperback.
Lodge, Olive. Peasant Life in Jugoslavia.: London, England: Seely, Service & Co., 1942. 332 pp. Classic work on Jugoslavia for the interwar period; contains information on costumes, crafts, customs, folksongs, and foods. Numerous photos.
Long, C. & Cardenuto, J. R. The Pocket Book of Folk Games and Square Dances.: State College, Pennsylvania: The Pennsylvania State University, 1962.
Longden, Sanna. Folk Dance Music for Kids and Teachers.: Evanston, Illinois: Folk Dance Productions, 1991 (1997).
Longden, Sanna & Weikart, Phyllis S. Cultures and Styling in Folk Dance.: Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope Press, 1998. 397 pp. Written for schoolteachers, and a companion to Phyllis Weikart's other books, it is useful for anyone who teaches folk dance. The book gives up-to-date background for 27 cultures, discusses dance styling, traditional music, and lots more. In addition, it contains photos from performing ensembles, festivals, folk dance groups, and overseas travel. Paperback.
Longley, G. F. Line Dance Manual.: Norwell, Massachusetts: New England Caller, Inc., 1977 (1979). 74 pp. History, glossary, abbreviations, and dance descriptions for 46 line dances. Spiral bound Paperback.
Lopoukov, Andrei, et al. Character Dance.: Hampshire, England: Dance Books, 1986.
Lorenzen, Poul & Jeppesen, Jeppe. Dances of Denmark.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1950. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Lovett, Benjamin. Good Morning.: Detroit, Michigan: Henry Ford: 1924. Several easy square dances.
Lowe, M. Singing Games from Ghana.: Cerritos, California: MM Publications, 1970.
Lowery, G. A. Square Dance Booklet.: Austin, Texas: Austin Recreation Department, 1951.
Lubinova, Mila. Dances of Czechoslovakia.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1922, 1959. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Lucero-White, Aurora; Huskins, Eunice & Mareau, Helene. Folk Dances of Spanish Colonials of New Mexico.: Santa Fe, New Mexico: Examiner Publishing Co., 1937. 46 pp.
Luis, Robert. Authentic Calypso: The Song, the Music, the Dance.: Las Vegas, Nevada: Latin American Press, 1957. 32 pp.
Lüleci, Ahmet. Folkdances of Turkey.: Newton, Massachusetts: Ahmet Lüleci. Self Published. 400 pp.
Lüleci, Ahmet. Turkish Dances.: Newton, Massachusetts: Ahmet Lüleci, 2004. Self Published.
Lunsford, Bascom L & Sephens, G. M. It's Fun to Square Dance: Southern Appalachian Calls and Figures.: Ashville, North Carolina: The Stehens Press, 1942.
Lynch, Larry. Set Dances of Ireland: Tradition and Evolution.: San Francisco: Séadna Books, 1989. There are 36 sets described and illustrated with clear graphics along with the text; includes interviews, maps and commentary about the areas where each dance originated.
Macdonald, Annette. The Big Drum Dance of Carriacou, Its Structure and Possible Origins.: Unpublished M.A. thesis, University of California, Berkeley, 1967. Includes descriptions for ten dances from the "Big Drum Dance" complex.
Maclachian, Elizabeth. The Border Dance Book: Scottish Country Dances.: London, England: McDougall's Educational Co., 1932. 51 pp.
MacLennan, D. B. Highland and Traditional Scottish Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: W. T. McDougall and Co., 1950. Steps and background material on reel, solo dances, sword dances, fling, lilt, jig and others.
MacLeod, A. Highland and Traditional Scottish Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: W. T. McDougall, 1950.
MacLeod. Fifty Scottish Dances.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society.
Maddocks, D. Swing with Your Partners: A Guide to Modern Country Dancing.: New York, New York: Stephen Daye Press, 1941 (1943, 1945, 1950).
Magina, N. Gateway to Romanian Dance.: Baltimore, Maryland: Mae Fraley, 1979.
Mainey, F. J. The Old Time Dancers' Handbook.: London, England: Herbert Jenkins, 1953.
Majewiczowa, Z. Krakowiak.: Warsaw, Poland: Wydawnictwo Głównego, 1951.
Majka, Christopher & Hunt, Sheilagh. Polish Folk Costumes.: Halifax, Nova Scotia: Empty Mirrors Press, 2000. 48 pp. Highlights over twenty of the most interesting and colourful folk costumes of Poland. Each of the beautiful and detailed illustrations is accompanied by an account which illuminates its historical and cultural origins. The cultural influence of Czech, German, Ukrainian, Lithuanian, Romanian and other nationalities is discussed as is the role of Polish history on the development of the costumes.
Mann, Kathleen. Peasant Costume in Europe, Combined Edition. (Formerly 2 Vols.): London, England: MacMillan Co., 1950. Contains 16 color plates and 135 pages of drawings; brief historical text for each of the 18 countries represented.
Manners, Z. American Square Dances with Calls, Illustrations, and Music.: New York, New York: Robbins Music Corporation, 1948.
Mara, Thalia. The Language of Ballet.: Cleveland, Ohio: World Publishing Co., 1966.
Marcel-Dubois, Claude & Andral, Marie Marguerite. Dances of France, Vol I, Brittany and Bourbonnais.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Marek, Jacek. Dance Poland.: Jacek Marek, 1997. Self Published. Information about Poland from a folkloric viewpoint. In the chapter "Dance Folklore" there is both historical perspective and a sense of present-day conditions. The second part of the book includes a description of 24 Polish folk dances. The Polish folk dances which are represented by five "national dances," as well as hundreds of so-called "regional dances" sampling the vast and varied realm of Polish dance folklore. Paperback.
Markov, J. The Slovak National Dress Through the Centuries.: Prague: Artia Prague, 1956.
Marks, J. L. Fifty Singing Square Dance Calls.: Indianapolis, Indiana: Department of Education, India Farm Bureau, Inc., 1952.
Marks, Sylvia & Sill, Valerie. Folk Dances of Hawaii.: Van Nuys, California: Alfred Publishing, 1994. 40 pp. Contains ethnic Hawaiian dance patterns and authentic music by South Sea Islanders. Paperback.
Marron, G., & Marron, A. Square Dancing: Simplified Lessons for Young and Old.: New York, Padell Book Co., 1945.
Martin, Gyorgy. Hungarian Dance Types.: Gyorgy Martin. Self Published.
Martin, Gyorgy. East-European Relations of Hungarian Dance Types.: Budapest: Congressus Ethnographicus in Hungaria.
Martin, Gyorgy. Hungarian Folk Dances.: Békéscsaba, Hungary: Kner Printing House, 1974, 112 pp. Vorvina Kaido, 1974. 81 pp. Labanotation for 1 dance. History, research, influences. Old Style Dances, New-Style Dances, Dance Dialects, 16 color photographs of costumed dancers, 32 plates of black and white photographs and drawings, more. Bibliography, piano music, song words. Hardcover.
Martine, Roddy & Campbell, Andrew. The Swinging Sporran.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Birlinn Ltd., 2006. 119 pp. a lighthearted guide to the basic steps of Scottish reels and country dances, all broken down into bullet points and illustrated with easy-to-follow diagrams. Paperback.
Martinez-Hunter, S. The Development of Dance in México: 1325-1910.: Denton, Texas: Texas Woman's University, 1984. (Unpublished Ph.D. dissertation.)
Matchette, Vilma & Hedrick, Susan. World Colors Dolls & Dress.: Cumberland, Maryland: Hobby House Press, Inc., 1977. 192 pp.
Materials for Teaching Dance (Vol. II): Washington D.C.: American Association for Health, Physical Education and Recreation. Folk, Square, and Social Dance.
Matthers, Nibs. Eight Morris Dances of England: And Flamborough Sword Dance: London, England: English Folk Dance & Song Society, 1975. 20 pp. There is no such thing as an easy Morris Dance, but this selection of dances is suitable as an introduction and for elementary practice of the Morris. The descriptions and notations are based on Cecil Sharp's instructions but they are not given in full detail; they are intended as an 'aide memoire'.
Mathur, Nita. Cultural Rhythms in Emotions, Naratives and Dance.: New Delhi, India: Munshirm Manoharlal Publishers Pvt. Ltd., 2002. 225 pp. This work identifies the interplay between dance and lifestyle in the specific context of Tamil Brahmin culture. It discusses the cultural construction of identity in the matrix of symbolic configurations, experience and expressions of emotions, rituals, dance and life philosophy. Hardcover.
Matida. Odori: Japanese Dance.: London, England: Routledge, 2005. 70 pp. A complete introduction to traditional Japanese dance, this text will delight readers with its lively descriptions and beautiful illustrations. This book discusses Kabuki dance, modern dance movements based on Kabuki dance and the influence of Western dance. Hardcover.
Matthews, Nibs. Eight Morris Dances of England and Flamborough Sword Dance.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1975.
Maurer, Tracy Nelson. World Dances.: Vero Beach, Florida: Rourke Publishing, 1997. 24 pp. Dance forms around the globe in this book of the Let's Dance series. In nine double-page chapters, each book introduces history, style, technique, training, and presentation. Hardcover.
Mayo, M. Folk Dances of Many Lands.: New York, New York: National Educational Department, Junior Section.
Mayo, M. Step by Step Through Modern Square Dance History.: Bloomington, Indiana: 1st Book Library, 2003. 216 pp. Hardcover and Paperback.
Mayo, M. The American Square Dance.: New York, New York: Sentinel Books, 1943 (1948). A basic book for square dancers containing all of the essentials for many hours of enjoyment. An illustrated glossary of square dance terms shows all of the basic square dance figures promenade, allemand, left, do-si-do, etc. Complete instructions, calls and illustrated figures for 13 of the most popular American square dances appear, plus the music all ready for your pianist and fiddlers to play. Paperback.
Mazorova, Maria. Slovenské Lodové Tance.: Bratislavia, Slovakia, 1991.
McBurnie, B. Dance Trinidad Dance, Outlines of the Dances of Trinidad.: Port-of-Spain, Trinidad: Guardian Commercial Printery.
McConachie, Jack. Scottish Country Dances of the Eighteenth Century.: London, England: Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1963.
McConachie, Jack. Hebridean Solo Dances.: Hertfordshire, England: Caber Feidh Publications, 1972. 45 pp. Paperback.
McConachie, Jack. High Cutting for Highland Dancers: Methods and Exercises.: Hertfordshire, England: Caber Feidh Publications, 1972. 7 pp. Paperback.
McCutchan, Z. Dance Descriptions.: Austin, Texas, 1968-9. (Unpublished manuscript.)
McDowell, Flora L. Folk Dances of Tennessee: Folk Customs and Old Party Games of the Caney Fork Valley.: Flora L. McDowell, 1938. Self Published. Paperback.
McIntosh, David Seneff. Folk Songs and Singing Games of the Illinois Ozarks.: Carbondale, Illinois: Southern Illinois University Press, 1974. materials for the performance of folk music, for the teacher in K-12, for the amateur folklorist, for party books for adults, and for source hunting by musicologists. Hardcover.
McIntosh, David Seneff. Singing Games and Dances.: Association Press; 1957. 56 delightful and easily learned singing games and singing dances...every one of them a living part of our American heritage. Hardcover.
McKay, Jack B. Dances for Senior Citizens.: San Francisco: San Francisco Council of Churches.
McNair, Ralph J. Western Square Dances.: Denver: Oran V. Siler Co., 1941. 138 pp. Paperback.
McNair, Ralph J. Square Dance!.: New York, New York: Garden City Books, 1951. 188 pp. Descriptions for 39 square dances. Also where to find music, what to wear, where to dance, what's in a call, who's who around a square; line drawings. Hardcover.
Mead Jr., Bernard F. Resources for Jewish and Israeli Folk Dances.: Bernard Franklin Mead Jr., 1962. Self Published.
Meikle, G. & Rutherford, M. Three Dances by Hugh Foss.: Edinburg, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 2007.
Melamed, Lanie. Folk Dancing For Fun: Enriching Social 7amp; Recreational work with Groups.: Montreal: Lanie Melamed, School of Social Work, McGill University, 1971.
Melamed, Lanie. All Join Hands.: Lanie Melamed, 1977. Self Published. 99 pp. Descriptions of 50 dances, play-party dances, play-party games, square dances, contra dances, mixers, etc. Background, party planning.
Mellor, Hugh. Welsh Folk Dances.: London, England: Novello and Co., 1935. Discussion of the types of dances found in Wales, musical instruments, and dance tunes. Description of the music, steps, and figures for 12 dances.
Mendoza-Garcia, Gabriela. Bodily Renderings of the Jarabe Tapatio in Early Twentieth-Century México and the Millennial United States: Race, Nation, Class, and Gender.: Laredo, Texas: Gabriela Mendoza-Garcia, 2013. Self Published.
Messager, J.; Colin, E. & Chieze, P. e. J. 25 Danses Normandes.: Bayeux Calvados: Rene-Paul Colas, 1950.
Mesta, Martin; Nuñez, Antonio; Gomez, Lucia Reyes & de Anda Esquivel, Francisco. Méxican Folk Dances (Bailes del Folklor Méxicano): Teaching Methodology through the system ACADEDA.: Colonial General Pedro María Anaya, México: Editorial Trillas S.A. De C.V., 2001. 79 pp.
Meyerson, Seymour & Johnson, Frank (editors). Musical Scores for Folk Dancing Fun.: Seymour Meyerson and Frank Johnson (editors), 1940. Self Published. 26 pp. The only reason for preparing this collection of dances is that they are fun to do and any of these dances can be taught to any group of people within a few minutes' time. This collection includes instructions and musical scores for the following dances: Csárdás (Hungarian), Durham Reel (English), Greiž Polka (Lithuanian), Gustav's Skål (Swedish), Herr Schmitt (German), Hora (Palestinian), Hungarian Couple Dance No. 1 (Hungarian), Hungarian Couple Dance No. 2 (Hungarian), Kalvelis (Lithuanian), Korobushka (Russian), Martin Wappu (Finnish), Noriu Miego (Lithuanian), Polka (All-European), Raatiko (Finnish), Schottische (North European), and Varsovienne (Scandinavian). Hardcover.
