Stimulus and response in International Standard and Latin Dances Flashcards
These are combinations of different cultures in different timelines, which resulted in their unique form.
Ballroom dances
A lively dance (in 3/4 time signature) done in small steps.
Minuet
A formal dance, wherein partners should always be in a “closed hold position” in performing all figures, while moving together as one unit at all times.
International Standard Dances
It is written in 2/4 time signature rhythm wherein the first beat measure is accented and is performed in a progressive way.
Waltz
It was originally performed only women, but it developed into a couple dance. It was once persecuted for its “obscenity.”
Tango
Waltz is derived from an old German word, ________, which means “to turn, to roll, or to glide.”
walzen
Tango originated in ______________, __________________.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tango is danced in _____ time signature.
2/4
It is characterized by its long and continuous flowing movements with the rhythm in 4/4 time signature.
Foxtrot
It is an energetic, fast-paced dance combined with jumps and kicks with quick steps and syncopated rhythms while still looking smooth and elegant.
Quickstep
Quickstep is danced in ____ time signature.
4/4
The first ballroom dance to execute the “close hold position.”
Viennese waltz
Viennese waltz is danced faster than the Waltz. True or False?
True
Viennese waltz is danced in ____ time signature.
2/4
A partner dance wherein traits such as expressiveness, intensity, energy, and sensuality were obvious.
International Latin Dances
Originating from Cuba, __________ was inspired by a slow version of mambo called “triple mambo” or a mambo with guiro.
Cha-cha
Cha-cha was first introduced in Britain in ________, and in _______, it reached the United States.
1952,1954
Cha-cha is written in cut time with ______ time signature.
4/4
This Latin dance that originated in Brazil is danced in 2/4 time signature, with fast, lively, and syncopated beats associated in carnivals and celebration events.
Samba
Samba is derived from the Angolan term _________, which means “____________________________.”
semba, invitation to dance
It is known by bodily expressions and fascinating rhythms.
Rumba
Rumba is danced in _____ time signature.
4/4
This dance portrays the Spanish bullfight, where the male represents the matador and the woman as the matador’s cape.
Paso doble
Paso doble is also known as “____________________” because it shows arrogant pride and bold decisiveness.
the dance of the master
The dance was influenced by dances such as boogie, jitterbug, bebop, rock and roll, and Lindy hop.
Jive
Jive is danced in _____ time signature.
2/4
