pHarriet Cavalli has been a great influence on me and my work with music. She understands dance accompaniment better than anyone and explains how and why in her book.-- Mark Morris, artistic director, Mark Morris Dance GroupppAn insightful and detailed guide that will help novice dance musicians to navigate the demanding and often unstated expectations of the dance class, providing an invaluable resource for both dance teachers and dance musicians.-- Kathryn Daniels, Cornish College of the Arts, SeattleppAll dance accompanists and teachers imusti own this publication.-- Ruth C. Petrinovic, consultant, Alabama Ballet School, BirminghamppHarriet Cavalli, internationally recognized as one of the most talented and experienced specialists in the art of music for dancers and dance teachers, presents here the definitive book on accompaniment, as well as her personal--often humorous--look behind the scenes at the world of dance. The text is enhanced by diagrams and 83 complete musical examples