Lower School students were mesmerized by the rhythm and grace of jazz dance during a special visit by the renowned Gus Giordano Jazz Dance group on October 18. With lightning-fast costume changes and a whirlwind of movement, the dancers introduced senior kindergarten through fifth graders to the many dance genres that have influenced this indigenous American art form. While the children were fascinated by the performances of traditional African dance, tap, 1920s flapper dances, Broadway musical choreography, disco, and hip hop, they also learned about the history of American dance in a fun and entertaining way. The Gus Giordano Jazz Dance group’s visit was made possible by Latin parents Nancy and David Sarne for the annual Todd Sarne Memorial Assembly.

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