About the Author

Joshua Legg is a performer, choreographer, director and writer whose teaching credentials include Harvard University, Suffolk University, and Northwestern State University of Louisiana. He has served as master teacher and guest lecturer at many dance conferences in the USA.

Reviews

"Well researched. Useful for students in understanding roots/influences of contemporary dance." Nada Diachenko, co-director of the department of theatre and dance, University of Colorado Boulder" "Much needed concepts in one book for next generation teachers." Dr. Susan Kirchner, chairperson of the dance department, Towson University" "I believe every public school dance teacher should have a copy in her classroom." Pamela Sofras, chairman of department of dance, University of North Carolina Charlotte" "A useful text for modern dance technique classes at the high school or college level. It could be used throughout the typical four years of study or for a one-semester survey course of modern dance." "Journal of Dance Education "(December 2012)" "Ideal for an undergraduate dance history or pedagogy course, "Introduction to Modern Dance Techniques" explores the work of more than 10 modern dance choreographers. Includes descriptions of key exercises from each choreographer's class work." "Dance Teacher Magazine" (August 2012)"