Ballroom Dancing

Mr. Andrew L. GabionzaBallroom Dancing

TopicsHistory of ballroom dancingSocial and Competitive Ballroom Dances:Cha cha chaJiveTangoSamba

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ChachachaJiveTangoSambaFeet remain close to the flooris much hip and pelvic movement, and the upper body follows the direction of the lower

A lively, and uninhibited variation of Jitterbug, many of its basic patterns are similar to those of East Coast Swing.considered the dance of celebration and joy at Carnival celebrations in Rio. Lively and rhythmical,consists of a variety of styles that developed in different regions and eras ofArgentinaas well as in other locations around the world

Eqs:What is the difference of ballroom dancing from folk dancing/modern dancing?Why are some dances unique to certain cultures?How are dance structures like stories?How do works in dance reflect the time and places in which they are created?Why competitive ballroom dancing is different in a social ballroom dancing?

refers to a set ofpartner dances, which are enjoyed bothsociallyandcompetitivelyaround the world.Ballroom dancing

BALLROOM dancingSOCIALCOMPETITIVE

Social danceis a major category or classification ofdance formsor dance styles, where sociability and socializing are the primary focuses of the dancingSocialCompetitivelyCompetitions, sometimes referred to asDance sport, range from world championships, regulated by theWorld Dance Council(WDC), to less advanced dancers at various proficiency levels.

Competitive BallroomStandardLatin

TangoWaltzFoxtrotViennese Waltz Quick StepJiveChachachaRumbaSambaPaso Doble

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