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An expressive form of dance. Jazz is usually referred to as a mixture of ballet, modern, and hip hop.

Jazz is performed in specific Jazz shoes but some dancers may prefer to do it barefoot.

There are also different kinds of Jazz:
Lyrical Jazz is when the lyrics of a chosen song are portrayed in the dancer's movements.

Street Jazz has a more Hip Hop feel to it. And is sometimes done in street shoes.
This dance routine starts off with a Jazz pirouette (turn).
by Gail. July 23, 2006
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A showcase of talent to an audience. The one thing that sums up all the hard work, time, and thought put into a work of beauty & art. It's a breathtaking and nerve-racking experience that only some have the chance to do.
1. There is only a week left until our dance performance. We have to nail it.

2. The crowds lined up to get into the building to watch the performance.
by Gail. July 23, 2006
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