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What did African influences bring to Latin dance?
What did African influences bring to Latin dance?
What is a characteristic of African influence in Latin dance today?
What is a characteristic of African influence in Latin dance today?
What type of dances were featured in balls during the Latin-American Standard Dance era?
What type of dances were featured in balls during the Latin-American Standard Dance era?
What was the social context of Standard ballroom dancing?
What was the social context of Standard ballroom dancing?
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What is a key difference between African and European influences in dance?
What is a key difference between African and European influences in dance?
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What is the name of the presenter of the information about Latin-American dance?
What is the name of the presenter of the information about Latin-American dance?
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What is the term 'Ballroom Dance' often used interchangeably with?
What is the term 'Ballroom Dance' often used interchangeably with?
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What is a characteristic of European dances in the 15th century?
What is a characteristic of European dances in the 15th century?
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What is a result of the Latin dances allowing more musical appreciation and social integration?
What is a result of the Latin dances allowing more musical appreciation and social integration?
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What is the origin of the Latin dances?
What is the origin of the Latin dances?
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What is the Latin-American Standard Dance divided into?
What is the Latin-American Standard Dance divided into?
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What is depicted in the mosaic by Diego Rivera in 1953?
What is depicted in the mosaic by Diego Rivera in 1953?
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Study Notes
Ballroom Dance Types
- The term "Ballroom Dance" often refers to the ten dances of Standard and Latin, but can also refer to the five International Ballroom dances.
Latin-American Standard Dance
- Divided into three styles: Native American, European, and African influences.
- Roots of Latin dances date back to the 15th century when indigenous dances were first recorded by Europeans.
- Initially, European dances prohibited male and female partners from touching each other, but Latin dance allowed for more musical appreciation and social integration.
- African influence on Latin dance includes:
- Bent knees and a downward focus (grounded to the earth)
- Whole-foot steps rather than toes and heels
- Emphasis on upper body, torso, or feet movements
- Intricate movements like coordination of different body parts and complex actions
- Variations in dynamics, levels, and use of space
Standard Ballroom Dancing
- Originated as a social dance for the privileged, often held in castle ballrooms.
- Featured popular dances of the day, such as:
- Minuet
- Quadrille
- Polonaise
- Polka
- Mazurka
- Now considered historical dances.
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Explore the blend of African and European influences on Latin American dance, from 1800 to 1940, and how it shaped the region's unique dance styles.
