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What is Samba known as today?
What is Samba known as today?
Lindy Hop is also known as Lindy Flight.
Lindy Hop is also known as Lindy Flight.
False
When did East Coast Swing, also known as Single Swing, emerge?
When did East Coast Swing, also known as Single Swing, emerge?
late 1940s
Joropo, the National Dance of Venezuela, is danced throughout the country but especially in the _________.
Joropo, the National Dance of Venezuela, is danced throughout the country but especially in the _________.
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Match the following Latin folkloric dances with their countries of origin:
Match the following Latin folkloric dances with their countries of origin:
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When was the dance 'Tango' introduced to the New World?
When was the dance 'Tango' introduced to the New World?
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Latin American Ballroom Tango is danced in 3/4 time.
Latin American Ballroom Tango is danced in 3/4 time.
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What is the focus of learning the Tango dance?
What is the focus of learning the Tango dance?
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The Americanized version of Tango is a combination of the best parts of each: Argentine, French, Gaucho, and ________.
The Americanized version of Tango is a combination of the best parts of each: Argentine, French, Gaucho, and ________.
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Who created the dance fitness program Zumba?
Who created the dance fitness program Zumba?
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Zumba primarily involves hip-hop and soca dance elements.
Zumba primarily involves hip-hop and soca dance elements.
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What organization sells Zumba videos and products?
What organization sells Zumba videos and products?
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Zumba classes are typically about an hour long and are taught by instructors licensed by an organization called Zumba ____.
Zumba classes are typically about an hour long and are taught by instructors licensed by an organization called Zumba ____.
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Match the Zumba class with its description:
Match the Zumba class with its description:
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Where did the term 'Salsa' originate?
Where did the term 'Salsa' originate?
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Casino Rueda is danced individually, not in a group.
Casino Rueda is danced individually, not in a group.
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What is the purpose of learning Cha Cha dance?
What is the purpose of learning Cha Cha dance?
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Merengue is the national dance of ________.
Merengue is the national dance of ________.
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Match the Latin dance with its country of origin:
Match the Latin dance with its country of origin:
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Study Notes
Zumba Fitness Program
- Created in the 1990s by Colombian dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez
- Combines dance and aerobic elements with Latin music styles such as hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo
- Incorporates squats and lunges into the choreography
- Over 14 million people take weekly Zumba classes in over 140,000 locations across more than 185 countries
History of Zumba
- Beto Perez forgot his aerobics music tape in the 1990s and improvised a class using Latin music from his car
- Moved to the United States in 2001 and teamed up with Alberto Perlman and Alberto Aghion to create a demo reel
- Concept was discovered and licensed by Fitness Quest to create a direct marketing campaign and home videos
Zumba Classes
- Typically last about an hour and are taught by licensed instructors
- Include music with fast and slow rhythms, as well as resistance training
- Incorporate dance styles from around the world, such as cumbia, flamenco, chachacha, reggaeton, samba, hip hop, and axé music
- Nine different types of classes, including Zumba Gold for older populations and Zumba Toning for strengthening and sculpting
Benefits of Zumba
- Physical benefits: toning, strengthening, cardiopulmonary endurance, strengthened heart and lungs, improved circulation, and weight control
- Emotional benefits: reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep patterns, and increased energy
- Social benefits: opportunities to meet new people and build relationships
Latin Aerobic Dance
- Combines elements of Latin dance styles with aerobic exercise
- Popularized in the 1990s with the rise of Zumba
- Benefits: weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, strengthened muscles, and increased flexibility
- Can be practiced in a group fitness class or at home with videos and DVDs
History of Rumba
- Originated in Cuba in the 16th century with the arrival of African slaves
- Influenced by African, Spanish, and indigenous rhythms and dance styles
- Became popular in the United States in the 1910s and 1920s with the rise of Latin music
- Recognized as an official ballroom dance in 1955
History of Tango
- Originated in Argentina and Uruguay in the 19th century
- Influenced by African, Spanish, and Italian music and dance styles
- Became popular in Europe and North America in the early 20th century
- Has several styles, including Argentine, French, Gaucho, and International
Other Dance Styles
- Samba: originated in Brazil and was first introduced to the United States in 1939
- Mambo/Salsa: originated in Cuba and was popularized in the United States in the 1940s and 1980s### Mambo
- The Mambo dance originated in Cuba in 1943, introduced by Perez Prado at La Tropicana night-club in Havana.
- It is a fusion of Cuban and American Jazz music, characterized by a riff or a Rumba with a break or emphasis on 2 and 4 in 4/4 time.
- The Mambo was popularized in the US in the 1950s, particularly in New York City, where it was toned down from its original energetic style.
