Examines the folk dance heritage of North America, from the flamenco to a square dance, and from the cakewalk to the Jewish hora.

Folk dance across North America: light feet and joyful hearts -- Northern European folk dances: fertility and fun -- Eastern European folk dances: power and beauty -- Southern European folk dances: reason to celebrate -- Mexican and South American folk dances: flavor and richness -- Jewish folk dances: praising God -- African folk dances: a powerful force -- Asian folk dances: concentration and poise.