It's not just the moves, but the way Chester Whitmore moves. The groove and humor he puts into his dancing. . . the only times I've seen that kind of grace is the dancing done in vintage clips, especially by African-Americans. I don't see that kind of dancing even in today's solo jazz competition.
I rarely comment on UA-cam. I had to for this one. Chester: your love (of dance, teaching and humanity) shines through so clearly. You're an inspiration.
Chester Whitmore. What a name, what a guy. I wasn’t familiar with your work, but now I am and you made my day. You’re a national treasure! I’ll be coming back to this a lot. I hope you and your family are well. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Love it, great to see a dictionary done with so much heart and skill both, dynamic and energetic, and from someone who was "in the culture" of it all, who can teach the "vibe", culture and rhythm of the dance, not just the motions. These are important things that can become lost to time if the originators don't pass it down or record it, and we end up with a shell left over with the original heart removed from it. This video is an underated treasure and must see for anyone wanting to learn old school Jazz dance.
THANK YOU!!! I use this info in my classes. I am an ABT certified ballet teacher but this is all new to me when teaching a class called "dancing through the decades." NEVER STOP MOVING!
Imagine being that guy's student. Not only do you learn those great dances, you also learn all about dancing in 20th century America. Whatever he charges is worth it.
That guy has it goin on! It's good thst he is showing people these before his dsys are done. He's also giving history. Very well done. Wish it would have had some music. Perhaps good jazz?
Thank you, Chester, for taking the time to do this; and for filling us in on everyone who every did each step :). That was awesome. Can't wait to practice.
Oh man, I love Chester. If you ever get the chance again, please ask him to do the same for the different break steps. You'd be amazed at how many different standard break he knows.
i don't know why i'm watching this because i cant dance to save my life! but this is so interesting seeing the history! and your dude has so much class!
18:51 - A Nasty Nolan ? Would love to know more about that step... What a pool of knowledge, please record more. I have a feeling Chester had more to say about the Tacky/Tackin' Annie Step perhaps? x Thanks for sharing :)
This is great! I'm absolutely new to this jazz dance stuff and I'm looking to teach myself - this video just helped me learn so much in such a short amount of time. Now it's just a matter of dancing it out and getting it in my vocabulary! Thank you, thank you, thank you so much.
"contemporary" box step is AKA Jazz Square. Watching this is making me so curious about the roots of this dance form. I see tap, street, ball room and african. Thank you to this man (can you post his name?) for the great illustration of the style
May we please use this video and translate some of the moves and what Chester says into Korean? Often Korean teachers use the wrong names for steps so we would like people to be more aware of the original names and some of the historical background behind them!
Could someone say what the difference is between Charleston Squat, Sailor Kicks and Scissor kicks? I'm curious as to what minor detail in their execution deferenciates them from each other.
Can anyone tell me the name of this moves T_T I know Jazz has lots of kind of Jazz such as jazz studio, jazz broadway, jazz classic...but Im not sure which kind of Jazz is this? Ty so much :(
I’d say club jazz, and jazz funk (getting into the 60s-70s). That’s one reason he could show different styles from different cities with some steps. I’m a dance teacher. All the jazz styles you listed took from club jazz.
I think I figured out why do not feel the same energy watching people recreate vintage club and street dances. They are stiff. Look how stiff this guy is compared to Chester when doing these moves. He just doesn't look like he is having any fun. You can see it in the side by side. He stands almost straight while Chester is leaning into the dances. Just stop trying to get the steps perfect and have some fun. This isn't ballet or the Waltz. Almost every dancer I see recreating these dances is stiff as a board.
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One of the most amazing dancers I've ever known...Chester Whitmore is a true talent who constantly gives back to the dance community!
He surely knows his dance history, love having him as a dance teacher in college, see you next semester for tap Chester !
What school?
Bruh I need to know where he twachers
what school?
What college is he at in 2023!?!?!?
I absolutely adore Chester 😊
Possibly my new favourite video on UA-cam.
A national treasure that man!
I learned Skoby Strohmans Apple Jack from Skoby back in the early 90’s!❤ This is an awesome historical documentary!
It's not just the moves, but the way Chester Whitmore moves. The groove and humor he puts into his dancing. . . the only times I've seen that kind of grace is the dancing done in vintage clips, especially by African-Americans. I don't see that kind of dancing even in today's solo jazz competition.
Dancing really does keep you young. I hope I'm dancing after all these years!
I rarely comment on UA-cam. I had to for this one. Chester: your love (of dance, teaching and humanity) shines through so clearly. You're an inspiration.
Chester Whitmore. What a name, what a guy. I wasn’t familiar with your work, but now I am and you made my day. You’re a national treasure! I’ll be coming back to this a lot.
I hope you and your family are well. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Love it, great to see a dictionary done with so much heart and skill both, dynamic and energetic, and from someone who was "in the culture" of it all, who can teach the "vibe", culture and rhythm of the dance, not just the motions. These are important things that can become lost to time if the originators don't pass it down or record it, and we end up with a shell left over with the original heart removed from it. This video is an underated treasure and must see for anyone wanting to learn old school Jazz dance.
