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Al Gilbert Grade 4 Tap Technique – Tap Dance Curriculum for Ages 11+ (DVD + CD
Bundle)
Empower your dancers to break through to the next level with Grade 4 of Al Gilbert’s renowned tap syllabus—an intermediate tap curriculum designed for ages 11 and up. Known as “The Breakthrough Level,” this stage marks a turning point in a dancer’s journey, where foundational tap skills evolve into complex rhythms, refined clarity, and performance-ready confidence.
This 4-disc set includes the complete 3-CD instructional audio program (with both vocal instruction and instrumental tracks) plus a fully demonstrated teaching video—ideal for classroom use or at-home reinforcement. The expanded syllabus retains all core Grade 4 steps while adding bonus material to support versatility in lesson planning.
Featuring nearly 50 progressive exercises and a 2-chorus routine set to vibrant pop-style music, this level introduces intermediate tap elements such as riffs, drawbacks, turns across the floor, and advanced timing combinations. Grade 4 builds stamina, musicality, and movement-based technique—equipping dancers for more challenging choreography ahead.
In Grade 4, dancers learn:
Barre Work:
- Shuffles in Progressive Patterns
- Heel-Shuffle-Heel & Quadruple Shuffle Step Heel
- Extended Flap Sequences
- Riff Progressions
Center Floor Work:
- Shuffle Step Heel Combos
- Maxi Ford Breaks
- Single, Double & Changeover Cramp Rolls
- Traveling Waltz Clog (Single & Double)
- Time Step Series
- 9 Challenging Turns Across the Floor
4-Disc Bundle Includes:
- CD 1: Vocal Instruction by Al Gilbert
- CD 2: Instrumental Music Tracks
- Disc 3: Data disc with printable class materials and audio files compatible with all major music players
- DVD Disc – Complete visual demonstration of all exercises with music
The Al Gilbert Tap Dance Syllabus curriculum is trusted by teachers worldwide and offers lifetime value—no subscription required.
