Jazz History

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Across
  1. 5. Dancer who developed a “freestyle” technique blending ballet and jazz.
  2. 6. Jazz bandleader whose music fueled the swing era and inspired new dances.
  3. 8. Street style that emerged as a positive alternative to gang violence.
  4. 11. Motown choreographer known for staging coordinated group routines.
  5. 12. Choreographer who worked with Michael Jackson on his iconic videos.
  6. 13. Choreographer whose jazz technique incorporated yoga and modern dance.
  7. 14. Hollywood dancer known for his athletic and energetic jazz style.
Down
  1. 1. 1980s film that made jazz dance classes skyrocket in popularity.
  2. 2. Creator of A Chorus Line; brought realism to Broadway jazz musicals.
  3. 3. 1980s platform that fused dance, fashion, and pop music videos.
  4. 4. Broadway choreographer famous for hats, hip rolls, and finger snaps.
  5. 7. Dancer who developed a smooth lyrical jazz technique after a car accident.
  6. 9. Founder of an influential modern company that integrated jazz, modern, and African movement.
  7. 10. Known as the “Father of Theatrical Jazz Dance.”
  8. 11. The Hollywood dancer who blended ballet grace with jazz precision.