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What is Clog Dancing?

In the U.S., clog dancing or clogging, as it is sometimes known, takes its origins from square dancing. This is not where or how clogging began however. It is not quite clear but clogging may have been developed as long ago as the 1400s, which would make it one of the oldest types of dancing still in existence since its creation. Clog dancing is the official name but many people refer to it as clogging.

Before coming to be known as clogging or clog dancing, there was bluegrass dancing. This type of dance was done to music that often included the fiddle and was affectionately referred to as old time music for its many different steps and taps. African, German, Irish and English dances can all be somewhat identified in clogging, which is something of a mixture of moves from all of these backgrounds.

So what then, is clogging and how is it different from other types of dances? Clogging is a dance style that is accentuated by the type of shoes that are worn during the dance. The shoes are used to make a loud percussion noise with the toe or heel or in some cases both the toe and heel to make a rhythm. This rhythm or beat is often compared to the sounds that percussion instruments make and is the basis of clogging.

Other names for clogging that are used include flat-footing, buck dancing, jigging, foot-stomping and clog dancing. Each of these names shares that same definitive indications that clogging does, which is that the foot taps and heel clicks make this style of dance what it is. In Wales, clogging has taken to competition level and you can witness the dancers jumping high in the air over brooms.

Interested in a little bit of English history about clogging? Believe it or not, hard-soled shoes were required for individuals who worked at the weaving machines. They would tap their feet to keep them warm during working sessions. On the lunch period and after work, they would have unofficial competitions to see who had the best sounding percussion beats and rhythms. Now you know!

Here's another interesting fact you may not know about clogging: It is the official state dance of both North Carolina and Kentucky. Ready to get clogging? There's no time like the present to learn more about the fascinating dance that's been around for a very long time. Take clog dancing shoes, for example. Clog dancing shoes often have taps on the toe and the heel so that they make a rhythm sound when you walk. Clogging with these types of shoes makes it possible to hear the sound even if you are on carpet.

In the United States, dance crews are even taking clog dancing to a new level by competition on national television with this type of dance. So what is clogging? It's a dance style that's all over the world and enjoyed by people everywhere. With the right shoes and a little initiative, you too can be clogging your way to some good old fashioned enjoyable clog dancing before you know it!

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The History of Dance is the place to find dance favorites you can learn. You can buy instructional Clogging DVDs and videos for first hand help to learn this fascinating dance.

Basic Irish Fiddle DVD $30 By Dale Russ. For Fiddle. Methods. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Beginning. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning

Homespun Learn To Play Irish Fiddle Lesson One (DVD) $29.95 Homespun Learn To Play Irish Fiddle Lesson One (DVD)

Homespun Learn To Play Irish Fiddle Lesson One (Dvd) $29.95 Homespun Learn To Play Irish Fiddle Lesson One (DVD)

Irish Fiddle, Mastering The Art - Kevin Burke DVD $39.99 "By Kevin Burke. For Fiddle. Methods. All Styles. Multiple Levels. DVD. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

Past Masters Of Irish Fiddle M $8.99 Past Masters Of Irish Fiddle M

Homespun Blues on the Fiddle (Book/DVD) $29.95 Homespun Blues on the Fiddle (Book/DVD)

Homespun Blues On The Fiddle (Book/Dvd) $29.95 Homespun Blues on the Fiddle (Book/DVD)

Mel Bay Complete Irish Fiddle Player Book $19.95 Mel Bay Complete Irish Fiddle Player Book

Centerstream Publishing Irish and American Fiddle Tunes for Harmonica $19.95 Centerstream Publishing Irish and American Fiddle Tunes for Harmonica

Centerstream Publishing Irish And American Fiddle Tunes For Harmonica $19.95 Centerstream Publishing Irish and American Fiddle Tunes for Harmonica

Irish Verse to Landscape DVD $17.99 Take in the breathless beauty of the Emerald Isle as you listen to a selection of classic Irish poetry and popular verse. Soothing words by poets such as Thomas Moore, Oliver Goldsmith and more. Traditional music adds to the scenery and the inspiring words. Approx. 55 min.