Michel, A. The Czech Polka: World Sensation of 1844.: New York, New York: 1944.
Millar, John Fitzhugh. Elizabethan Country Dances.: Williamsburg, Virginia: Thirteen Colonies Press, 1985. 114 pp. Hardcover.
Millar, John Fitzhugh. Country Dances of Colonial America.: Williamsburg, Virginia: Thirteen Colonies Press, 1991. Hardcover.
Miller, Craig R.. Social Dance in the Mormon West.: Salt Lake City, Utah: Utah Arts Council, 2000. 57 pp.
Milligan, Jean C. Miss Milligan's Miscellany of Scottish Dances, Vol. I.: Glasgow, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society.
Milligan, Jean C. Miss Milligan's Miscellany of Scottish Dances, Vol. II.: Glasgow, Scotland: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1977.
Milligan, Jean C. 101 Scottish Dances: Including 23 Hitherto Unpublished.: Glasgow, Scotland: Scotia Books. Glasgow, Scotland: Collins. 1956 (1957, 1960, 1961, 1963, 1970, 1974). 159 pp. Descriptions for 101 dances. Steps, progression, formations, general hints; line drawings. Small hardcover.
Milligan, Jean C. Dances of Scotland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1953. 40 pp.
Milligan, Jean C. 99 More Scottish Country Dances.: London, England: Collins' Clear-Type Press, 1963 (1970). Descriptions for 99 dances. Introduction, general remarks, line drawings. Small hardcover.
Milligan, Jean Ccallender. Introducing Scottish Country Dancing.: London, England: Collins' Clear-Type Press, 1968 (1969). London, England: Paterson's Publications, 1973 (1976). Descriptions for 12 dances. Introduction, technique, progression, formation and figures, general points, dress, and general survey; line drawings. Small hardcover.
Milligan, Jean C. Won't You Join the Dance? A Manual of Scottish Country Dancing.: London, England: Paterson's Publications, 1954 (1976, 1982). 116 pp. A teacher's manual.
Milligan, Jean C. & MacLennan, D. G. Dances of Scotland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1950. 40 pp. New York, New York: Chanticleer Press, 1951. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Small hardcover. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association.
Miner, Laraine. Mormon Pioneer Dances: 31 Authentic Dances of the Early Saints (with DVD).: Cedar Fort, Inc./CFI Distribution, 2017, 179 pp. Re-create authentic pioneer dances with your friends or church group using this easy-to-understand book and DVD set. Paperback.
Momaios, K. A. Greek Popular Dances: History and Development.: Thessaloniki: International Summer School, 1975 (1977).
Monografía y Másica de Danzas y Bailes Regionales presentados a Cabo en los Años de 1953 y 1958.: México City, México: Méxican Government: Collection of 88 Indian and regional folk dances that have been presented in national contests; music and folklore for each dance; selected photographs. In Spanish.
Mooney, Gertrude X. Méxican Folk Dances for American Schools.: Coral Gables, Florida: University of Miami Press, 1957. Nine regional dances, technical instruction, glossary of basic steps, costumes, folklore, piano music, suitable recordings.
Moore, A. Ballroom Dancing, 6th Edition.: London, England: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, 1936 (1953).
Moore, Fredericka; Bowmar, Bryce & Perez, Zobeida. Folk Dances from Around the World, Book and CD.: Miami, Florida: Warner Brothers Publications, 1954 (1982). 20 pp. Easy-to-follow dance graphics, percussion arrangements. Paperback.
Moreau, Yves. Bulgarian Folk Dances, Volume 1.: Self Published: 2007. Folklora Balkana, FB-003 DVD.
Morrison, James E. Twenty-four Early American Country Dances: Cotillions and Reels for the year 1976.: New York, New York: Country Dance and Song Society, 1976. 72 pp. Paperback.
Morton, Virgil L. Folk Dance Treasures.: Virgil L. Morton, 1950. Self Published.
Morton, Virgil L. The Teaching of Popular Dance.: Ayer, Colorado: J. Lowell Pratt and Co., 1966. C.E. Merrill, 1968. 148 pp.
Morton, Virgil L. & Ellfeldt, Lois. This is Ballroom Dance.: Mountain View, California: Mayfield Publishing Co., 1974. 114 pp.
Moskoff, Marcus (Holt). Orchestral Melodies for Gajda, Gadulka, Kaval, and Tambura.: Marcus (Holt) Moskoff, 1977. Self Published. Bitov instrumentation.
Mouzaki, R. & Dallas-Damis, A. G. Greek Dances for Americans.: Garden City, New York: Doubleday & Co., Inc., 1981.
Moylan, Terry. Irish Dances: A Collection of Ten Traditional Sets.: Dublin, Ireland: Na Piobairi Uilleann, 1984. 86 pp. Paperback.
Muellor, Hugh. Welsh Folk Dances.: London, England: Novello and Co., 1935.
Muller, A. A. All-American Square Dances.: New York, New York: Paull-Pioneer Music Corporation, 1941.
Müll34, Patricia. Tango Argentino a Buenos Aires: 36 Consigli.: Massetti Publishing, 2022, 318 pp. Paperback.
Muñoz, Isabel & Durand, Jacques. Flamenco.: West Sussex, England: Art Books International Limited, 1997. 144 pp. Hardcover.
Murphy, Jacquelinne Shea. The People Have Never Stopped Dancing.: Minneapolis, Minnesota: University of Minnesota Press, 2007, 296 pp. During the past thirty years, Native American dance has emerged as a visible force on concert stages throughout North America. In this first major study of contemporary Native American dance, Jacqueline Shea Murphy shows how these performances are at once diverse and connected by common influences. Paperback.
Murray, Arthur. How to Become a Good Dancer.: New York, New York: Simon and Schuster, Revised Edition, 1959.
Murray, Ruth Lovell. Dance in Elementary Education.: Lower Manhattan, New York: Harper and Row, Publishers, Inc., 1953, 1963. 446 pp. Third edition 1975. Simplified descriptions of 175 easy international folk dances, including American, Czech, Danish, English, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Irish, Israeli, Italian, Japanese, Jewish, Lithuanian, Méxican, Palestinian, Philippine, Romanian, Russian, Scottish, Serbian, Swedish, Ukrainian. Dance movement, dance skills, rhythm, learning dances, aids to dance teaching, black and white photographs. Hardcover.
Musmon, Margaret; Hanley, Elizabeth A. & D'Amboise, Jacques. Latin and Caribbean Dance.: New York, New York: Chelsea House Publishers, 2010. 120 pp.
Myerson, Julie. Line Dancing: Stories from East Anglia.: Zionsville, Indiana: Black Dog Books, 2003. 304 pp. Hardcover.
Mynatt, Constance V. & Kaiman, Bernard D. Folk Dancing for Students and Teachers.: Reading, Pennsylvania: William C. Brown Co., 1968 (1973, 1975). 113 pp. Descriptions of 65 dances from over 20 countries. Spiral-bound.
Nahachewsky, Andriy. Ukrainian Dance: A Cross-Cultural Approach.: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland, 2011. 274 pp. Ukrainian dance is remarkably enduring in its popularity and still performed in numerous cultural contexts. This text unpacks the complex world of this ethnic dance, with special attention to the differences between vival dance (which requires being fully engaged in the present moment) and reflective dance (dance connected explicitly to the past). Paperback.
Najima, Leyla. Belly Dance Choreography: Text and Combos to Help the Perplexed Choreographer.: CreateSpace Publishing, 2013, 124 pp. The movements of dance can feel effortless and if you look at the completed picture of the puzzle, what seems simple enough to put together, isn't. In many ways hearing music and becoming inspired and impassioned with the sound is like seeing the finished dance before it is created. Paperback.
National Folk Organization of the U.S.A. Richard (Dick) Crum: A Short Biography.: Rocklin, California: National Folk Organization of the U.S.A., 2002.
Neal, Mary. The Espérance Morris Book.: London, England: J. Curwen Press, 1910. Contains detailed description of 12 Morris dances and a selection of folk songs.
Neal, Mary & Kidson, Frank. English Folk-song and Dance.: London, England: J. Curwen Press, 1915. 178 pp. Hardcover.
Neilsen, Erica M. Folk Dancing (The American Dance Floor).: Westport, Connecticut: Grenwood Press, 2011. Not the usual "cookbook," Erica's book relates what we know as folk dancing to the larger American dance scene. It will surprise and teach you, no matter how long or how widely you have danced. Hardcover.
Nettel, Reginald. Folk Dancing.: London, England: Arco Publications, 1962. 160 pp. Hardcover.
Nevell, Richard. A Time to Dance: American Country Dancing from Hornpipes to Hot Hash.: New York, New York: St. Martin's Press, 1977. 272 pp. History, basic figures, New England contra dancing, Southern Appalachian mountain dancing, Western square dancing, and a catalogue. Hardcover.
Nicholls, H. 25 Czechoslovak Folk Songs and Dances.: London, England: J. & W. Chester, 1938.
Nicoloff, D. & Nicoloff, J. Macedonia: A Collection of Articles About the History and Culture of Macedonia.: Toronto, Ontario: Selyani Macedonian Folklore Group, 1982.
Nielson, Erica M. Folk Dancing: The American Dance Floor.: Greenwood Publishers, 2011. 160 pp. Explains the reasons for the folk dance movement that exploded in Europe and North America in the late 19th century. It describes the clubs, camps, festivals, and communities that sprang up, and examines the culture of the movement, the music, key individuals and events, types of clothing, and influences of technologies and popular culture; authoritative, original information gleaned from the author's own research conducted with hundreds of folk dance enthusiasts across America. Hardcover.
Nikolova, Tatiana; and Steve Ginzbarg. Say it in Bulgarian!.: Self Published: 2005. English-Bulgarian Phrase Book and CD set.
Noble, Johnny. Johnny Noble's Collection of Ancient & Modern Hulas.: Honolulu, Johnny Noble, 1935. Self Published.
Anderson, Christine, ed. Norsk Folkedans Stemne.: Issued each year. Paperbacks.
Nosal, Stefan. Choreografia Ludového Tanca.: Bratislava, Slovakia: Slovenské Pedagogické Nakladatel'stvo, 1984.
Nurminen, Mika. Wild West Country Dancing.: London, England: Players Publishers, 1995. 127 pp. Paperback.
Nylâen, A. & M. Swedish Peasant Costumes.: Stockholm: Nordiska Museet, 1949.
Nyten, Anna-Maja. Swedish Peasant Costumes.: Stockholm: Nordiska Museet, 1949. Color illustrations of 65 costumes from 47 districts. Contins background, color, and kinds of materials used for each garment.
O'flaherty, Thomas. Caribbean Dance: And Latin Dance Styles from Salsa to Samba.: Subconscious Whispers, 2004. 64 pp.
O'Keeffe, J. G. & O'Brien, Art. A Handbook of Irish Dances: With an Essay on Their Origin and History.: Dublin: M. H. Gill and Co., 1944 (1965). 128 pp. Essay on origin and history; steps and styling for Irish dances.
O'Rafferty, Peadar Irish Folk Dance Book, 1.: London, England: Paterson's Publications, 1934. 34 pp.
O'Rafferty, Peadar Irish Folk Dance Book, 2.: London, England: Paterson's Publications, 1950. 34 pp.
O'Rafferty, Peadar & O'Rafferty, Gerald. Dances of Ireland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1953.
O'Sullivan, D. Irish Folk Music Song and Dance.: Cork, Ireland: Mercier Press, 1952 (1968, 1974).
Oliver, J. Englisn Folk Lore in Dance and Song.: New Plymouth, New Zealand: English Folk Dance andSong Society, New Zealand Branch, 1944.
Olson, Ray. Square Your Sets Presents 50 Musical Mixers.: Moline, Illinois: Ray Olson, 1955 (1956). Paperback.
Olson, Ray. Musical Mixer Fun: 50 easy mixers for one night stands.: Square Your Sets Enterprises, 1957. 44 pp. Paperback.
Onor, Guzey. Some Ideas on Turkish Folk Dancing.: Guzey Onor. Self Published.
Osen, Shari & Bert. Index to Viltis 1944-1994.: Blackfoot, Idaho: DeWayne Young, Editor. An index to Viltis Magazine to assist you in locating articles about folk dance, folklore, and recipes. The index is valuable for dancers, teachers, library collections, researchers, and students of international folk dance. Paperback.
Osgood, Bob. Five Years of Suare Dancing.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order, 1954. 176 pp. Descriptions of more than 180 square dances from the pages of Sets in Order. Line drawings. Paperback.
Osgood, Bob. The Daler/Teacher Manual for the Basic Program of American Square Dancing.: Los Angeles: The Sets in Order American Square Dance Society, 1969.
Osgood, Bob & Hoheisal, J. Square Dancing for Beginners with Glossary of Terms.: Los Angeles: Osgood & Hoheisal, 1949 (1950).
Osgood, B & Hoheisal, J. Square Dancing: The Newer and Advanced Dances, with Glossary of Terms.: Los Angeles: Sets in Order, 1950.
Osgood, Ginger. Round Dances Up-to-date, Round 'N' Round, Dancing a Round, Today's Round Dances.: Square Dance Publishers.
Osterreich, Shelley. The American Indian Ghost Dance, 1870 and 1890: An Annotated Bibliography.: ABC-CLIO,Inc., 1991, 296 pp. The Ghost Dance Movements of 1868-72 and 1888-91 have fascinated historians, sociologists, and anthropologists since the time they first occurred. Embraced by American Indians of the Plains, Great Basin, and the Northwest Plateau, the religion of the Ghost Dance promised that all dead families and friends would return, the white men would disappear, and buffalo and other game would again roam the earth. Hardcover.
Ottolini, G. Dances Regionais.: Lisbon, MPF.
Owens, Lee. The Real Square Dance.: Lee Owens. Self Published.
Owens, Lee. American Square Dances of the West and Southwest.: Palo Alto, California: Pacific Books, 1949. 184 pp. Clear introduction to square dancing moves and calls. With the help of instructions and diagrams, learn how to dance traditional figures such as Swing Old Adam, Dive For The Oyster and Four Little Sisters With A Do-Si-Do. Paperback.
