Waltzing it Easy
When the Waltz stormed England in the early 1800?s, the suggestive dance ignited a storm of controversy. The Waltz was the first dance where the male actually held his female partner at close quarters and led her through what was considered to be a series of suggestive movements.
In a successful Waltz, the movements of each dancer compliment the other. The woman always mirrors the male?s leading steps. The male leads the woman through boldly romantic steps, which explains why the dance has become so popular with brides or couples who want to share a memorable dance.
The earliest versions of the waltz were found in a 17th century country folk dance developed in Austria and Bulgaria. The dance quickly spread through Europe, to England and even to the U.S. By the mid 1800?s each group had begun to develop variations of the dance. The dance was considered a very upbeat tempo.
When the waltz arrived in the U.S. in the mid 1800?s, composers slowed the pace. Slower turns and longer gliding movements characterized the newest version, which was aptly name the Boston. Enthusiasm for the Boston faded but evolved into the new American Style Waltz.
Ever since the English and Americans have branded their separate versions of the Slow Waltz. The English changes resulted in the International Slow Waltz just as the American Style Waltz became distinguished for the dance?s more theatrical movements.
The Viennese Waltz was popularized by composer Johann Strauss in the 1800?s. All three versions of the Waltz are extremely popular today. The turn and gliding movements of the dance are used in all versions but are treated differently. All Waltz movements should be progressive and filled with long, flowing movements highlighted by continuous turns. All versions of the Waltz feature rise and fall actions.
The American Waltz is performed to a slow rhythm and is accentuated with theatrical spins and dramatic under arm moves. The American Waltz must always be fluid and melodic.
The International Slow Waltz embraces long, flowing movements and emphasizes many turns that add drama to the dance. The very slow tempo allows for powerful movements and retention of perfect form.
The Viennese Waltz is a faster dance. The music includes many orchestral sounds with no percussion sounds. The steps are shorter but more robust than steps in other Waltz versions.
Whichever waltz you prefer, the position of the frame and the head are similar to all three varieties. This proper positioning allows for the close quarter movements and glorious intimacy unique to a properly performed waltz. - 18758
In a successful Waltz, the movements of each dancer compliment the other. The woman always mirrors the male?s leading steps. The male leads the woman through boldly romantic steps, which explains why the dance has become so popular with brides or couples who want to share a memorable dance.
The earliest versions of the waltz were found in a 17th century country folk dance developed in Austria and Bulgaria. The dance quickly spread through Europe, to England and even to the U.S. By the mid 1800?s each group had begun to develop variations of the dance. The dance was considered a very upbeat tempo.
When the waltz arrived in the U.S. in the mid 1800?s, composers slowed the pace. Slower turns and longer gliding movements characterized the newest version, which was aptly name the Boston. Enthusiasm for the Boston faded but evolved into the new American Style Waltz.
Ever since the English and Americans have branded their separate versions of the Slow Waltz. The English changes resulted in the International Slow Waltz just as the American Style Waltz became distinguished for the dance?s more theatrical movements.
The Viennese Waltz was popularized by composer Johann Strauss in the 1800?s. All three versions of the Waltz are extremely popular today. The turn and gliding movements of the dance are used in all versions but are treated differently. All Waltz movements should be progressive and filled with long, flowing movements highlighted by continuous turns. All versions of the Waltz feature rise and fall actions.
The American Waltz is performed to a slow rhythm and is accentuated with theatrical spins and dramatic under arm moves. The American Waltz must always be fluid and melodic.
The International Slow Waltz embraces long, flowing movements and emphasizes many turns that add drama to the dance. The very slow tempo allows for powerful movements and retention of perfect form.
The Viennese Waltz is a faster dance. The music includes many orchestral sounds with no percussion sounds. The steps are shorter but more robust than steps in other Waltz versions.
Whichever waltz you prefer, the position of the frame and the head are similar to all three varieties. This proper positioning allows for the close quarter movements and glorious intimacy unique to a properly performed waltz. - 18758
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