- The dance has undergone a resurgence in popularity, thanks in part to Eddie Torres, known as the "Mambo King of Latin Dance."
Salsa
- Salsa is a distillation of many Latin and Afro-Caribbean dances, with influences from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and other countries.
- It originated in Cuba, but was developed further in New York City, where it was popularized by musicians such as Tito Puente.
- Salsa has many styles, including Rhumba, Són Montuno, Guaracha, Mambo, Cha cha cha, Danzón, Són, Guaguanco, Cubop, Guajira, Charanga, Cumbia, Plena, Bomba, Festejo, and Merengue.
- The term "Salsa" was coined in New York City to refer to a variety of different music styles from Hispanic countries.
Rueda
- Rueda is a style of Salsa dancing that originated in Cuba in the 1950s.
- It is a group dance, where partners are exchanged in a wheel-like formation, with a leader calling out moves and hand signals are used to communicate.
- Rueda requires a high level of awareness and coordination among dancers to execute complex moves smoothly.
Cha Cha
- Cha Cha is an advanced stage in interpretive social dancing, born from the fusion of progressive American and Latin music.
- It originated in the 1950s, as an offshoot of the Mambo, and is characterized by a triple step (cha cha cha) and two slower steps on the one beat and two beat.
- The purpose of learning Cha Cha is for weight change.
Merengue
- Merengue is the national dance of the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
- There are two forms of Merengue: the Haitian Merengue and the Dominican Merengue.
- The dance is characterized by a slight limp, and is danced in 2/4 time with syncopation of the 1st beat.
- The purpose of learning Merengue is for Cuban motion.
- The dance has its roots in African and French Minuet from the late 1700s to early 1800s.
Bossa Nova
- Bossa Nova is a style of music and dance that originated in Brazil.
- The dance is a combination of Rumba and Samba.
- The purpose of learning Bossa Nova is for timing.
Danzon
- Danzon is a Latin dance with a very formal structure, originating in Cuba and Mexico.
- The dance has an introductory section, followed by a melody, and ends with a lively montuno section.
- The dance is characterized by slow and quick steps, with closed figures during the slower melody, and open figures during the faster montuno section.
Samba
- Samba is a dance and music style that originated in Brazil, with African roots.
- The dance was introduced to the US in the late 1920s and 1930s, and became popular in Europe in the 1940s and 1950s.
- The dance is characterized by fast foot movements, with a bouncy rhythm, and is often performed in partnership.
Swing
- Swing dancing originated in the US in the 1920s and 1930s, influenced by jazz music.
- Lindy Hop is a style of swing dancing that originated in the Savoy Ballroom in New York City.
- East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing are two popular styles of swing dancing, with distinct rhythms and movements.
Note: The above notes are a summary of the text, with a focus on key facts and context.### West Coast Swing
- Quick-Quick-Triple Time-Triple Time is a common underlying rhythm pattern in West Coast Swing.
- The dance allows for improvisation, enabling the follower to take over the lead and control the steps for a short period.
- This unique aspect of West Coast Swing is comparable to instrumental jazz improvisations.
Latin Folkloric Dances
Joropo
- Joropo is the National Dance of Venezuela, established in 1882.
- It is commonly danced in the Plains region of Venezuela.
- The music features maracas, harp, and cuatro (a 4-stringed guitar-like instrument).
- There are 36 variations of the basic step, with different types of Joropo having their own names.
- "Alma Llanera" is the most famous Joropo song, considered the national song of Venezuela.
Fandango
- Fandango refers to both a type of music and dance.
- It is an old dance, with the earliest description dating back to 1712.
- Fandango was popular among the aristocracy in the late 1700s.
- It is often performed at celebrations, such as patron saint days and harvest festivals.
- The dance may start slow and increase in speed, typically featuring a man pursuing a woman in a flirtatious and sensual manner.
San Juanito
- San Juanito is a folkloric dance from Ecuador with multiple variants.
- The dance is performed to music from the Ecuadorian Andes, characterized by 4-beat measures with emphasized beats.
- The music is often played and danced to in festivals.
- San Juanito music is sometimes referred to as the "music from heaven".
Cumbia
- Cumbia emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries among slave populations in coastal Colombian towns.
- The dance originated from African drumming and singing traditions.
- Cumbia is a social and courtship dance, with the name derived from the Guinean dance "cumbè".
- Traditionally, dancers wore white clothing, with women wearing long, multi-layered skirts and men carrying bundles of candles or torches.
- The dance involves couples taking turns dancing flirtatiously in the center, with the man attempting to win favor with the woman by passing her fire from his bouquet of candles.
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Learn about the origins and features of Zumba, a dance fitness program that combines dance and aerobic elements with various music styles.
