In concert with

The Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers

The Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers is a high caliber ensemble of female rhythm tap dancers with dynamic improvisation, synchronized ensemble dancing and stunning solo work. They perform in concert with The David Leonhardt Jazz Group bringing a high level of musicianship and intensity to their performance. Through sophisticated musical arrangements and strong visual choreography, there is a dynamic interaction among dancers and musicians. This is a great way to draw both a dance and a jazz audience.

Swingin', Tappin' and Jammin' is a fun family show for childrenand their parents that presents energetic tap dancing and live jazz music. Designed to be presented in theaters it is a perfect addition to a family series. Performing high speed tap choreography, dynamic improvisation, synchronized ensemble dancing and stunning solo work, the Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers bring audiences to their feet. Accompanied onstage by The David Leonhardt Jazz Group their popular children’s show entertains, educates, and excites audiences. Using familiar songs and fun audience participation, Swingin', Tappin' and Jammin' brings the delight of rhythm, dance and music into the hearts of children and their families. Fun for grown-ups and kids alike this exuberant dance spectacular has been enjoyed by audiences world wide and to high critical acclaim.

The Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers is a high caliber ensemble of three women tap dancers that presents energetic tap dance concerts and conducts interactive lectures on jazz tap that inform and entertain audiences. Performing original works of choreography by Ms. Oliver and historic tap routines they are accompanied by The David Leonhardt Jazz Group.

Tap and Jazz For Kids

A fun family concert designed to introduce preschool and grade school age children to tap dancing and jazz music and the use of creative improvisation in rhythm. Familiar songs as are played to demonstrate how to understand and appreciate tapping and jazz. Audience interaction and participation is encouraged. "Secret Nursery Rhyme", "Sing with the Tappers", "Call and Response" games are played and the group plays hits from David Leonhardt's popular “Jazz For Kids” CD. Teachers and Parents love it!