Owens, Lee & Ruth, V. Advanced Square Dance Figures of the West and Southwest.: Palo Alto, California: Pacific Books, 1950. 144 pp. As any true quadrille is simply a combination of quadrille movements and figures, and any call must use traditional and established terms and phrases, it is quite usual to find that callers in widely separated parts of the country will originate and develop dances and calls which are practically identical in form and pattern, each without knowledge of the other callers' work. Paperback.
Özdemir, Kemal. Oriental Bally Dance.: Donence, 2002, 160 pp. This book reveals the history of belly dancing-and the widely unknown fact that its origins are in the imitations of fetal kicks and the giving birth. Paperback.
Özkök, Bora. Songs & Dances from Turkey.: Bora Özkök, 1972 (1973, 1975). Self Published.
Pack, Martin A. Costumes and Dances of Poland.: Washington, D.C.: American Council of Polish Cultural Clubs, 1978. 40 pp. No dance descriptions. History and background on six dance types: Polonez, Mazur, Kujawiak, Oberek, Krakowiak, Goralski. Costume color plates, map, piano music, song words. Bibliography. Paperback.
Page, Ralph. An Elegant Collection of Contras and Squares.: Colorado Springs, Colorado: Lloyd Shaw Foundation, 1984. 153 pp. Paperback.
Page, Ralph. Heritage Dances of Early America.: Colorado Springs, Colorado: The Lloyd Shaw Foundation, Inc., 1976. 64 pp. Breakdowns for 25 early contra dances from 1788 to 1808. Illustrations. Background. Paperback.
Page, Ralph. Ralph Page Book of Contra Dances, The.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society, 1969. 23 pp.
Pagels, Jurgen. Character Dance.: Indiana University Press, 1984. 208 pp. Hardcover.
Paine, Lyn. Up the Sides and Down the Middle.: Devon, England: Southgate Publishers, 2006. Paperback.
Palmer, Perley. Round Dances.: Longview, Washington: Perley Palmer. Self Published.
Pang, C. Q. The Hawaiian Hula Instruction: Complete in 10 Easy Lessons.: Honolulu: C. Q. Pang, 1944.
Pani, Jiwan. Celebration of Life, Indian Folk Dances.: Delhi, India: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, Publications Division, 2000. 131 pp. Hardcover.
Papantåoniou, I. Greek Costumes.: Nafplio, Greece: Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation, 1981.
Pappas, John. Ethnic Dances of Greece.: Stockton, California: John Pappas, 1978. Self Published.
Parkes, Tony. Contra Dance Calling: A Basic Text.: Bedford, Massachusetts: Hands Four Productions, 2010. This is the first comprehensive entry-level book ever written on contra dance calling, newly revised and updated for the Internet age. Every aspect of the caller's work is dealt with clearly and thoroughly. 300 pp. Paperback.
Parkes, Tony. Shadrack's Delight: And Other Dances.: Bedford, Massachusetts: Hands Four Productions, 1998. There are 43 original square, circle, and contra dances. Most routines are suitable for the average country dance group. Complete explanations show exactly how the steps fit the music. Paperback. 46 pp. Paperback.
Parkes, Tony. Son of Shadrack: And Other Dances.: Bedford, Massachusetts: Hands Four Books, 1993. 48 pp. Here are 42 more square, circle, and contra dances, ranging from very easy to fairly difficult. Some are variations on older routines.
Parkes, Tony. Square Dance Calling: An Old Art for a New Century.: Hands Four Productions, 2021, 520 pp. A complete guide to the technical skills of calling traditional square dances, together with call charts for over 50 figures and breaks, a full glossary of terms, and reviews of other square dance books and recordings. Paperback.
Parson, Thomas E. How to Dance.: New York, New York: Barnes and Noble, Inc., 1947, 1955, 1956. 88 pp. Formerly "Ballroom Dance." Descriptions and line drawings for Cha Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Lindy, Mambo, Merengue, Rumba, Samba, Tango, and Waltz.
Pask, Marie Duffy. Essential Guide to Irish Dance.: Crowood Press, 2022, 176 pp. The Essential Guide to Irish Dancing delves into the history and culture behind the world of Irish Dance, offering technical instruction from beginner-level to advanced, including how to prepare exciting set dances and choreograph innovative sequences. Paperback.
Patnaik, Dhirendranath. Folk Dances of Orissa.: Cuttack, India: Sri Arjun Charan Samal, 2000. 57 pp.
Paul, Jon (ill). Hebridean Dances (Dannsa nan Eileanach).: Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland: Acair Ltd., 1995. 117 pp. Paperback.
Payne, Ian. The Almain in Britain, C. 1549-C. 1675: A Dance Manual from Manuscript Sources.: Budapest, Hungary: Scolar Publishers, 2003. 290 pp. This complete scholarly edition of the collection of manuscript choreographies from c.1565-c.1675 associated with the Inns of Court is also a full-length study of these sources. It offers practical reconstructions of the dances and provides a selection of musical settings simply but idiomatically arranged for four-part instrumental ensemble or keyboard. Hardcover.
Pechi, Lou. Dancing with Two Left Feet.: Colorado Springs, Colorado: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014. 212 pp. A collection of 54 humorous articles, about International Folk Dancing, published over five years in the Folk Dance Scene Magazine. Paperback.
Peck, A. The Morris and Sword Dances of England (12th Edition).: London, England: The Morris Ring, 1973. 12 pp. 12 photographs and a line drawing of Cecil Sharp. Paperback.
Peck, V. C. Dutch Dances from Victor C. Peck.: Self Published.
Pedersen, Dagny & Boyd, Neva. Folk Games of Denmark and Sweden.: Chicago: H. T. FitzSimmons Co., 1932.
Pegels, Jurgen. Character Dance.: Bloomington, Indiana: Indiana University Press, 1984.
Pemex Travel Club. México's Costumes and Dances.: México City: Pemex Travel Club, 1963.
Pete, Piute. Presenting Piute Pete and his Square Dances and Country Games.: New York, New York: The Village Service, 1955.
Pete, Piute. Piute Pete's Downhome Square Dance Book.: New York, New York: Grosset & Dulap, 1977.
Peter, Buckman. Let's Dance - Social, Ballroom & Folk Dancing.: Hamonsworth, England: Penguin Books, 1978. Paperback.
Peterson, David R. A Cultural and Historical Description of Dancing and Other Forms of Entertainment.: Conway, Arkansas: University Central Arkansas Publishers, 1995. 68 pp. Arkansas Historical Dance Series. Paperback.
Petrides, Theodore. Greek Dances.: Athens: Lycabettus Press, 1975.
Petrides, Theodore. Folk Dances of the Greeks, Origins and Instructions.: New York, New York: Exposition Press, 1961. 78 pp. Descriptions for 27 dances with illustrative foot patterns in line drawings; glossary, index. Hardcover.
Petrides, Theodore. Greek Dances, and How to Do Them: You Don't Have to be Greek.: Athens, Greece: Lycabettus Press, 1976. Peters International, Inc., 1976. 167 pp. You don't have to be Greek. Descriptions of 18 dances. Background, illustrations, black and white photographs. Paperback.
Petrides, Theodore. Greek Dances: Thirteen Dances of Mainland Greece, the Islands and Crete.: Athens, Greece: Lycabettus Press, 1993 (Revised edition).
Petrides, Theodore & Elfleida. Folk Dances of the Greeks.: London, England: A. and C. Black, 1937. New York, New York: Exposition Press, 1961. Descriptive text; 8 color plates and 32 pages of line drawings; includes costumes, accessories, and embroidery.
Petrides, Theodore. Traditional Folk Dance in Greece.: Athens, Greece: Lycabettus Press, 1978. 122 pp.
Pettigrew, Dora W. Peasant Costume of the Black Forest.: London, England: MacMillan Co., 1937. London, England: A. & C. Black, Ltd., 1937.
Phillips, P. Contemporary Square Dance.: Dubuque, Iowa: W. C. Brown Co., 1968.
Pholeric, Janet J. Folk Dances Around the World: The United States and México.: La Jolla, Calfifornia: A. S. Barnes & Co., 1980.
Pholeric, Janet J. Folk Dances Around the World.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1981. 129 pp. Hardcover.
Pill, Albert Seymour. Méxican Regional Dance and the Elementary School.: Los Angeles: University of California. Master's thesis.
Pill, Albert Seymour. Bailes Folkloricos de México.: Albert Pill, 1963. Self Published.
Pillich, William F. Social Dance.: Reading, Pennsylvania: William C. Brown Co., 1967. Chapters on moving with a partner, hesitation, balance, side-close, box, way to strt, and selected dance designs. Line drawings. Paperback.
Pilling, F.L. Scottish Country Dances in Diagrams.: England: F.L. Pilling's Successors, 1955 (1969, 1974, 1992). 159 pp. Paperback.
Pinon, Roger & Jamar, Henri. Dances of Belgium.: London, England: Max Parish and Co., 1953.
Piper, Ralph A. Folk Dance Notes.: St. Paul, Minnesota: Ralph A. Piper, 1951. Self Published.
Piper, Ralph A. Physical Education Notebook.: Ralph Piper, 1937. Self Published. 244 pp.
Piper, Ralph A. & Zora C. Developing the Creative Square Dance Caller.: Self Published, 1956. 169 pp. Paperback.
Piper, Ralph A. & Zora C. 175 Folk and Round Dances, Abridged.: St. Paul, Minnesota: Highland Square Publishing House, 1954. 35 pp. Paperback.
Piper, Ralph A. & Zora C. Piper. Pioneeer Folk Dance Tunes and Rhythms.: Ralph A. Piper & Zora C. Piper. Teacher's Manual. Self Published.
Pittman, Anne M. & Waller, Marlys S. Dance a While, A Handbook for Folk, Square, Contra, and Social Dance.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing Co., 2005 (2006, 2008). Long Grove, Illinois: Waveland Press, 2015. 580 pp. Descriptions of many folk dances, social dances, contra dances, round dances, mixers, and calls for square dances. History, background, teaching, positions, dancing, facilities, equipment, organization, group instruction, fundamentals, notation, more. Terms, drawings, illustrations, contents, bibliography, index. Spiral-bound.
Pittion, Paul. Chants et Dancesde Tous Les Pays.: France: Bordas, 1945.
Playford, J.; Mellor, H. & Bridgewater, L. The English Dancing Master.: London, England: Dance Books Ltd., 1651 (1984).
Pleydell, Lillian. Social Dances of Renaissance Italy (Danza Rinascimento).: Lancashire, England: Nelson Historical Dance Society, 1995. 60 pp. Paperback.
Pohren, Donn. The Art of Flamenco.: Westport, Connecticut: Bold Strummer Ltd., 1990. Paperback.
Popescu-Judetz, Eugenia. Sixty Folk Dances of Romania.: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1979. 249 pp. Paperback.
Popescu-Judetz, Eugenia (ed) & Roncević, James (ed). Judetz Folk Dance Notation.: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1979. 68 pp. Describes the system created by Gheorge Popescu-Judetz. Full of drawings, music, and notes helpful in learning the system. Included are sample descriptions together with comparative conventional descriptions, exercises, and tests; glossary of terms and bibliography.
Popwell, S. Solo Dances: A Collection of Solo Dances, Fun Dances and Mixers; What to do Till Your Partner Arrives – Even If You Never Had One In the First Place.: Huron, Ohio: American Square Dance Magazine, 1978.
Porter, William Sydney. The Apted Book of Country Dances.: Chicago: Independent Publishing Group, 1987. 38 pp. This title features four dances from the last years of the eighteenth century, with instructions and tunes. There is a CD available to accompany this book. Paperback.
Price, Christina. Dance on the Dusty Earth.: Ottsville, Pennsylvania: Encore Editions, 1979. 60 pp. Examines the folk dances of many cultures which have been handed down from one generation to the next. Hardcover.
Priam Footwear Co. Let's Square Dance.: Columbus, Ohio: Prima Footwear Co., 1949.
Primer, Kathleen. Scandinavian Peasant Costume.: London, England: A. and C. Black, 1939. New York, New York: MacMilland Co., 1939. Descriptive text; 8 color plates and 64 pages of drawings; head-dresses, hair styles, embroidery, and jewelry, as well as garments.
Pulido, Emilio. The Folklorico Méxicano.: Acapulco, México: The Mexican National Tourist Council, 1973-1974.
Putnik, Dobrivoje. 10 Dances of Yugoslavia.: Long Beach, California: Accompanies the recording, Borino Kolo FolK Ensemble, BK-678. Includes Šaranac, Cigančica, Popovičanka, Lesnoto, Kolubarski vez, Treskavica naokolo, Raca, Splitska igra, Kolovodja diko naša, Stara vlainja. Paperback.
Putterill, Jack. Folk Dancing and Religion.: Jack Putterill, 1964. Self Published. Paperback.
Quigley, Colin. Close to the Floor, Folk Dance in Newfoundland.: St John's, Newfoundland: Memorial University of Newfoundland, 1985. 128 pp.
Quinn, Aine. Line Dancing (Collins Pocket Reference).: New York, New York: Harpercollins Publishers Ltd., 1997. The most comprehensive dancing manual available. Instructions to all the most popular line dances, suitable for both beginners and more experienced dancers. Clear explanations of all the basic steps and a list of suitable music for each dance. Paperback.
Quinn, Tom. Irish Dancing.: London, England: Harper Collins Publishing Ltd., 1997 (1997, 1998). 480 pp. Enough sets for at least two lifetimes, all in a single volume you can carry in your coat pocket. Paperback.
Quirey, Belinda & Bradshaw, Steve. May I Have the Pleasure?.: Bunsted, England: Dance Books Ltd., 2013. 128 pp. This book sets out to trace the development of our social dancing from its origins in the ancient ring dances of antiquity to the teenager's beat dancing of today. From the invention of the couple dance by the Troubadors of Provence, through the domination of the Italian, the English and the French courts to the French Revolution and then on to the most shocking dance ever known to Western man, the Waltz. Paperback.
Rader, Wesley. Handbook of American Square and Folk Dances.: Denver: Wesley Rader, 1946. Self Published.
Rae, M. & Carnie, W. Five Traditional Country Dances for 1965.: Edinburgh, Scotland: The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1965.
