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What is the primary aim of the Our Lady of Fatima University's mission?
Which of the following best describes a 'Chassé' in dance terminology?
How did line dancing originate according to the history provided?
Which style of dance significantly influenced the development of line dancing?
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What dance was popularized during the 1970s that is a form of retro pop dance?
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What common music genre is often associated with line dancing?
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Which event is a notable example of a line dance created for a popular country song?
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In the context of dance terminology, what does 'Accent' refer to?
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What type of music gained popularity during the 1990s due to line dancing?
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Which of the following types of dance flourished in North America?
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Where can the origin of Retro Pop Dance be traced?
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Which of the following is NOT associated with disco music performers?
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What is the main role of a disc jockey (DJ) in dance music?
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Which of the following etiquette rules is important in a dance class?
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What type of music is characterized as an alternative style preferred by the youth in the late 1960s?
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Which of the following is a common reason for the decline in disco music?
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Study Notes
OLFU Vision and Mission
- Focused on holistic development, aiming to improve individuals through education and values
- Dedicated to knowledge, skills, and virtues
Dance Terminology
- Over: One foot crossing over the other
- Ball change: Shifting weight from ball of one foot to another
- Accent: Emphasizing a specific action or movement
- Hold: Remaining in position for a set number of musical counts
- Ankle rock: Shifting weight with ankles held onto the forward foot
- Corner turn: A 90-degree turn, involving steps forward, right, and back
- Chassé: Syncopated side steps with feet not crossing
- Point: Touching toes sideways, front or back
- Step: A foot movement involving weight change
Line Dance
- Participants stand in a line and dance simultaneously
- Its roots are traced to American folk dance
- While often associated with country music, its origins lie in folk dances
- Contra dancing, with its parallel lines and partner changes, likely influenced line dance steps
Retro Pop Dance
- The hustle was a popular dance style during the 1970s
- Line dances were created for popular country songs in the 1980s and 1990s, with "Achy Breaky Heart" being a prominent example
- "The Macarena" brought line dancing to mainstream music in the 1990s
- Retro music gained popularity in the late 1960s, with funk, hip hop, and soul becoming prominent in North America
- Retro Pop Dance peaked in popularity from the mid-1970s to the early 1980s, particularly among the youth
- It originated in discotheques, which emerged in Nazi-occupied Paris
- Radio presenters, known as disc jockeys (DJs), played Jazz records and other genres, contributing to the dance scene
- Disco performers like Donna Summer, Boney M, Bee Gees, The Tramps, Chic, and Gloria Gaynor, inspired by Hollywood films, helped popularize retro pop dance
- In the Philippines, retro pop music, also known as disco songs, gained popularity with artists like The Hotdog band
Retro Dance
- Encompasses numerous blues-based dance styles from the 1930s to 1950s
- Styles share similarities in patterns, composition, and core content
- Each style offers distinct characterizations, emphasis, and structures
Dance Etiquette
- Always pay close attention to the dance instructor for effective learning
- Wear appropriate dance attire to avoid damage during class
- Arrive on time to the class as a professional courtesy and to ensure you are ready for the start of the session
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