Tap Technique: 2-3-3 Rhythm Basics

Why learn this?
The following combinations have a genuine advantage for the tap student: slowly, they can be learned and practised by a beginner. At a fast tempo they are classic combinations of the Paddle-And-Roll style, as they were danced by Eddie Brown, Buster Brown, Leon Collins, Henry LeTang, Baby Laurence, Lon Chaney and many others.

What you have to master with these combinations is the following: absolute regularity, clear and even sounds along with the proper accentuation.

EXAMPLES:

N° 1 > stamp / step-heel / dig-ball

b) full > shuffle
&8&1        shuffle-step-heel R
&2&3&4    shuffle-step-heel L IN, step-heel R OUT
&5&6&7    shuffle-step-heel L IN, step-heel R OUT    - REVERSE

d) full > scuffle (paddle)
&8&1    scuffle-step-heel R
&2&3&4    scuffle-step-heel L IN, step-heel R OUT
&5&6&7    scuffle-step-heel L IN, step-heel R OUT    - REVERSE