THANK YOU!!! I use this info in my classes. I am an ABT certified ballet teacher but this is all new to me when teaching a class called "dancing through the decades." NEVER STOP MOVING!
Imagine being that guy's student. Not only do you learn those great dances, you also learn all about dancing in 20th century America. Whatever he charges is worth it.
This is amazing! The amount of expertise is incredible 😊 Thank you very much for making this video!
This is the single best Jazz Solo Tutorial !)
That guy has it goin on! It's good thst he is showing people these before his dsys are done. He's also giving history. Very well done.
Wish it would have had some music. Perhaps good jazz?
Thank you Chester !!! Loving taking his class !
Thank you, Chester, for taking the time to do this; and for filling us in on everyone who every did each step :). That was awesome. Can't wait to practice.
Chester Whitmore is a treasure of person! And he has so much knowledge, I love this video!!!
This was fantastic! Thanks so much for recording this!
Hi Chestnuts! Your long lost friend Cassandra Baker here. Love seeing you do this and reminds me of our National Tap Ensemble days. Love ya man.
I Love this guy! Fabulous! A Treasure for sure, putting the steps aside how bout those little back stories! wow!
What a fabulous dancer ! Thank you so much for sharing his great talent and knowledge !
Man of my dreams. Style knowledge & personality. Please bring this to Sydney. I so want to learn this dance.
Oh man, I love Chester. If you ever get the chance again, please ask him to do the same for the different break steps. You'd be amazed at how many different standard break he knows.
The human encyclopedia of dance
Love me some Chester Whitmore!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎁🎁🎁
Chester Whitmore please teach us. World wide
I love him. He is beautiful.
Mr you are truly amazing! thank you so much for sharing
Remember imitating sailor kicks from the old 40s movies, Gene Kelly...
Thank you for posting this video. It's very helpful to have a list of so many great moves all in one place. Chester Whitmore is phenomenal!
Love you Chester!
This guy is amazing!
REALLY good.
so nice ! Thanks for sharing.
i don't know why i'm watching this because i cant dance to save my life! but this is so interesting seeing the history! and your dude has so much class!
Thank you very much for the knowledge. Wow this is HISTORY. Saludos desde Colombia ♥
Love your alphabetical vids, and this one w/ Chester is the best.
I love this so much
I love it I just realized I have been doing some steps incorrectly Xd. thanks for uploading this =)
04:55 tiktokers thinking they made this up 😂
18:51 - A Nasty Nolan ? Would love to know more about that step... What a pool of knowledge, please record more. I have a feeling Chester had more to say about the Tacky/Tackin' Annie Step perhaps? x
Thanks for sharing :)
This man IS smoothness
Thank you for the sharing ❤️❤️❤️
This is great! I'm absolutely new to this jazz dance stuff and I'm looking to teach myself - this video just helped me learn so much in such a short amount of time. Now it's just a matter of dancing it out and getting it in my vocabulary! Thank you, thank you, thank you so much.
Priceless!
This is amazing!!!!!!!!!!
oh man Chester is the king
Wonderful!!!!! Thank you so much!!!!
Love it!!
Thank you for this video!!
"contemporary" box step is AKA Jazz Square. Watching this is making me so curious about the roots of this dance form. I see tap, street, ball room and african. Thank you to this man (can you post his name?) for the great illustration of the style
Amazing guy
thank you
May we please use this video and translate some of the moves and what Chester says into Korean? Often Korean teachers use the wrong names for steps so we would like people to be more aware of the original names and some of the historical background behind them!
FANTASTICO MUCHAS GRACIAS BENDICIONES
Merci pour cette vidéo!
Samba veio de jazz
I need permission to show this and discuss it as a part of dance history. Who do I contact?
@9:34 killed me
Could someone say what the difference is between Charleston Squat, Sailor Kicks and Scissor kicks? I'm curious as to what minor detail in their execution deferenciates them from each other.
Gloden this stuff ❤️
Check out Chester Whitmore's new choreography with the LA Swing Dance Posse. ua-cam.com/video/l4YVntBpfeE/v-deo.html.
Love it! Where i can find jazz steps #1 & #2? Thank you 😊
Wish he was my grandpa
LuvHim❣
There isn’t Waiter step... it’s a very popular step!
Dig!
11:47 low down mooches 12:39
Can anyone tell me the name of this moves T_T I know Jazz has lots of kind of Jazz such as jazz studio, jazz broadway, jazz classic...but Im not sure which kind of Jazz is this? Ty so much :(
Vernacular (solo) Jazz
Wednesday Night Hop ty so much
I’d say club jazz, and jazz funk (getting into the 60s-70s). That’s one reason he could show different styles from different cities with some steps. I’m a dance teacher. All the jazz styles you listed took from club jazz.
O que as meninas fazem é dança tribal. Mas não é samba, não
I think I figured out why do not feel the same energy watching people recreate vintage club and street dances. They are stiff. Look how stiff this guy is compared to Chester when doing these moves. He just doesn't look like he is having any fun. You can see it in the side by side. He stands almost straight while Chester is leaning into the dances. Just stop trying to get the steps perfect and have some fun. This isn't ballet or the Waltz. Almost every dancer I see recreating these dances is stiff as a board.