Dance Flashcards
What is Latin Dance?
It is an umbrella term used to describe the Latin-American dances.
What is dance?
It is an expression of rhythmic movements accompanied by music or songs.
Latin Mambo is generally called…
Salsa
“Latin” meaning?
Ballroom version of mambo
“Salsa” meaning?
Street version
What is street dance?
Street dance is a modern version of disco dancing and has become a dance craze among teens.
Street dance emerged in?
Street dance emerged in the poor districts of New York City early 70s.
It is a characteristic of breakdance which is characterized by solid, strong, and energetic movements.
Acrobatic movements
What is guaracha?
It is a lively Cuban song and dance of Spanish origin. It is danced by the more expert and agile dancers, performed in 2/4 time.
What is samba?
It is the most popular dance in Brazil. It came from African rhythms and movements.
What is Mardi Gras Festival?
It is a pre-Lenten festival in which groups of people dress in elaborate costumes and parade through the streets.
What is Tango?
It was originally thought in Buenos Aires. It is a dance of secrets, mystery and emotions. It is the ultimate dance between a man and woman.
What is salsa?
It is a form of round dance; a group dances in circle.
Word meaning salsa in the round.
Casino Rueda
What is rumba?
It is a sensuous, emotional dance involving the creative use of hips and arms.
