In this Podcast, we will explore three social and cultural influences on the development of the style; these influences could also be looked at from a perspective of gender or race.

By the end of this Podcast, listeners will be able to:

·  Describe three social and cultural influences in Jazz dance History

·  Explain how these influences have impacted today's Jazz dance style.

Today, we will look at three critical aspects of Jazz Dance History; the Slave Trade, Minstrel and Vaudeville Shows, and the Sexual Revolution.

In this episode, we will explore the influential choreographer Bob Fosse's and the influence he has had on the development of the Jazz Dance style and where these influences can be seen in today’s jazz style.

By the end of this Podcast, you will be able to:

• Describe Bob Fosse's' jazz style

• Explain how Fosse's' style has impacted today’s Jazz Dance style.