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OverviewWhen I first stepped into the pulse of Afrobeats, I didn't just hear the rhythm - I felt the world breathing. It wasn't choreography that moved me. It was energy. It was ancestry. It was a connection. Afrobeats Basics is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to experience that same aliveness - to learn the global groove that has united continents, generations, and cultures. Whether you're a complete beginner, a returning dancer, or a creator searching for authenticity in your movement, this book takes you step-by-step through the rhythm, posture, and presence that define modern Afrobeats. You'll learn the physical techniques - legwork, bounce, isolations, transitions - but more importantly, you'll learn how to feel rhythm as your native language again. Afrobeats isn't about performing for others. It's about remembering the joy of being fully in your body - in motion, in flow, in life. Inside, I guide you through ten progressive chapters that take you from rhythm awareness to expressive confidence: Roots and Rhythm - Discover how African grooves became global and why rhythm is universal. Stance and Bounce - Build posture, balance, and confidence through grounded movement. Counts and Polyrhythms - Understand the layered timing that gives Afrobeats its addictive flow. Legwork and Level Changes - Learn signature Afrobeats steps from simple to show-stopping. Isolation and Groove Control - Master body awareness and flow precision. Signatures and Street Styles - Explore cultural influences shaping today's global Afrobeats. Pathways and Transitions - Create seamless movement sequences and combinations. Freestyle and Flow State - Unlock creative freedom through embodied rhythm. Culture and Community Etiquette - Learn respect, energy exchange, and dance floor codes. Performance and On-Camera Presence - Build confidence to shine in videos, socials, or the stage. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael FinkPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.417kg ISBN: 9798269237732Pages: 310 Publication Date: 10 October 2025 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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