Never Waltz Like You Did Before
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.
Actually, the waltz has its roots in an Austrian-Bulgarian 17th century country folk dance. By the middle of the 18th century, the popular dance had spread throughout Europe. The country folk dance connection explains the upbeat tempo of the very movable Waltz. In Europe, the waltz music was greatly influenced by Johann Strauss in the 1800?s.
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.
Meanwhile, the English were busy branding their version of the Waltz. The English changes resulted in the International Slow Waltz. The steps were precise and dramatic. At the same time, the new American Style Waltz incorporated 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 consists of long, flowing moves, which are highlighted by many turns. The slow tempo enables powerful movements by both dancers while maintaining that perfect form.
The Viennese Waltz is fast by comparison. Johann Strauss is the most revered of Viennese Waltz composers. The music is characterized by orchestral sounds and very little use of percussion instruments. The movements are shorter and robust.
All Waltzes provide a well-framed position with the head position similar to all three dances. This positioning allows for the close quarter movements and glorious intimacy unique to a properly performed waltz. - 18780
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.
Actually, the waltz has its roots in an Austrian-Bulgarian 17th century country folk dance. By the middle of the 18th century, the popular dance had spread throughout Europe. The country folk dance connection explains the upbeat tempo of the very movable Waltz. In Europe, the waltz music was greatly influenced by Johann Strauss in the 1800?s.
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.
Meanwhile, the English were busy branding their version of the Waltz. The English changes resulted in the International Slow Waltz. The steps were precise and dramatic. At the same time, the new American Style Waltz incorporated 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 consists of long, flowing moves, which are highlighted by many turns. The slow tempo enables powerful movements by both dancers while maintaining that perfect form.
The Viennese Waltz is fast by comparison. Johann Strauss is the most revered of Viennese Waltz composers. The music is characterized by orchestral sounds and very little use of percussion instruments. The movements are shorter and robust.
All Waltzes provide a well-framed position with the head position similar to all three dances. This positioning allows for the close quarter movements and glorious intimacy unique to a properly performed waltz. - 18780
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