How Do You Execute A Quadruple Waltz Clog Step In Tap Dancing?
The waltz clog step in tap dancing has many versions, including the single, double, triple and quadruple, the latter being our focus in this article. The step gets a little trickier and more complicated as you advance from the single to the quadruple version. The waltz clog should be done rhythmically and softly. The history of tap dancing reveals that Pat Rooney popularized this step. Memorize the count: “e&a1&2&3.” Memorize the steps: shuffle, toe, heel, shuffle, ball, change. Shuffle toe heel on your right foot to the count of “e&a1.” You will hear four sounds. Remember that a shuffle is when you strike the ball of your foot against the floor when you brush forward and backward, Shuffle ball change on your left foot to the count of “&2&3.” You will hear four sounds. Repeat the quadruple waltz step beginning on the opposite foot.