Rafkis, Alkis. The World of Greek Dance.: Athens, Greece: Finedawn Publishers, 1987, 1997. Contains tradition and folklore in Greek dance, history, dance events, and a comprehensive directory of festivals, groups, museums, and resources.
Rameau, P. & Beaumont, C. W. The Dancing Master.: London, England: C W. Beaumont, 1931. Self Published.
Rand, D & Gulley, E. Square, Contra and Couple Dancing.: Kent, Ohio: Kent State University, 1954.
Rathgarber, Hubert. Let's Folk Dance.: St. Louis, Missouri: MMB Music, 1980. Six simple folk dances from around the world with easy-to-perform directions. Voices with recorder and Orff instruments; parts ranging from quite simple to moderately difficult. Paperback.
Ratliff, L. It's Fun to Square Dance: Six Easy Lessons.: El Paso, Texas: Southwest Press, 1950.
Rattelmuller, P. E. Bayerische Trachten.: Munchen, Germany: Verlag Riedler, 1955.
Ray, Ollie Mae. Encyclopedia of Line Dances: The Steps That Came and Stayed.: Reston, Virginia: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1992. 162 pp. Paperback.
Rearick, Elizabeth C. Dances of the Hungarians.: New York, New York: Columbia University, Teachers College, 1939. 151 pp. Hardcover.
Reay, J. The Barn Dance Book.: Surrey, England: Ring O'Bells Publishers, 1990.
Reek, Jeanne. Folk Dance and Lore of Norway.: Minneapolis, Minnesota: Sons of Norway, 1971. Paperback.
Reid, Eileen. Canadian Folk Dances.: Van Nuys, California: Alfred Publishing Co., 1997. 28 pp. Dance graphics, Orff and percussion arrangements plus cultural information. Useful for grades 2-7. Dances include: The Maple Leaf Stomp, Carding the Wool, The Prairie Circle. Songs include: Alouette, O Canada, En Roulant Ma Boule, The Raftsmen; CD. Paperback.
Reddy, R. Folk Dance of India: Folkdance, Costume, Games, Toys, Stories, Recipes, Designs.: Toronto, Ontario: Can-Ed Media.
Reek, J.; Seamonson, K. & Ralph, S. Folk Dance and Lore of Norway.: Minneapolis, Minnesota: Wisconsin House, 1971. Detailed instruction and diagrams for Norwegian dance with an introduction to Norwegian folk culture. Includes basic dance positions and floor formations, dance steps, and dance terms. Paperback.
Reeser, E. The History of the Waltz.: Stockholm: Continental Book Co., 1949.
Reginald, Massey. India's Kathak Dance.: Apps Publisher, 2012. The background of the dance is explained in detail; the religious, social and political influences over the centuries are recounted; myth, theory and reality are expounded upon; current trends are described and future possibilities examined; and, not least, the sheer beauty of Kathak is exposed to both the eye and the intellect. eBook.
Rehm, M. Osterreichs Trachtenbuchlein / Austrian National Costumes.: St. Johann, Tirol: Pinguin-Verlag, 1954 (1967).
Reineck, Janet. Wedding Dances from Kosovo, Yugoslavia: A Structural and Contextual Analysis.: Janet Reineck, 1985. Self Published. 257 pp.
Rey, J. The World of Dance, Folk Dance and Ballet in Czechoslovakia.: Prague, Czechoslovakia: Artia, 1950. Hardcover.
Reyes-Tolentino, Francisca S. & Ramos, Petrona. Philippine Folk Dances and Games.: New York, New York: Silver Burdett Co., 1927 (1935). Music for piano, descriptions for fifty-four dances, illustrated. Hardcover.
Reyes-Tolentino, Francisca S. Philippine National Dances.: New York, New York: Silver Burdett, 1946. 371 pp. Hardcover.
Ribar, I. L. State Dances of Yugoslavia.: New York, New York: Mel Howard Productions, Inc.
Rice, Timothy. May It Fill Your Soul: Experiencing Bulgarian Music.: Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1994. 386 pp. Timothy Rice documents and interprets the history of folk music, song, and dance in Bulgaria over a seventy-year period of dramatic change. From 1920 to 1989, Bulgaria changed from a nearly medieval village society to a Stalinist planned industrial economy to a chaotic mix of capitalist and socialist markets and cultures. Rice brings Bulgarian folk music to life by focusing on the biography of the Varimezov family, including the musician Kostadin and his wife Todora, a singer, and combines interviews with his own experiences of learning how to play, sing and dance Bulgarian folk music. Paperback
Richardson, J. R. A Selection of Folk Dances, Israel.: Oxford, England: Pergamon Press, 1978. 36 pp. Paperback.
Ridgeway, W. The Dramas and Dramatic Dances of Non-European Races In Special Reference.: Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 1915.
Riel, Fran & Davis, Buelah. Happy Dancing: Handbook of Dance Mixers.: Minneapolis: Burgess Publishing Co., 1966.
Rinaldi, Robin. European Dance.: San Val, 2004. World of Dance Series. Hardcover.
Rippon, Hugh. Discovering English Folk Dancing, Third edition.: Shire Publishers, 1999. 96 pp. The history and evolution of the dances and their regional variations are described, their origins and meanings explained and the differences between English and Scottish dancing discussed. Examining everything from morris dancing to the Minehead hobby horse dances and the Helston Furry Dance and a definitive list of festivals where these dances can be seen. Paperback.
Rippon, Hugh & Mallinson, Dave. Willow Tree and Other English Folk Dances: 26 Dances and 52 Tunes.: Dave Mallinson Publications, 1996. 32 pp. Paperback.
Riveroll's Art Gallery. Méxican Dances.: Roberto Riveroll, 1947. Portfolio of costumes, dances, folklore, and music.
Robbins Music Co. The Robbins Collection of 200 Jigs, Reels and Country Dances.: New York, New York: Robbins Music Co., 1933.
Robledo Gonzalez, C. Danzas Indigenas de México.: México City: Carlos Robledo Gonzalez. Self Published.
Robledo Gonzalez, C. Colleccion de Danzas y Bailes Regionales Méxicanos.: México City: Correo Reembolso, 1948.
Rocca-Butler, Suzanne & Eser, Ayanoglu. Cultures in Common: Recipes from the Cuisines of Turkey, Greece and the Balkans.: Menlo Park, California: Folkloric Studies TGB Press, 1985.
Rodriguez, Sylvia. Matachines Dance.: Sunstone Press, 2009, 260 pp. The dance involves two lines of masked dancers, a young girl in white and her crowned, masked, male partner, a bull, and two clowns. Accompanied usually by violin and guitar, these characters enact a choreographic drama that symbolizes encounter, struggle, and transformation-resolution. Hardcover.
Rohrbough, Lynn. American Folk Dances: Longways and Circle Figures From New England, Midwest.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1939. 48 pp.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Favorite Square Dances.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1941.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Golden Bridge: German Folk Recreation.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1952. Descriptions of 33 dances. Small Paperback.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Handy Folk Dance Book.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1941. Self Published, 1955. Music and directions for more than 100 favorite folk and square dances from across the United States.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Play Party Games.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1930.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Play Party Games of Pioneer Times.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1940. Set down from original sources in Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Quadrilles: Thirty American Square Dances, Eleven Tunes.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1931 (1941).
Rohrbough, Lynn. Singing Games.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1938.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Square Dances of the Great Smoky Mountains.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, 1939.
Rohrbough, Lynn. Treasures from Abroad.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service Publications, Recreation Kit O.
Roncević, James M. Croatians: Dances They Dance.: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University, Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Art, USA, 1975.
Rosenberg, David. Folk Dancing with Dave Rosenberg.: Washington, D.C.: David Rosenberg, 1959. Self Published.
Rosey, G. & Saddler, F. The Pastime Dance Album.: New York, New York: Joseph W. Stern & Co., 1902.
Rosgaard, K. A Selection of Danish Folkdances.: Berea, Kentucky: Berea College, 1990.
Ross, F. Russell & King, Virginia. Multicultural Dance.: Russel & King, 1984. 174 pp. Self Published. Paperback.
Rossi, E. Europeaische Tanze: Griechenland.: Zurich: Moseler Verlag, 1963.
Rossiter, Will. The Will Rossiter Original Dance Calls.: Chicago: Will Rossiter, 1926. Self Published.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Dickins, G. Dances of México (Vol. ???).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1954
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Lloyd, A. L. Dances of Argentina (Vol. ???).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1954?
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Breuer, K. Dances of Austria (Vol. 1).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1948.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Heikel, Y. & Collan, A. Dances of Finland (Vol. 2).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1948.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Crosfield, D & Rauter, F. Dances of Greece (Vol. 3).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1948 (1950).
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Armstrong, L. Dances of Portugal (Vol. 4).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1948.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Lubinova, M. Dances of Czechoslovakia (Vol. 5).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1949.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & van der Ven-ten Bensel E. Dances of the Netherlands (Vol. 6).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1949.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Salven, E. Dances of Sweden (Vol. 7).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1949.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Witzig, L. Dances of Switzerland (Vol. 8).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1949.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Lorenzen, P. & Jeppesen, J. Dances of Denmark (Vol. 9).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1950.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Marcel-Dubois, C. & Andral, M. M. Dances of France I: Brittany and Bourbonnais (Vol. 10).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1950.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Buday, G. Dances of Hungary (Vol. 11).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1950.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Armstrong, L. Dances of Spain I: South, Centre and North-West (Vol. 12).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1950.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Karpeles, M. & Blake, L. Dances of England and Wales (Vol. 13).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1950 (1951).
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Galanti, B. M. Dances of Italy (Vol. 14).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1951.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Milligan, J. C. & MacLennan, D. G. Dances of Scotland (Vol. 15).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1950.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Armstrong, L. Dances of Spain II: North-East and East (Vol. 16).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1948.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Katsarova, R. Dances of Bulgaria (Vol. 17).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1951.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Tennevin, N. & Texier, M. Dances of France II: Provence and Alsace (Vol. 18).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1951.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Fyfe, A. Dances of Germany (Vol. 19).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1951.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Semb, K. Dances of the Netherlands (Vol. 20).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1951.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Alford, V. Dances of France III: The Pyrenees (Vol. 21).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1952.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Wolska, H. Dances of Poland (Vol. 22).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1952.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Grindea, M. & Grindea, C. Dances of Rumania (Vol. 23).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1952.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Janković, L. & Janković, D. Dances of Yugoslavia (Vol. 24).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1952.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & Pinon, R. & Jamar, H. Dances of Ireland (Vol. 25).: New York, New York: Chanticleer, 1953.
Royal Academy of Dancing; Ling Physical Education Association & O'Rafferty, P. & O'Rafferty, G. Dances of Ireland (Vol. 26).: London, England: Max Parrish, 1953.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Scottish Country Dancing.: Harper Collins Publishers, 1847, 288 pp. This manual is suitable for the novice as well as the more experienced dancer and features: instruction to over 100 of the most popular traditional and modern reels, as well as the most common ceilidh dances; explanations of all the basic steps, dance techniques and dress; and illustrations showing the basic progressions within each dance. Paperback.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Scottish Country Dance Books 1-45.: Edinburgh: 1924-2005.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Three Dances 2006.: Edinburgh: 2006.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Scottish Country Dance Books, Vols. I-XXXVIII (Pocket Editions).: London, England: Patersons' Publications, Ltd. and London, Edinburgh. Traditional dances in steps and formation from manuscripts, old books, and from the experience of dancers during the last 200 years. Tiny Paperback.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Scottish Country Dance Book of Four Set Dances.: Edinburgh: 1948.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Twelve Modern Scottish Country Dances in Traditional Form, Books 1-23.: Edinburgh: 19??.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. Scottish Country Dancer, Nos. 01-17.: Edinburgh: 2005-2013.
Royle, M. H. Scandinavian Folk Dances and Singing Games.: 1927.
Ruiz de Dominguez, C. Danzas Tradicionales Paaraguayas: Metodo de esenanza. Resena historica de la danze en eo Paraguay y nociones sobre el folklore (third edition).: Asuncion, Paraguay: Cromos S.R.I., 2000.
Ruiz, L. B. Breve Historia de la Dana en Mexico.: Mexico City: Biblioteca Minima, 1956.
Ryan, Grace Laura. Dances of Our Pioneers.: New York, New York: Ronald Press, 1926. 196 pp. New York, A. S. Barnes & Co., 1939 Definition of terms, quadrilles, contra dances, circle dances, couple dances, illustrations, and an index. Descriptions of 23 dances. Hardcover.
Sachs, Curt & Schonberg, B. World History of the Dance.: New York, New York: W. W. Norton and Co., Inc., 1937 (1952, 1963).
Sakellariou, Haralampios. Fifty Greek Dances.: Haralampios Sakellariou, 1940. Self Published. 121 pp. Translated by Th. Stefanidi, T. Kralibanou.
Saldivar, Gabriel. Historia de la Música en México, Epoca Pre-Cortesian y Colonial.: Gabriel Saldivar, 1934. Self Published. Based upon original musical and written manuscripts. Méxican music and dances of pre-conquest and colonial period. Historical deelopment of the Son, Jarabe, and Huapango, as well as the growth and character of the traditional dance-songs of Méxican children. In Spanish.
Saldivar, Gabrial. El Jarabe, Baile popular Múxicano.: Gabriel Saldivar, 1937. Self Published. Traces the origin of the Jarabe from the various 16th-century zapateado dances and notes its development into the modern Jaraves. In Spanish.
Salopek V. Folk Costumes and Dances of Yugoslavia.: Zagreb, Croatia: Niro Privredni Vjesnik, 1987.
Saltador; Aldrich, E & Thurston, H. A. A Treatise on Dancing.: Boston, 1802 (1957, 1986).
Salto, A. The Newest Practical Self-Teacher for Ballroom and Modern dances for Both Sexes.: Moscow: Evdokia Konovalova i K., 1912.
Salvén, Erik. Dances of Sweden.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1949. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Sam, Sam-Ang & Chan Moly. Khmer Folk Dance.: Phnom Pen, Cambodia: Khmer Studies Institute, 1987. 121 pp. Paperback.