The Complete Irish Fiddle Player $19.99 "By Peter Cooper. For Fiddle. Solos. Complete. Celtic/Irish. Multiple Levels. Book. 158 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

The Irish Fiddle Book $14.95 "(The Art of Traditional Fiddle Playing). For Violin, Piano Accompaniment. Music Sales America. Irish, Traditional. CD only. Ossian Publications #OSSCD4. Published by Ossian Publications"

Irish Peat Turf Fire DVD $27.99 There are few things that evoke Ireland as much as a real peat fire. With this unique and original DVD you and your family can experience the wonderful atmosphere that a real peat fire creates. Filmed in a 15th century Irish castle and using only hand cut peat from Co. Galway. 1 hour and 25 min.

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle - 2-DVD Set $49.95 DVD/Instructional/Folk Instrmt. DVD. Homespun #DVDBURFI23. Published by Homespun

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle, Lesson One $29.95 "(Polkas, Jigs and Slides). DVD/Instructional/Folk Instrmt. DVD. Homespun #DVDBURFI21. Published by Homespun"

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle, Lesson Two $29.95 "(Reels, Jigs and Gavottes). DVD/Instructional/Folk Instrmt. DVD. Homespun #DVDBURFI22. Published by Homespun"

Sterling Silver Irish Music Rings - Men $59.99 Irish music has lifted spirits and touched hearts from local pubs to the world stage. These beautiful rings celebrate Irelands famous musical tradition. Embossed with the favored Irish instruments - bodhran, fiddle, tin whistle and accordion. Ireland. Boxed. Sizes (no half sizes)

Sterling Silver Irish Music Rings - Women $44.99 Irish music has lifted spirits and touched hearts from local pubs to the world stage. These beautiful rings celebrate Irelands famous musical tradition. Embossed with the favored Irish instruments - bodhran, fiddle, tin whistle and accordion. Ireland. Boxed. Sizes (no half sizes)

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 2 - Fiddle DVD $19.95 "(Intermediate Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. DVD. Duration 118 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 1 - Fiddle DVD $19.95 "(Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. DVD. Duration 114 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

Irish Turf And Burner $17.99 A perfect accompaniment to the DVD. This item allows you to have the distinctive smell of an Irish turf fire. The cottage contains 6 mini turf from the Tipperary bog lands and a stone burner. Ireland.

Homespun Fiddle For Kids, Lesson One (DVD) $17.96 Homespun Fiddle For Kids, Lesson One (DVD)

Specialty Music Productions Beginning Fiddle DVD $13.46 Specialty Music Productions Beginning Fiddle DVD

Homespun Fiddle For Kids, Lesson One (Dvd) $17.96 Homespun Fiddle For Kids, Lesson One (DVD)

Swing Fiddle DVD $39.95 By Paul Anastasio. For Fiddle. Solos. Ridge Runner. Instructional video. Swing. Intermediate. DVD. Duration 60 minutes. Published by Ridge Runner Videos

The Complete Irish Fiddle Player 2-CD Set $24.98 "By Peter Cooper. For Fiddle. Solos. Complete. Celtic/Irish. Compact Disc. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

Mel Bay Complete Irish Fiddle Player Book/Cd Pckg $29.95 Mel Bay Complete Irish Fiddle Player Book/Cd Pckg

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 1 - Fiddle Book/CD/DVD Set $34.99 "(Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book+CD+DVD. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

The American Fiddle Method, Volume 2 - Fiddle Book/CD/DVD Set $34.95 "(Intermediate Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Intermediate. Book+CD+DVD. 64 pages. Duration 118 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

Learn to Play Appalachian Fiddle DVD $30 By Evo Bluestein. For Fiddle. Methods. Lark in the Morning. Folk. Beginning. DVD. Duration 53 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning

Irish Fiddle Solos Book/CD Set $19.99 "(64 Pieces for Violin). By Pete Cooper. For Fiddle. Solos. Celtic/Irish. Intermediate. Book/CD Set. 56 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

Play Scottish Fiddle (DVD) $51.05 An accomplished player and expert instructor, Sarah Naylor shares her valuable tips, insights, and advice with Scottish fiddle students of all levels on this effective program.

Super Fiddle Bowing Techniques DVD $14.95 "By Ed Marsh. For Fiddle. Technic. All Styles. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 30 minutes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc"

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