Dazzling Dances Through History

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Which instrument is commonly used in Polynesian Hula performances?

Bamboo sticks (correct)
Accordion
Violin
Piano

Which dance style revolutionized by Astor Piazzolla incorporates jazz harmonies?

Ice Dancing
Irish Dance
Polynesian Hula
Argentine Tango (correct)

What notable feature characterizes Irish Dance performances?

Dancers skate on ice
Dancers keep their upper body still (correct)
Dancers hold each other closely
Dancers perform intricate hand gestures

Which cultural event features dances such as samba and soca?

South American Carnivals (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which century did Irish Dance gain global fame with a significant show?

20th century (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of Ice Dancing in the context of sports?

Includes jumps, spins, and lifts (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which dance is associated with performances accompanied by music from hollowed-out gourds?

Polynesian Hula (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Polynesian Hula

A traditional dance performed by both men and women with music from drums and bamboo.

Ice Dancing

A form of rhythmic skating that combines dance and Olympic sport elements, featuring jumps and spins.

Argentine Tango

A close-hold, passionate dance that evolved with jazz influences from Astor Piazzolla.

Irish Dance

A dance style from around 400 BCE marked by rigid upper bodies and rapid feet movements to lively music.

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South American Carnivals

Festive events in South America featuring parades, extravagant outfits, and vibrant dancing before Easter.

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Astor Piazzolla

A composer who revolutionized tango music in the 20th century by incorporating jazz harmonies.

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Traditional Instruments

Musical tools like drums from hollow gourds or bamboo sticks used in dances like Hula.

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Study Notes

Dazzling Dances

Polynesian Hula (19th-20th century): Performed by both men and women, often accompanied by traditional instruments like drums and bamboo sticks.

Ice Dancing (19th Century)

Ice dancing is a form of dance and an Olympic sport.
Music is used for jumps, spins, and lifts.

Argentine Tango (19th Century)

A passionate dance form where performers hold each other close.
Astor Piazzolla revolutionized the traditional tango by incorporating jazz harmonies in the 20th century.

Irish Dance (c. 400 BCE)

Dancers hold their upper body still and move their legs and feet rapidly.
The music is lively and toe-tapping, often played by violins.
The show Riverdance (1994) was a worldwide hit.

South American Carnivals (17th Century)

Often held before Easter in South America and the Caribbean, especially in big cities.
People parade in the streets in extravagant costumes and dance to loud, rhythmic music like samba or soca.