Sandler, A. M. Folk Dancing in the Soviet Union (Tansi Narodov USSR), Volumes 2 and 4.: A. M. Sandler, 1954. 243 pp. Self Published. Paperback.
Sanella, Ted. Balance and Swing.: New York, New York: Country Dance and Song Society, 1982. 156 pp. Descriptions of 55 square dances, contra dances, and triplet dances of New England. Piano music. Spiral-bound.
Scandinavian Dances, Series I.: Birmingham, England: Ling Physical Education Association, c. 1930. 16 pp. Descriptions of Shoemaker, Cochin China, Ace of diamonds, Mountain march, Clap dance. Loose leaf.
Scandinavian Dances, Series II.: Birmingham, England: Ling Physical Education Association, c. 1930. 14 pp. Contain descriptions in words of the steps to 12 dances. Descriptions of Little man in a fix, French reel, Swedish Schottische, Rospiggspolka. Loose leaf.
Scandinavian Dances, Series III.: Birmingham, England: Ling Physical Education Association, c. 1930. 12 pp. Descriptions of Varsovienne, Toast to King Gustav, Oxdansen. Loose leaf.
Schibler, C. Folkedanse.: Kolding, Denmark: Snoghoj Gynnastikhojskole, 1932.
Schimmerling, Hans Aldo. Folk Dance Music of the Slavic Nations.: New York, New York: Associated Music Publishers, 1951. 167 pp. General historic, religious characteristics; musical characteristics of Slavic folk tunes; brief notes on the dances with musical examples for all countries.
Schlottmann, Jeannette; Duggan Rutledge, Abbie & Schley, Anne. Folk Dances of the United States and México.: Santa Clarita, California: Books for Libraries, 1980. Hardcover.
Schlottmann, Jeannette; Duggan Rutledge, Abbie & Schley, Anne. The Folk Dance Library, Folk Dances of European Countries.: New York, New York: A S. Barnes and Co., 1948. Hardcover.
Schmolke, A. & Langerhans, H. Europaische Tanze: Schottland.: Woldenbuttel, Germany: Moseler Verlag, 1960.
Schmolke, A. & Langerhans, H. Europaische Tanze: Skandinavien.: Woldenbuttel, Germany: Moseler Verlag, 1963.
Schreiner, Claude. Flamenco: Gypsy Dance and Music from Andalusia.: Portland, Oregon: Amadeus Press, 2003. 176 pp. This book traces the history and development of flamenco, the stirring form of folk dance created by the Rom of the Andalusian region of Spain in the 19th century and still popular today. Hardcover.
Schwartz, Paul. Folk Dance Guide.: Self Published, 1953. 20 pp. Paperback.
Schwendener, Norma. Legends and Dances of Old México: A Manual of Their Origins, Legends, Costumes, Steps, Patterns, and Music.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1933 (1934). Blaine/Ethridge Books, 1975. 111 pp. Twelve dances and source material on Indian dances of México. Hardcover.
Schwendener, Norma & Pulford, B. C. Singing Feet.: New York, New York: Norma Schwedener and B. C. Pulford, 1938. Self Published. English translation of Old Holland folk dances, by Anna G. Gatz and Anne Dekoe; German dances by Anna Helms and Julius Blaske.
Sedillo, Mela. Méxican and New Mexican Folk Dances.: Albuquerque, New Mexico: University of New Mexico Press, 1935 (1937, 1938, 1939, 1945, 1950). 47 pp. Eight regional dances of México and 9 New Méxican dances; first-hand information and historical development of New Mexican dance. Hardcover.
Seiden, Allan. The Art of the Hula.: Waipahu, Hawaii: Island Heritage Publishing, 2008. 120 pp. Hula combines painstaking choreography and the epic poetry of chants, or mele, that are rooted in Hawaii s consciousness. In many ways, it s a form of worship, as hula pays homage to the gods with elaborate tales of their exploits. Paperback.
Sequin, Robert-Lionel. Traditional Dances of Québec (La Danse Traditionelle au Québec).: Québec, Quéec: University Québec Les Presses, 1986. 176 pp. Paperback.
Sejda, Jan. Polish Folk Dances, Vol. 1.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Polish National Alliance, 1969. Paperback.
Sejda, Jan. Twenty Polish Songs (Dwadzieœcia Pieœni Polskich).: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Polish National Alliance, 1969. Music and song words.
Selection of European Folk Dances, A, Vols. 1-2.: Oxford: Pergamon Press, 1964. Paperback.
Semb, Klara. Dances of Norway.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1951. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Shacklette, Stu. Contra Calling Made Easy: Workbook on Basics of Contra Dancing.: Brandenburg, Kentucky: Kentucky Dance Institute, 1980.
Shaeffer, Arling. Arling Shaeffer's Barn Dance.: Chicago: M.M. Cole Publishing, 1932.
Shaeffer, Arling. Formation of the Quadrille.: Chicago: M.M. Cole Publishing, 1933.
Shafter, M. S. American Indian and Other Folk Dances.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1927.
Shambaugh, Mary Effie. Folk Dances for Boys and Girls.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1927 (1929, 1932, 1939). A collection of European folk dances, including dances for elementary, intermediate, and advanced grades. Hardcover.
Shambaugh, Mary Effie. Folk Festivals.: New York, New York: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., 1932. International folk dances particularly selected for use in folk festivals. Hardcover.
Shambaugh, Mary Effie. Folk Festivals for Schools and Playgrounds.: New York, New York: A. S. Barnes and Co,, 1936. 155 pp. Organization of five folk festivals. Background, customs, dances, stage craft, outlines, costumes, bibliography.
Sharif, Keti. Bellydance: A guide to Middle Eastern Dance, Its Music, Its Culture and Costume.: Allen & Unwin Australia, 2005, 144 pp. This easy-to-follow guide will help you tap into the natural rhythms of your body, and learn to love it as you celebrate the beauty of the dance. Paperback.
Sharp, Cecil James. The English Country Dance Graded Series, Vol. I-II.: London, England: Novello and Co., 1909 (1940).
Sharp, Cecil James. Introduction to English Country Dancing, An.: London, England: Novello and Co., 1909. New York, New York: H W. Gray Co., 1909. Descriptions and tunes for 12 dances; detailed analysis of technical terms and symbols, general movements and figures.
Sharp, Cecil James. Fifty Folk Songs, Compiled at the Request of the English Folk Dance Society.: London, England: Novello and Co., 1920. Paperback.
Sharp, Cecil James. Country Dance Tunes, Set I-IV.: London, England: Novello and Co. Collected and arranged from traditional sources.
Sharp, Cecil James. Morris Dance Tunes, Sets I-X.: London, England: Novello and Co. Collected from traditional sources.
Sharp, Cecil James. The Morris Book, Vols. I-V.: London, England: Novello and Co. (New York, New York: H W. Gray Co.), 1909, 1913. Included are the dance, special instructions, and descriptions of dances. Small hardcover.
Sharp, Cecil James. The Sword Dances of Northern England, Vols. I-III.: London, England: Novello and Co. (New York, New York: H W. Gray Co.), 1912, 1913. Complete description of the heritage of the dance, costume, music, and steps. All figures are illustrated with line diagrams. Dancers are accomplanied by the Captain's song, a prologue or play.
Sharp, Cecil James. Formation Index.: Edinburgh: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1978 (1981, 1996).
Sharp, Cecil James & Karpeles, Maud. The English Country Dance Book, Vols I-VI.: London, England: Novello and Co. (New York, New York: H W. Gray Co.), 1909 (1918, 1934, 1937. 51 pp. Steps, music, instructions, terms and symbols, construction, general figurs, and dances, with additional figures, vairants, and directions used by the caller. Small Paperback.
Sharp, Cecil James; Butterworth, George & Karpeles, Maud. The Country Dance Book.: New York, New York: H. W. Gray, Co., 1922 (6 volumes). London, England: Novello and Co., 1927 (1934 1972). 54 pp. Descriptions of several dances of England including Morris, Longways, Country. History, background, arms and hands movements, figures. Running set dances.
Sharp, Cecil James; Butterworth, George & Karpeles, Maud. The Country Dance Book, Part III..: London, England: Novello and Co., 1927. 118 pp. Contains thirty-five country dances from the English Dancing Master (1650-1728). Paperback.
Sharp, Cecil James & Oppé, A. P. The Dance.: London, England: Halton and Truscott Smith, 1924. The historical survey of European dancing.
Sharp, Cecil James & Macilwaine, H. The Morris Book, Part 1.: London, England: Novello and Company, 1912.
Sharpe, Lana Jo. Lesson Plans for Teaching International Folk and American Round Dance.: Lana Jo Sharpe: Self Published, 1975.
Shatulsky, Myron. The Ukrainian Folk Dance.: Toronto, Ontario: Kobzar Publishing Co., 210 pp. Paperback.
Shaw, Lloyd. Cowboy Dances, A Collection of Western Square Dances.: Caldwell, Idaho: Caxton Printers, Ltd., 1939 (1940, 1941, 1945, 1948, 1949, 1950). 375 pp. Calls explanations of 75 basic square dances up to 1940. History, background, style, spirit, description, black and white photographs. Hardcover.
Shaw, Lloyd. Cowboy Tunes.: Caldwell, Idaho: Caxton Printers, Ltd., 1939.
Shaw, Lloyd. Promenade: Seven Western Square Dances with Variations.: Caldwell, Idaho: Self Published, 1939.
Shaw, Lloyd. The Round Dance Book, A Century of Waltzing.: Caldwell, Idaho: Caxton Printers, Ltd., 1948, 1949. 443 pp. Descriptions of almost every round dance known surviving up to 1948, including gavottes, mazurkas, polkas, schottisches, two-steps, waltzes, etc. History, background, style. Hardcover.
Shay, Anthony. Balkan Dance: Essays on Characteristics, Performance and Teaching..: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland and Co., 2007 (2008). 291 pp. This collection of essays examines popular forms of dance in the Balkan nations, including detailed studies on the history and development of dance in Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania, and Greece, among other nations. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. Choreographic Politics: State Folk Dance Companies, Representation, and Power..: Indianapolis, Indiana: Wesleyan Publishers, 2002. 252 pp. As the first book to address the topic of state-sponsored folk dance ensembles and their structures; examines the repertoires, performances and choreographic strategies of these companies within the political, social, gendered and ethnic contexts in which each company was created; includes a look at music, costumes, and various artistic directors and choreographers. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. Choreographing Identities: Folk Dance, Ethnicity, and Festival in the United States and Canada..: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland and Co., 2006. 260 pp. Several "parallel layers" of dance: dances performed at intra-cultural social occasions, dances used for representation or presentation, and folk dance performances. Individual chapters center on various immigrant cultures. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. Choreophobia: Solo Improvised Dance in the Iranian World..: Costa Mesa, California: Mazda Publishers, 1998 (1999), 237 pp. Choreophobia is the term coined by Dr. Shay, in this first full-length study of Iranian dance, to characterize the widespread ambiguous and negative reactions to solo improvised dance, the most popular dance form in the Iranian world. Hardcover.
Shay, Anthony. Dance and Authoritarianism: These Boots are Made for Dancing..: Intellect Ltd., 2021, 312 pp. Public performance and festival at such scale are familiar to us in Nazi Germany, the former Soviet Union, and contemporary North Korea, but this new book addresses lesser-known examples in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Iran, Croatia, and Uzbekistan and explores the various political regimes that ruled them. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. Dance in the Persianate World..: Mazda Publishers, 2023, 295 pp. Dance in the Persianate World is a rich collected volume featuring the most up-to-date writings that addresses multiple issues surrounding dance, its performance and its reception throughout the Persianate world and constitutes a sequel to Anthony Shay's "Choreophobia: Solo Improvised Dance in the Iranian World." Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. Dancing Across Borders: The American Fascination with Exotic Dance Forms..: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland and Co., 2008. 231 pp. Throughout the work, the author describes the uniquely American enthusiasm for learning exotic dances, describing specific deficiencies in the U.S. cultural identity that have led many people to seek new or alternative identities through the various exotic dance genres. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony. The Dangerous Lives of Public Performers: Dancing, Sex, and Entertainment in the Islamic World..: Palgrave Macmillan, 2014, 302 pp. Examining performers from the ancient Mediterranean world to the modern Islamic Middle East, including India and Pakistan, Shay explores the careers, artistic performances, and legacies of these individuals who were forced to produce entertainment and art for, and have sex with, any and all patrons. Hardcover.
Shay, Anthony. Ethno Identity Dance for Sex, Fun and Profit: Staging Popular Dances Around the World..: Palgrave Macmillan, 2016, 270 pp. People all over the world dance traditional and popular dances that have been staged for purposes of representing specific national and ethnic groups. Anthony Shay suggests these staged dance productions be called "ethno identity dances," especially to replace the term "folk dance," which Shay suggests should refer to the traditional dances found in village settings as an organic part of village and tribal life. Hardcover.
Shay, Anthony. Folk Dance and the Creation of National Identities: Staging the Folk..: Palgrave Macmillan, 2023, 349 pp. This book is about the the folk in folk dance, the folk in folklore, the folk in folk wisdom. When we see folk dance on the stage or in a tourist setting, which is the way in which many of us experience folk dance, the question arises are these the "real folk" performing their authentic dances? Or are they urban, well trained, carefully-rehearsed professional dancers who make their livelihood as representatives of a specific nation-state acting as the folk? Or something in between? Hardcover.
Shay, Anthony. The Igor Moiseyev Dance Company: Dancing Diplomats..: Intellect Ltd., 2019, 237 pp. Anthony Shay examines the history of the Moiseyev Dance Company and the life and works of its renowned choreographer and founder, Igor Moiseyev. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony & Sellers-Young, Barbara. Belly Dance: Orientalism, Transnationalism, and Harem Fantasy.: Costa Mesa, California: Bibliotheca Iranica, Performing Arts Series, 2005, 421 pp. For over a century, solo improvised dance, especially belly dance, has had enormous popularity, and by the 1970s and 1980s in the wake of the feminist movement, over a million women in the United States, and many more thousands in Western Europe became devotees of this choreographic form. This volume traces several strands of this phenomenon. Paperback.
