The latest pair of dance instruction videos from Christy Lane feature less camera angles and more back-to-the-camera demonstrations; consequently people will find it easier to learn the steps. Christy Lane's Hot New Line Dances demonstrates four popular line dances: the Hip Hop, Black Velvet, Tumbleweed, and Cowboy Hip Hop, while Christy Lane's More Hot New Line Dances covers the Romeo, Cowboy Motion, Ghostbusters, and Boot Scootin' Boogie II (an apparent sequel to the parquet dance floor mega-blockbuster Boot Scootin' Boogie). The instruction is solid and enthusiastically delivered, and the enclosed leaflet outlines the various steps for quick reference. In between dances, the camera cuts to a nightclub where line dancers are happily busy plying their hobby; unfortunately, the camera often wanders through the jungle of feet like a lost puppy, resulting in more confusion than anything else. Better than Christy Lane's Sweatin to...Country, Vol. 1 (reviewed in our November-December 1993 issue), these are worthwhile additions in a very popular area.Can tap dancing lift a person out of the doldrums? (Steve Martin seemed pretty blithe during his "happy feet" stage.) Whether or not tap dancing is a non-prescription alternative to Prozac, instructor Mike Mailloux sure makes it look like a lot of fun. In this introductory guide to tap dancing, Mailloux teaches viewers the basic steps, such as the "shuffle," "flap," "toe heel," etc., and then embarks on a full "soft shoe routine." Good production values and easy-to-follow instruction make this an excellent choice.Christy Lane's Hot New Line Dances and Christy Lane's More Hot New Line Dances are both recommended. Tap Away Your Blues is highly recommended. (R. Pitman)
Christy Lane's Hot New Line Dances; Christy Lane's More Hot New Line Dances; Tap Away Your Blues
(1993) 30 min. $29.95 (booklet included). Let’s Do It Productions. PPR. Color cover. Vol. 9, Issue 2
Christy Lane's Hot New Line Dances; Christy Lane's More Hot New Line Dances; Tap Away Your Blues
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