Jazz Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is the meaning of "tendu" in jazz vocabulary?

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to stretch the foot

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What does "chainé turn" mean in jazz dance?

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A series of quick turns on both feet

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What is a "pirouette" in jazz dance?

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A turn on one foot

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What does "pas de bourree" mean in jazz dance?

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A series of quick steps

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What is a series of steps where the dancer moves forward with a smooth, gliding motion?

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Jazz walks

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What is a three-step movement often used as a transition in dance?

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Pas de bourrée

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Which leap involves switching legs in the air?

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Switch leap

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Which of the following is a type of turn in jazz dance? Jazz walks, Chainé turns, Hitch kick, Second leap

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Chainé turns

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Which move involves a high kick in jazz dance?

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Grande battement

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Which of the following is a large leap in jazz dance? Grande jeté, Chainé turns, Jazz walks, Soutenu

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Grande jeté