Shay, Anthony & Sellers-Young, Barbara. The Oxford Handbook of Dance and Ethnicity.: Oxford University Press, USA, 2016, 768 pp. Dance intersects with ethnicity in a powerful variety of ways and at a broad set of venues. Dance practices and attitudes about ethnicity have sometimes been the source of outright discord, as when African Americans were, and sometimes still are, told that their bodies are 'not right' for ballet, when Anglo Americans painted their faces black to perform in minstrel shows, when 19th century Christian missionaries banned the performance of particular native dance traditions throughout much of Polynesia, and when the Spanish conquistadors and church officials banned sacred Aztec dance rituals. Hardcover.
Shepherd, Robbie. Let's Have a Ceilidh.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Hardie Music Press, 2009. 124 pp. Canongate Classic. A pocket-sized guide to the 20 most popular Scottish dances which you might expect to encounter at a ceilidh. The music in the appendix is specially chosen to highlight the steps and is ideal for musicians learning to play for these dances. Small Paperback.
Shoshani, Michal. Folk Dances of Israel.: London, England: Boosey and Hawkes, 1970. 111 pp.
Shuldham-Shaw, Winifred. Cecil Sharp and English Folk Dances.: Oxford, England: Hall the Printer, 1928. Paperback.
Sigerus, E. & Kiewe, H. E. Charted Peasant Designs from Saxon Transylvania.: New York, New York: Dover Publications, 1977.
Signor, F. R. Colonial Munuets: Five Minuets and Minuet Music.: Boston: Walter H. Baker Co., 1914 (1916, 1924).
Sigona, Joe. Scottish Dances with Joe Sigona: Book One.: San Diego: International Dance Association of San Diego County, 19??.
Siller, M. M.; Clark, T. & House, W. American Country Dances: Dances, Squares, Reels.: New York, New York: Stinson Trading Company, 19??.
Silva, Audrey. Multi-Cultural Dance.: Audrey Silva. Self Published, 19??.
Silva, Audrey. Multi-cultural Dance K-3.: Audrey Silva. Self Published, 19??.
Silva, Audrey. Balkan Dancing.: Santa Maria: Audrey Silva. Self Published, 1972
Silva, Audrey. Multi-Cultural Dance 4-6.: Audrey Silva. Self Published, 1986.
Silva, Audrey. Folk Dances.: Audrey Silva. Self Published, 1992.
Silvester, V. Modern Ballroom Dancing.: London, England: Herbert Jenkins Ltd., 1948.
Silvester, V. Old Time Dancing.: London, England: Herbert Jenkins Ltd., 1949.
Silvester, V. Sequence Dancing.: London, England: Herbert Jenkins Ltd., 1950.
Silvester, V. More Old Time Dances.: London, England: Herbert Jenkins Ltd., 1951.
Simons, A. Kentish Hops: Kentish Country Dances Mainly from the Eighteenth Century.: Surrey, England: Barn Dance Publications Limited, 1991. 50 pp. Originally researched by 'Bert' Simons, this is a collection of Kentish country dances, mainly from the 18th and 19th centuries. Dances often refer to events or happenings within towns or villages and therefore contribute in a small way to the history of Kent. Spiral-bound.
Singing Games and Folk Dances.: Brasstown, North Carolina: John C. Campbell Folk School, 1941.
Sisenberg, Helen and Larry. And Promenade All.: Self Published. 95 pp. Over 100 folk games and squares. Includes Helps in Leading and a Glossary of Terms. Paperback.
Sizemore, Donald. Cherokee Dance, Ceremonial Dances and Dance Regalia.: Cherokee, North Carolina: Cherokee Publications, 1999. 175 pp. Paperback.
Šmiroris, K. & Sotková, B. National Costumes of Czechoslovakia.: Prague, Czechoslovakia: Artia, no date. Sixty-five pages of text; 104 color photographs, 34 black and white photographs.
Smedley, Ronald & Tether, J. Let's Dance — Country Style: A Handbook of Simple, Traditional Dances.: London, England: William Collins & Sons & Co., 1972 (1976, 1981, 1982. 128 pp. Hardcover.
Smith, Frank H. The Appalachian Square Dance Book.: Berea, Kentucky: Berea College, 1955. A study of the background and history of Appalachian Mountain Dancing; the function of caller and the art of the dance teacher; large collection of figures, calls, and tunes.
Smith, F. M. & Hovey, R. The Appalachian Square Dance.: Berea, Kentucky: Berea College, 1955.
Smith, K. The Art of Dancing.: London, England: Methuen & Co., 1925.
Smith, Raymond. Raymond Smith's Square Dance Hand Book.: Raymond Smith, 1947 (1948). Self Published. 64 pp. Paperback.
Smith, W. Honor Your Partners: Notes on Teaching Squares and Other Folk Dances.: Ithaca, New York: Cornell University, 1941.
Snider, Marcia. Folk Dance Handbook.: Surrey, British Columbia: Hancock House Publishers, 1980. 74 pp. For use in grade schools. Teaching in step-by-step method of easy dances. Basics, development.
Snodgrass, Mary Ellen. The Encyclopedia of World Folk Dance.: Rowman & Littefield Publishers, Inc., 2016, 464 pp. This illustrated compendium offers the student, teacher, choreographer, historian, media critic, ethnographer, and general reader an overview of the evolution and social and religious significance of folk dance. Hardcover.
Snowden, J. & Ambrus, V. The Folk Dress of Europe.: New York, New York: Mayflower Books, 1979.
Social Plays, Games, Marches, Old Folk Dances, and Rhythmic Movements, For Use in Indian Schools.: Charleston, South Carolina: BiblioBazaar (reproduction), 2009. 70 pp. Paperback.
Social Recreation with Music.: Richmond, Virginia: Presbyterian Book Store, no date. A resource book of song leading, stunt and motion songs, singing games; folk, mixer and novelty dancing; and square dancing.
Society for International Folkdancing. Instructions and Music for Six Social Dances.: London, England: Amesbury Press, 19??.
Society for International Folkdancing. A Selection of European Folk Dances, Book 3.: London, England: Pergamon Press, 1966.
Society for International Folkdancing. A Selection of European Folk Dances, Volumes 1-4.: Oxford, England: Pergmamon Press, 1970. Paperback.
Society for International Folkdancing. A Selection of European Folk Dances Book 4.: London, England: Pergamon Press, 1971.
Society for International Folkdancing. A Selection of Folk Dances, Vol. 5, Israel.: Oxford, England: Pergmamon Press, 1977. Contains sheet music and descriptions of ten dances, 6-1/2 x 9-3/4", 32 pp. No words or translations. Contains list of records with the music. Paperback.
Solway, Andrew. Country and Folk Dance.: Chicago: Heinemann-Raintree, 2008. 47 pp. Provides a detailed look at the huge variety of country and folk dancing from all over the world. For young adults. Paperback.
Songs and Dances of Scotland: Arranged for Recorder, Flute & Penny Whistle.: Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Music Sales America, 1982. 80 pp. An exciting collection of songs and dances from Scotland's rich musical heritage. All are arranged for voice and recorder, pennywhistle or flute, or any other suitable C instrument. Each is complete with full lyrics, chord symbols and guitar chord diagrams. Paperback.
Spacek, Anna & Boyd, Neva. Folk Dances of Bohemia and Moravia: For School, Playground and Social Center.: Chicago: H. T. FitzSimmons Co., 1917 (1932). 44 pp.
Spalding, Susan Elke. Appalachian Dance: Creativity and Continuity in Six Communities.: Urbana, Illinois: University of Illinois Press, 2014. 288 pp. Spalding analyzes how issues as disparate as industrialization around coal, race relations, and the 1970s folk revival profoundly influenced freestyle clogging and other dance forms. She reveals how African Americans and Native Americans, as well as European immigrants drawn to the timber mills and coal fields, added to local dance vocabularies. Hardcover.
Spalding, Susan Elke & Woodside, Jane Harris. Communities in Motion: Dance, Community, and Tradition in Americas Southeast and Beyond.: Westport, Connecticut: Greenwood Press, 1995. 288 pp. Old-time square dancing in Virginia, Indiana, and Newfoundland; African-American step shows; clogging; Cherokee traditional dance; historical reconstructions of 18th-century dance; and modern contra. Hardcover.
Speck, Frank G. & Broom, Leonard. Cherokee Dance and Drama.: Norman, Oklahoma: University of Oklahoma Press, 1951 (1983). 112 pp. Traditionally, the Cherokees dance to ensure individual health and social welfare. Winter dance (including the Booger Dance, which expresses the Cherokees' anxiety at the white invasion) are to be given only during times of frost, lest they affect the growth of vegetation by attracting cold and death. The summer dance (the Green Corn Ceremony and the Ballplayer’s Dance) are associated with crops and vegetation. Other dances are purely for social intercourse and entertainment or are prompted by specific events in the community. Hardcover.
Spence, Lewis. Myth and Ritual in Dane, Game and Rhyme.: Lewis Spence, 1947. Self Published. Analysis of the religious-magic ritual sources of such diverse human activities as children's games, the precisely conventionalized court dance of the Orient, European folk dances, etc.
Speyrer, Rand. Cajun Dancing.: Gretna, Louisiana: Pelican Publishing, 1993. 192 pp. Covers all aspects from waltzes and two-steps to Cajun Jitterbug. Paperback.
Spicer, Dorothy Gladys. Folk Festivals and the Foreign Community.: New York, New York: Woman's Press, 1923.
Spicer, Dorothy Gladys. The Book of Festivals.: New York, New York: Woman's Press, 1937 (1947).
Spiesman, Mildred. Folk Dancing.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: W. B. Saunders Co., 1970. 116 pp. Saunders Physical Activities Series. A selection of dance descriptions classified according to the basic step motif and arranged according to difficulty. Material on folk dance teaching. No index. Booklet.
Spizzy, M. S. & Kinscella, H. G. La Fiesta: Early California Folk Dances.: New York, New York: University Publishing Company, 1939.
Spreen, Hildegard. Folk Dances of South India.: Oxford, Ohio: Oxford Press, 1945, 1948. Technical instructions for 30 folk dances; simple musical accompaniment for each dance; original text of the songs, English translations; glossary; expllanations of technical dance terms. Hardcover.
Square Dancer's Handbook.: Storrs, Connecticut: University of Connecticut, 1947 (1948, 1949).
St. John, Katherine; Harouny, Mahera & Miller, Lloyd. Radif-E Raqs: Collection of Dance Sequences of the Persian Tradition.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: University of Pennsylvania, 1987. Information about Persian musical instruments, dance, clothing, and constuming, and influences of other cultures.
Stafura, Paul G.; ΩKolar, D. R. & Thomas. Croatians: Instruments They Play.: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University, Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1975.
Stafura, Paul G. & Roncević, Thomas. Bulgarians: Folk Instruments.: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania: Duquesne University, Tamburitzans Institute of Folk Arts, 1979. 22 pp. Discusses Kaval, Gadulka, Gaida, Tambura, Tupan, Zurla, some other folk instruments, and modern musical instruments.
Stefanski-Budizkowski, Natalie. Having Fun the Polish Way.: Delaware, Ohio: Cooperative Recreation Service, Inc., 1953. 56 pp.
Stetson, B. Teach Yourself Modern (Ballroom) Dancing.: London, England: English University Press, 1949 (1952).
Steward, Sue. Salsa.: New York, New York: Thames & Hudson, 1999. 176 pp. This book offers a comprehensive guide to Salsa music, its history, its key figures, and its complex relationship with different countries. From Havana before and after the revolution to Spanish Harlem to Santo Domingo, the home of the merengue and across to the cities of Columbia. Drawing on interviews with musicians and composers, with portraits of star performers and singers as well as sections on Latin beats, a discography and bibliography. Paperback.
Stewart, D. N. Handbook of [American] Indian Dances, I: New Mexico Pueblos.: Santa Fe, New Mexico: Museum of New Mexico, 1950 (1952).
Stinson, C. L. B. Honor Your Partner: Ten Square Dance Calls with Explanations.: El Paso, Texas: Carl Hertzog, 1938.
Stivale, Charles J. Disenchanting Les Bons Temps: Identity and Authenticity in Cajun Music and Dance (Post-Contemporary Interventions).: Durham, North Carolina: Duke University Press, 2002. 232 pp. Stivale combines his personal knowledge and love of Cajun music and dance with the theoretical insights of Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari to consider representations of things Cajun. He examines the themes expressed within the lyrics of the Cajun musical repertoire and reflects on the ways Cajun cultural practices are portrayed in different genres including feature films, documentaries, and instructional dance videos. He analyzes the dynamic exchanges between musicians, dancers, and spectators at such venues as bars and music festivals. Hardcover.
Storey, Rita. Line Dancing and Oher Folk Dances.: London, England: Franklin Watts, Ltd., 2008. 32 pp. Lively guides to popular dances. Clear photographs show the moves - step-by-step. Includes background information, tips on costumes, music to dance to, and how to stage performances. Paperback.
Stoyanova, M. Bagpipe Self-instructor.: Plovdiv, Bulgaria: Izdava Akademiya Muzik, 1995.
Strangeways, A. H. Fox. Six English Set Dances.: London, England: English Folk Dance and Song Society.
Stratou, Dora. Greek Dances: Our Living Link with Antiquity.: Athens, Greece: Dora Stratou Theatre (Philopappou), 1966. 32 pp. Paperback.
Strong, Milt & Foote, E. Basic Calls for Advanced and Challenge Square Dancing.: Santa Barbara, California: Technical Documentation Service, 1978.
Strova, Maria. The Secret Language of Belly Dancing.: Macro Edizioni, 2006, 226 pp. The author Maria Strova, renown dancer and master teacher, reveals the inner meaning of this dance, far beyond the taboos of the body and the imaginary images of the harem. Paperback.
Sturman, Rivka. Dance Instructions.: Tel-Aviv: Rivka Sturman. Self Published. No date.
Sturman, Rivka. Dance with Rivka.: Tel-Aviv: Rivka Sturman. Self Published. No date.
