WB Dance Series, Set 1: (We're Gonna) Rock Around the Clock / Peppermint Twist: Lyric/Choreography Pack & CD

Gilpin's choreography pack taps into authentic rock and roll energy without requiring advanced dance training from teachers or students. The pairing of two recognizable hit songs with straightforward movement patterns makes this genuinely accessible for elementary gym classes, after-school programs, and summer camps where confidence matters as much as skill.

Pure joy and movement. These are high-energy rock and roll tunes designed to make kids want to get up and move, with choreography that's playful and achievable rather than technically demanding. The music captures that infectious early rock and roll spirit that makes dancing feel like the most natural thing in the world.

Elementary school students (ages 6 and up) in dance classes, physical education programs, after-school clubs, and summer camps. This pack also works for school assemblies, talent shows, or community events where kids want a fun, energetic performance option that requires minimal props or staging.

• Teach the choreography in small sections before combining it with the full song; breaking movements into 8 or 16 count phrases helps younger students absorb the patterns without overwhelming them.
• Use the separate accompaniment track during rehearsal so students can focus on learning steps, then layer in the vocal line and lyrics once movement feels secure.
• Assign student leaders or peer teachers to stand at the front or sides during early rehearsals; watching other kids execute the choreography often helps reluctant dancers join in.
• Play the performance track during transitions between activities to build excitement and familiarity with the music before formal rehearsals begin.

Open a school assembly or end-of-year program with one of these numbers to capture immediate audience energy and showcase student confidence in a celebratory context. Alternatively, use both tunes as bookend performances within a larger program, or feature them during gym class demonstrations and school events where parent attendance and community participation are encouraged.

• Following choreographed movement sequences in time with music
• Coordination of steps and arm movements
• Rhythmic awareness and beat matching
• Confidence performing in front of an audience
• Memorization of lyrics and movement patterns
• Ensemble cohesion and group synchronization