Irish step dancing
Celtic footwork tradition
Irish step dancing is a traditional dance form characterized by rapid, precise footwork while keeping the upper body rigid and arms held at the sides.
Dancers perform intricate stepping patterns, often in hard shoes that produce rhythmic percussion.
The style gained global recognition through shows like Riverdance.
Competitions called feiseanna judge technical skill and timing.
- fiddle tunesTraditional string melodies
- wigsArtificial head coverings
- soft shoeTap without taps
- hard shoeRigid dance footwear
- jigSpirited folk dance
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Undulating torso performance art
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Irish step dancingbelly dancing
Undulating torso performance art
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Unchoreographed rhythmic movement
ecstatic dance · street dance · social dancing · dance improvisation
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