Sturman, Rivka. 10 Folk Dances for All Ages.: Tel-Aviv: Mifalei Tarbut Vechinuch Ltd., 1961, 1962. 32 pp. 10 dance descriptions. Popular dances of Israel with melodic line in Hebrew. Line drawings. Paperback.
Sturman, Rivka. Israeli Dances for All Ages.: Tel-Aviv: Rivka Sturman, 1965. Self Published. 19 pp. 12 dance instructions. Popular dances of Israel. Paperback.
Sturman, Rivka. 10 Israeli Folk Dances for Holidays and Festivals.: Tel-Aviv: Mifalei Tarbut Vechinuch Ltd., 1968. 25 pp. 10 dance descriptions. Paperback.
Stutt, Joseph. The Sports and Pastimes of the People of England.: London, England: Thomas Tegg, 1838.
Sumrall, B. Do-Si-Do: Fifty-One Square Dance Calls with Explanations.: Abilene, Texas: Matthews Printing, 1948.
Sutton, R. Anderson. Calling Back the Spirit: Music, Dance, and Cultural Politics in Lowland South Sulawesi.: New York, New York: Oxford University Press USA, 2002. 296 pp. Describes how, in the face of Indonesian and foreign cultural pressures, the Makassarese people of South Sulawesi are defending their local spirit through music and dance. Paperback.
Svenska Folkdansens Vänner. Swedish Folk Dances.: Charleston, South Carolina: Nabu Press, 2010. 84 pp. Paperback.
Sweet, Jill. Dances of the Tewa Pueblo Indians: Expressions of New Life, Second Edition.: SAR Press, 2004, 136 pp. This expanded edition reflects these changes by featuring the voices of Tewa dancers, composers, and others to explain the significance of dance to their understanding of Tewa identity and community. Paperback.
Sweet, R. Basic Calls from Let's Create Olde Tyme Square Dancing.: Hazardville, Connecticut: Powder Mill Barn, 1966.
Swift, M. G. The Art of Dance in the U.S.S.R..: Notre Dame, Indiana: Notre Dame Press, 1968.
Sukes, P. How to Dance the Latest Dances.: London, England: W. Foulsham & Co., 1936.
Sykes, P. How to Dance.: London, England: W. Foulsham & Co., 1938.
Sym. Sym's Old Time Dances.: New York, New York: Geo T. Worth & Co.; 1930.
Tait, Bill and Eddy. Folk Dancing the Western Way.: Bill and Eddy Tait, 1949. Self Published. 57 pp. Spiral-bound.
Tallaksen, J. Cajun Spotlight: Notes & Steps; Nordic Focus.: St. Paul, Minnesota: John Tallaksen, 2003 (2005).
Tatcher, Zafra. Israel Folk Dances.: New York, New York: Youth and Chalutziut Department, Jewish Agency for Israel, 1959. 35 pp. Sixteen folk dance descriptions with melodic line and text. Paperback.
Taylor, Barbara & Hofstatter, Susie (Editors). 100 Israeli Folk Dances.: New York, New York: American Zionist Youth Foundation, Folk Dance Department, 108 pp. Dance descriptions for 100 Israeli dances. Choreographed in Israel and available on records recorded in America; black and white photographs. Paperback.
Taylor, G. D. Some Traditional Scottish Dances.: London, England: The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1929 (1935).
Taylor, Mary N. Movement of the People: Hungarian Folk Dance, Populism, and Citizenship.: Indiana University Press, 2021, 316 pp. The author takes readers inside the folk revival movement known as dancehouse (táncház) that sustains myriad events where folk dance is central and championed by international enthusiasts. Paperback.
Tennevin, Nicollette & Texier, Marie. Dances of France. Vol. II, Provence and Alsace.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1951. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Thomas, B. Let's Dance with Marge and Gower Champion.: New York, New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1954.
Thomas, Charles. Dancing Back the Clock.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: College Offset Press, 1952. Descriptions for 94 dances. Paperback.
Thompson, Allison (compiler). Dances from Barnes Two.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: The Squirrel Hill Press. Contains the instructions for 24 dances: nineteen modern-composed English country dances, four dances interpreted from historical sources, and one traditional dance. Contributors include seven choreographers from the U.S. and six choreographers from the U.K. Paperback.
Thompson, Allison. Dancing Through Time, Western Social Dance in Literature, 1400-1918.: Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland and Co. Inc., 1998. 259 pp. Presents 88 literary selections that together form a survey of social dance in England and America over a span of 500 years. Seven sections (historical time periods) provide an editorial introduction with descriptions of relevant dances, and then eight to twenty or so illuminating passages from etiquette manuals, diaries, poems, plays, essays or novels. The selections illustrate specific dances, social dance behavior or the intimate reactions of participants. Full indexing aids those readers interested in specific authors or works.
Thompson, Allison. Lighting the Fire, Elsie J. Oxenham, The abbey Girls and the English Folk Dance Revival.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: The Squirrel Hill Press, 1998. 80 pp. Elsie J. Oxenham (1880-1960) wrote nearly ninety books for English school-girls.
Thompson, Allison. May Day Festivals in America, 1830 to the Present.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: The Squirrel Hill Press, 2009. 280 pp. Examines the creation and development of the traditional American May Day festival. It also provides an overview of May Day celebrations at 80 specific college and universities, eight of which continue to celebrate the festival annually. Hardcover.
Thompson, Allison, ed. The Blind Harper Dances: Mondern English Country Dances, Set to Airs by Turlough O'Carolan..: 2005. 54 dances set to tunes attributed to Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738). CD. 158 pp.
Thompson, Donald & Annie F. Music and Dance in Puerto Rico from the Age of Columbus to Modern Times: An Annotated Bibliography.: Lanham, Maryland: Scarecrow Press, 1991. 339 pp. Richly annotated entries (995) on reference sources, biography, folk music and dance, the Puerto Rican Danza, La Borinquena (the Commonwealth's official anthem), and the earliest mentions of native music and dance in the Antilles. Useful for musicologists, folklorists, ballet scholars, teachers, and general readers. Hardcover.
Thompson, H. The San Francisco Collection: Fourteen Scottish Country Dances.: San Francisco: San Francisco Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, 1979 (1983)
Thompson, S. Old Time Dancing, 1:1.: Hounslow, London, England: Thomasons Ltd., 1949
Thompson, S. Old Time Dancing, 1:2.: Hounslow, London, England: Thomasons Ltd., 1949
Thompson, S. Theory and Practice of Old Time Dancing.: London, England: John Dilworth, 1950.
Thrasher, Alan Robert. La-Li-Luo Dance-Songs of the Chuxiong Yi, Yunnan Province, China..: World Music Publishers, 1990. 141 pp. Paperback.
Thurston, Hugh Ansfrid. Scotland's Dances.: Edmonton, Alberta: Teachers' Association (Canada), 1954, 1984, 1988. 160 pp. Takes a careful analytical approach to the history of dancing in Scotland and presents information in meticulous detail, listing the sources of dances currently popular. The book covers the whole gamut of Scottish dancing, from reels, Highland dances, and Hebridean dances to country dances. Hardcover.
Tilke, Max. Costume Patterns and Designs, A Survey of Costume Patterns and Designs of All Periods and Nations.: New York, New York: Frederick A. Praeger, 1957. About 2,000 patterns on 128 pages of plates (122 in color); descriptive text.
Tobitt, Janet E. On Your Toes: A Compilation of Song-Dances.: Janet E. Tobitt, Self Published, 1941. Self Published. 16 pp.
Tobitt, Janet E. Promenade All: A Compilation of Song-Dances.: Janet E. Tobitt, Self Published, 1947 (1941). Self Published. Descriptions of 18 dances. 48 pp. Paperback.
Todd, Jack and Helen. Quick-Teach Fun Dances for Recreational Groups.: Akron, Ohio: Twelgrenn Enterprises, Inc., 1976. 53 pp. Descriptions of eight easy international folk dances and 54 American square dances, fun dances, musical games. Leadership, sound, dance selection, teaching, sample programs, index by age group and dance types. Paperback.
Todor, Frances. A Treasury of Méxican Folk Ways.: New York, New York: Crown Publishers. Origins and detailed accounts of the kinds of dances to be found in México; understandable information on the life and culture of the people; photographs, drawings, and color plates.
Tolman, Beth & Page, Ralph. The Country Dance Book, The Old-Fashioned Square Dance, Its History Lore, Variations & Its Callers.: New York, New York: Countryman Press: Barnes and Company, 1937. 192 pp. Descriptions of 95 dances, including marches, quadrilles, squares, jigs, reels, hornpipes, and round dances. A general guide to the calls and conduct plus a Glossary of Technique and Terms. Illustrations. Hardcover.
Tolman, Beth & Page, Ralph. The Country Dance Book, The BEST of the Square and Contra Dances and all about them.: Woodstock, Vermont: The Countryman Press, 1976. Brattleboro, Vermont: The Stephen Greene Press, 1976 (1980). 198 pp. Descriptions of 73 dances, including marches, Sicilian circle, quadrilles, square dances. contra dances, jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, hybrids. History, background, techniques. Music sources, who's who list, list of Country Dance Societies, drawings, index. Paperback.
Tomko, L. J. Dancing Class: Gender, Etnicity, and Social Divides in American Dance, 1890-1920.: Bloomington, Indiana: Indiana University Press, 1999.
Toor, Frances. A Treasure of Méxican Folkways.: New York, New York: Crown Publishing Co., 1937, 1947.
Toor, Frances. Festivals and Folkways of Italy.: New York, New York: Crown Publishers.
Toor, Frances. Méxican Dances.: Riveral Museum of Art.
Torp, Lisbet. Chain and Round Dance Patterns.: Copenhagen, Denmark: Museum Tusculanum Press, 1990. 511 pp. The object of the present work is to develop a method for a structural analysis of European chain and round dance patterns with a view to establishing a categorisation of these dances according to their basic step patterns. Hardcover.
Tracie, Gordon. The Folk Music of Sweden.: New York, New York: Swedish Broadcasting Corporation, 1961.
Treasure Chest of Dances, Old and New.: Tucson, Arizona: Treasure Chest Publications, Inc., 1937, 2009. 48 pp. Paperback.
Treasure Chest of Irish Songs, Jigs and Reels.: New York, New York: Treasure Chest Productions, 1943.
Trochimczyk, Maja. Polish Dance in Southern California.: New York, New York: Columbia University Press, 2007. 320pp. This is a historical overview of folk dance ensembles in Los Angeles and the Orange Counties. It stretches back fifty years and examines groups such as Krakusy, Podhale, Górale, and Polskie Iskry; popular Polish dances like Góralski, Zbójnicki, Krakowiak, Kujawiak, and the Polka. East European Monographs No. 695. Paperback.
Trujillo, Lawrence Alan. The Spanish Influence on the Mestizo Dance: of Yukatan, Vera Cruz, and Jalisco, México.; Encino, California: Dart Publications, 1974. 118 pp. No dance descriptions. History and background of Mestizo dance of three Méxican states. Glossary, bibliography, illustrations. Spiral-bound.
Trμtteberg, G. I. Folk-costumes of Norway.: Oslo: Dreyer, 1966.
Tucker, H. Clog-Dancing Made Easy.: New York, New York: Wehman Bros., 1874. New York, New York: DeWitt Publishing, 1874 (1989).
Turlough, Carolan, Allison Thompson and Ben Stein. The Blind Harper Dances, Modern English Country Dances set to Airs by Turlough O'Carolan.: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: The Squirrel Hill Press, 2003. 158 pp. Medlodies include chord symbols.
Turner, Margery J. Dance Handbook.: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 1959.
Turska, Jadwiga. Polish Folk Embroidery.: New York, New York: Hippocrene Books, Inc. 336 pp. includes more than 200 color illustrations from 31 regions.
Uchiyama, Mahealani. The Haumana Hul Handbook for Students of Hawaiian Dance.: A great resource for students of traditional Hawaiian dance, this beautiful handbook filled with archival photographs covers the origins, language, etiquette, ceremonies, and the spiritual culture of hula. Hula, the indigenous dance of Hawai'i, preserves significant aspects of Native Hawaiian culture with strong ties to health and spirituality. Paperback.
Umemoto, Rikuhei. Some Classic Dances of Japan.: London, England: The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1934. Edited by Cyril W. Beaumont. The text of the leture-demonstration given before the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, London, 1933.
Valdiosera, Ramon. Méxican Dances.: México City: Editorial Fischgrund APDO2071.
Valdiosera, Ramon & Echeverria, Salvador. Méxican National Costumes.: México City: Editorial Fischgrund, 1949.
Van Antwerp, B. Singing Square Dances.: Los Angeles: Bowmar, 19??.
Van Cleve, Cecilia. Folk Dances for Young People.: Springfield, Massachusetts: Milton Bradley Co., 1916, 1920. 185 pp. Explanatory text, diagrams and photographic illustrations. Adapted for the use of schools, playgrounds and other organizations of children in the United States. Hardcover.
Van Der Ven-Ten Bensel, E. Dances of the Netherlands.: New York, New York: Chanticleer Press, 1949. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association.
van Geel, Tineke. Ararat – Armenian Dances Presented by Tineke van Geel.: Diemen, Netherlands: Tineke van Geel, 1992. Self Published.
Van Zile, Judy. Japanese Bon Dance in Hawaii.: Kailua, Hawai'i: Press Pacifica, 1982. 93 pp. Paperback.
Van Zile, Judy. Perspectives on Korean Dance.: Indianapolis, Indiana: Wesleyan Publishing House, 2001. 392 pp. Study of a culture developed from the point of view of its dance culture combines the best of objective and qualitative scholarship. Paperback.
Varagnac, Andre. National Costumes.: New York, New York: Hyperion Press, 1939. Designed by Lepage-Medvey.
Varjasi, Rezso & Horvath, Vince. Hungarian Rhapsody.: Budapest, Hungary: Corvina Press, 1956. The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble; organization, music, action photographs, costume plates.
Vasilescu, Lia & Vasilescu. Dance Graphical Notation System.: Stockton, California: Stockton Folk Dance Camp, 1992.
Vatsyayan, Kapila. Traditions of Indian Folk Dance.: New York, New York: Clarion Books, 1996. 403 pp. Hardcover.
