As a textbook for college or university courses and a reference for dancers and dance instructors at all levels. this book provides dancers with an understanding of musical time and rhythm to help them improve their level of artistry. It covers basic skills and principles of rhythmic musicianship from the perspectives of dancers and musicians and helps dancers become aware of the musicality inherent in movement. It educates musicians about the kinetics of rhythm and provides information and materials for structuring vocal and body percussion workshops. The CD-Rom supports specific concepts presented in the book with over 80 video and 250 audio examples.