A Comprehensive Study of Riffs by Al Gilbert is a systematic study of riff technique for intermediate and advanced tap dancers.
Created as a companion to Al Gilbert’s Grades 4–9 Tap Syllabus, this material begins with the basic “nuts and bolts” of each step and develops them through multiple progressions. From the basic 2-Tap Riff through 16-Tap Riff Walks, the material is broken down into clear, easy-to-teach sections.
Designed for Grades 5 and up, these exercises are especially useful during the center-floor portion of tap class. The progressive work helps dancers strengthen the feet and ankles while developing the control, articulation, rhythm, clarity, and crispness needed for strong tap sounds.
A Comprehensive Study of Riffs Includes:
- 2-Tap Riffs through 16-Tap Riffs
- Riff Walks
- Heel Riff Walks
- Riffles and Riffle Combinations
- Riff Turns
- Progressive riff exercises and combinations
- And much more
Download Includes:
⚠️ Please download files to a computer, not a mobile device.
- Video performance of all drills with Al Gilbert's instructional voiceover
- 16 instructional tracks by Al Gilbert
- 16 instrumental tracks
- Technique notes
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