Veloz & Yolanda. Tango and Rumba.: New York, New York: Harper and Brothers, 1938.
Venable, Lucy & Berk, Fred. 10 Folk Dances in Labanotation.: New York, New York: Witmark, 1959.
Venable, Lucy & Berk, Fred. Dances from Israel in Labanotation.: New York, New York: Witmark, 1963.
Vincent, L.M. The Dancer's Book of Health.: Hightstown, New Jersey: Princeton Book Company , 1999 (1978, 1988).
Viski, D. Dances of the Hungarians.: London, England: Simpkin, Marshall, Ltd., 1937.
Viski, Karoly. Hungarian Peasant Customs.: Budapest, Hungary: Dr. George Vajna and Co., 1932. Customs, festivals, and costumes.
Vizonsky, Nathan. Ten Jewish Folk Dances: A Manual for Teachers and Leaders.: Chicago: American-Hebrew Theatrical League, 1942. 59 pp.
Volksdansmuziekgroep KADANS. Beeraak.: Noordhorn, Netherlands: Stichting Nevofoon, 1988. 148 pp. Sheet music for 288 international folk dances. Spiral-bound.
Vuillier, Gaston. A History of Dancing.: New York, New York: D. Appleton-Century Co., 1897.
Vydra, R. Intermediate/Advance Folk Dance.: Akron, Ohio:Richard Vydra, 1990. Self Published.
Wakefield, Eleanor Ely. Folk Dancing in America.: Ayer, Colorado: J. Lowell Pratt and Co., 1966. 221 pp. Descriptions of many dances from many countries. History survey of folk dance in the United States, folk dance in education, teaching of folk dance, glossary, abbreviations, and descriptions for 109 dances. Hardcover.
Walia, Aarohi. Folk Dances of Punjab.: Delhi, India: Unistar Books (National Book Shop), 2008. Hardcover.
Walkowitz, D. City Folk: English Country Dance and the Politics of the Folk in Modern America.: New York, New York: New York University Press, 2010.
Wallace, Carol McD., et al. Dance, A Very Social History.: New York, New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1996. Hardcover.
Wangerin, C. and E. It's Easy to Square Dance.: Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Milwaukee Sentinel, 1950.
Ward, Heather D. Egyptian Belly Dance in Transition: The Raqs Sharqi Revolution, 1980-1930 .: McFarland & Company, 2018, 220 pp. Raqs sharqi, the Egyptian dance form also known as belly dance, has for generations captured imaginations around the globe. Yet its origins have been obscured by misinformation and conjecture, rooted in Orientalist attitudes about the Middle East. Paperback.
Warren, Kenneth. A Pandect of Folk Dances.: Oak Ridge, Tennessee: Kenneth S. Warren, 1965. Self Published.
Warren, L; Petie, H.; Petie I.; D'Estienne, V. & D'Estienne, P. The Dance of Africa: An Introduction.: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice-Hall, 1972.
Watkins, Andrea & Clarkson, Priscilla M. Dancing Stronger Dancing Stronger: A Dancer's Guide to Improving Technique and Preventing Injury.: Penning, New Jersey: Princeton Book Company, 1990. 281 pp. Paperback.
Watt, H. M. Simple Dutch Peasant Dances.: London, England: Central Council of Recreative Physical Training, 19??.
Watts, June. Circle Dancing.: Green Magic, 2006, 172 pp. This book describes every aspect of this growing movement, the people, the places, and the dances of the Sacred Power of dance. Paperback.
Waudby, Marion & George. Square Your Sets.: Newark, New Jersey: American Squares, 1950. 48 pp. Paperback.
Waxman, Shirley T. Jewish Culture Through Folk Dance and Folklore: For Young Children (3, 4 and 5 Years of Age).: Harrisonburg, Virginia: James Madison University, 1981. 37 pp.
Weber, Henri. Grandpa's Dance Album.: Van Nuys, California: Belwin, Inc., 1933. 45 pp. Includes Jenny Lind Polka, Virginia Reel, O Susanna!, Lauterbach. Heel and Toe, Kosatzki, Nya Fiskar-Vals, Polish Dance, Rye Waltzes , Varsoviana and more (18 in all).
Wehman Bros. The Way to Dance, or Dancing without a Master.: New York, New York: Wehman Bros., 1900s.
Weikart, Phyllis S. Folk Dance Manual, For Teachers and Dancers.: Ann Arbor, Michigan: University of Michigan, 1978. 322 pp. Paperback.
Weikart, Phyllis S. Movement Plus Music: Activities for Children Ages 3 to 7.: Ann Arbor, Michigan: University of Michigan. Invaluable resource for introducing beginning movement experiences. Paperback.
Weikart, Phyllis S. Teaching Movement and Dance.: Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope Press, 1982 (1989). Step-by-step, easy-to-follow sequences and instructions, valuable tips and suggestions, and over 100 dances with detailed instructions. Paperback.
Weikart, Phyllis S. Teaching Movement and Dance: Intermediate Folk Dance.: Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope Press, 1984 (1989). 338 pp. Tips and suggestions for introducing intermediate-level folk dance, plus complete descriptions and instructions for over 200 dances. Paperback.
Weikart, Phyllis S. Teaching Folk Dance: Successful Steps .: Ypsilanti, Michigan: High/Scope Press, 1999. 701 pp. Spiral-bound.
Weiye, Chen; Lanwei, Ji & Wei, Ma. lying Dragon and Dancing Phoenix: An Introduction to Chinese Minority Folk Dances.: China Books & Periodicals, 1987. Paperback.
Welch, N. Square Dancing is Coming Back!: How to Organize a Square Dance in Your Community.: Montgomery, Alabama: Southern Farmer Square Dance Caller, 19??.
Welsh-Asante, Kariamu. Zimbabwe Dance: Rhythmic Forces, Ancestral Voices, an Aesthetic Analysis.: Trenton, New Jersey: Africa World Press, 2000. 172 pp. Hardcover.
West, Colleen Nelson & Davis, Susanne J. Recreational Folk Dance.: Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall Hunt Publishing Co., 1998, 2009. 148 pp. Covers a cross section of recreational dances and provides descriptions, styling, formations, definition of steps, and positions with costume information. Hardcover.
Whelan, Frank. The Complete Guide to Irish Dance.: Belfast, Ireland: Appletree Press, 2001. 192 pp. A history of Irish dance, from its ancient origins to the present day, and detailed step instructions for 30 popular Irish dances are covered in this comprehensive guide to the dancing that has enthralled audiences worldwide. Provides information about professional and social Irish dancing, paying special attention to the importance of music, costume, embroidery, and shoes. With clear and simple instructions to the most well-known Irish dances, as well as step-by-step photos demonstrating arm and body positions for reels, jigs, and hornpipes. Paperback.
White, Betty. Teen Age Dance Book.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: David McKay Co., Inc., 1952 (1963).
White, Betty. Betty White's Dancing Made Easy.: New York, New York: Flare/Avon Books, 1953 (1958, 1976)
White, Betty. How to Mambo.: New York, New York: D. McKay Co., 1955.
White, Betty. Teen Age Etiquette.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: David McKay Co., Inc., 1956.
White, Betty. Latin American Dance Book.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: David McKay Co., Inc., 1958.
White, Betty. How to Tango.: New York, New York: D. McKay Co., 1958 (1975).
White, Betty. Ballroom Dancebook for Teachers.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: David McKay Co., Inc., 1962.
White, R. Good Neighbors: A Fiesta of Latin American Folk Dances.: Los Angeles: Rhythms Productions, 1960.
White, William C. Made in USSR.: New York, New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 19??. Book for young people.
Whitehead, Grace. Bing Crosby's Country Style Square Dances.: New York, New York: 1947. Edwin H. Morris & Company, Inc. 48 p. Quadrilles, Heel and Toe Polkas, Tuxedos, Waltz Quadrilles, Virginia Reels, all set to popular songs from the film Welcome Stranger. Dance calls and directions by Grace Whitehead. Paperback.
Whitlock, E. C. and E. & Saunders, R. D. and E. Music and Dance in Texas, Oklahoma, and the Southwest.: Los Angeles: Bur. Musical Res., 1950.
Williams, Isobel E. Scottish Country Dancing.: Edinburgh, Scotland: Chambers, 1991. 96 pp. A Chambers Mini Guide to Scottish country dancing which gives information on the history of Scottish country dance, suitable dress and appropriate etiquette. The text includes diagrams of dances and suggests music. Dances included are reels, jigs, waltzes and dances suitable for children. Paperback.
Wilson, Chris L. Flamenco Essentials: The Complete Beginners Guide to Flamenco Dance, Music and Song..: Chris L. Wilson, 2009. Self Published. 156 pp.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Aspects of Folk Dance in Europe.: London, England: Non Basic Stock Line, 1994. 149 pp. An introduction to European folk dance, providing a survey of traditional dance styles, with background information on music, costume, and folk customs. Paperback.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Dances, Music and Costumes of Bulgaria.: Helen Wingrave, 1978. Self Published. 24 pp. Descriptions of eight dances of Bulgaria. Background, costumes, costume plates, piano music. Folio.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Folk Dances and Costumes of Switzerland.: Helen Wingrave: Self Published. 20 pp. Descriptions of nine easy dances of Switzerland. History, background, costumes, costume drawings, piano music.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Regional Dances of Europe.: Helen Wingrave: Self Published. Descriptions of 18 dances from the Basque area, Finland, Spanish Galicia, Italy, Portugal, Turkey. History, background, piano music. Spiral-bound.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Regional Dances of Europe, Book 2.: Helen Wingrave: Self Published. Descriptions of dances from Holland, Provence (France), Menorca (Spain), Norway, Serbia, and Romaniax. History, background, piano music. Spiral-bound.
Wingrave, Helen & Harrold, Robert. Spanish Dancing.: Helen Wingrave: Self Published. 64 pp. Descriptions for positions of hands, carriage of the body, placement of legs and feet, etc., of Flamenco dancing. History, background, hand and foot position illustrations, castanet work, piano music, list of places in Spain to see Flamenco.
Winter, Trish & Keegan-Phipps, Simon. Performing Englishness: Identity and Politics in a Contemporary Folk Resurgence.: Manchester University Press, 2013, 200 pp. The authors combine the approaches of British cultural studies and ethnomusicology, drawing on ethnographic fieldwork, interviews with central figures of the resurgence and close analysis of key musical and dance texts. Hardcover.
Witzig, Louise. Dances of Switzerland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1949, 1953. New York, New York: Chanticleer Press, 1949. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Wixman, Ron. The Peoples of the USSR: An Ethnographic Handbook.: Armonk, New York: M.E. Sharpe; London, Macmillan, 1984.
Wixman, Ron. The Rise and Fall of the USSR: Cultural and Regional Perspectives.: Indianapolis, Indiana: John Wiley and Sons, Inc. 400 pp.
Wolska, Helen. Dances of Poland.: London, England: Max Parrish and Co., 1952. 40 pp. Descriptions of four dances. Background, costumes, costume color plates, piano music. Published under the auspices of The Royal Academy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Small hardcover.
Wood, Melusine. Advanced Historical Dances.: London, England: Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1960. Background material on dances from the 15th to the 18th centuries.
Wood, Melusine. More Historical Dances.: London, England: Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, 1956.
Woodward, L. Country Dancing.: Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1956.
Woodward, L. Country Dancing 2:1.: Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1957.
Woolnoth, M. E. Playford's Country Dances.: London, England: Curwen & Sons, Ltd.
Wright, A. P. & Wright, Webster. Wright's Humours: Nine County Dances From 18th Century Printed Collections.: A. P. Wright and Webster Wright, 1980. Self Published. 12 pp. The dances in this collection are all taken from 18th century printed collections, and as such belong to our Country Dance heritage, being part of the link between the dances published by John Playford and so-called traditional dances, collected earlier in the 20th century. They range in date between about 1730 and 1793. Pamphlet
Wright, David & Stradling, Roderick. How to Dance.: Garden City, New York: Doubleday and Co., 1958.
Yang, C. S. Chinese Folk Dances for Everybody.: University of Nevada Press: Reno, Nevada, 1999. 120 pp. There are approximately 400 distinct Basque folk dances, each with its own story and significance. Some, the more ancient ritual dances, are performed only for particular events or circumstances and initially were performed by male dancers only. Many include the use of sticks and swords that the dancers strike together as they progress through the movements of the dance. The more recent social dances derive from early celebratory dances but are today devoid of any sacred function. Paperback
Yoder, Cassidy. The History of Ball Room Dance Dancing.: Gilkie Publishing, 2013. The History Of Ballroom Dancing Will Allow You To Become More Familiar With The Techniques of The Jive, Rumba, Paso Double, Slow Fox Trot and Tango, Plus Music and Dresses for Dancing Competitions. eBook.
Ysursa, John M. Basque Dance.: Taiwan Time Book, Inc., 1975 (1999). This work aims to provide both Basque and non-Basque readers with an introduction to an ancient art form that still endures. Paperback.
Yugoslavia – Folk Dances and Costumes.: Zagreb: Biró za Turisticku Propagandu.
Zahava, Ruth. Jewish Dances.: Los Angeles: Kilography, 1950. Ten descriptions, including music, Hebrew text, illustrations.
Zerebecky, Bohdan. Folk Dances of Bukovyna.: Ottawa, Ontario: Ukrainian Canadian Committee, Saskatchewan Provincial Council, 1989. 85 pp.
Zerebecky, Bohdan. Folk Dances of Hutsulshchyna.: Ottawa, Ontario: Ukrainian Canadian Committee, Saskatchewan Provincial Council, 1989. 70 pp.
Zerebecky, Bohdan. Folk Dances of Zakarpattia.: Ottawa, Ontario: Ukrainian Canadian Committee, Saskatchewan Provincial Council, 1989. 73 pp.
Žganec, Vino & Sremec, Nada. Croatian Folksongs and Dances (Hrvatske narodne pjesme i plesove).: Zagreb: 1951. 284 pp. 145 examples of folksongs with text and musical transcriptions; notes about the songs and dances of Croatia.
Zielinski, Stefan J. Dances of Poland.: Chicago: W. H. Sajewski Music and Publishing, Co., 1953. Description and piano for advanced dances.

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