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classification of social dances

1. CLASSIFICATION OF SOCIAL DANCES BY: Samantha Mae M. LATIGAY 9-spj english

2. SOCIAL DANCES -- Social dances are dances that have social functions and context. Social dances are intended for participation rather than performance. They are often danced merely to socialise and for entertainment, though they may have ceremonial, competitive and erotic functions.  Wikipedia -- a non-competitive version of ballroom and latin dancing. It is comprised of all the same dances, like Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, or Cha-Cha, but designed to be used in practical settings like wedding receptions, nightclubs, business functions, or informal gatherings.

3. CLASSIFICATION OF SOCIAL DANCES

4. LATIN AMERICAN DANCES -Latin American dances are a type of ballroom and club dances that spread throughout Europe in the 19th century and became very popular. They owe their wide popularity to curiously mixed cultures of the Americas, including European and local folk dances. -  Latin style has movements that are  passionate, fiery and flashy  . Latin dances are generally faster-paced, more sensual and have more rhythmic expression.  -LATIN DANCES distinguish themselves by the costumes worn by the performers . They are somewhat revealing ,tight fitting , and sexy yet sophisticated in nature. -They are cha-cha- cha , rumba , samba , , paso doble , jive/boogie , swing , merengue , salsa, mambo

5. MODERN STANDARD DANCES - Modern Ballroom, is the term used to describe a collective of dances: Modern Waltz, Quickstep, Slow Foxtrot, Tango, and Viennese Waltz. These five dances are internationally recognised as the Modern Ballroom, or Standard dances for the purpose of competition and teaching diplomas. - The modern standard dances include Waltz , Foxtrot , Tango , Quickstep , and Viennese Waltz . -Standard Dances wear formal , ankle length gown for females and coat and tie for males.

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7. Latin American dances SAMBA - samba, ballroom dance of Brazilian origin, popularized in western Europe and the United States in the early 1940s. Characterized by simple forward and backward steps and tilting, rocking body movements, it is danced to music in 4/4 time with syncopated rhythm. - Samba is a broad term for many of the rhythms that compose the better known  Brazilian   music genres  that originated in the  Afro-Brazilian  communities of  Bahia  in the late 19th century and early 20th century, having continued its development on the communities of  Rio de Janeiro  in the early 20th century, wikipedia

8. CHA-CHA-CHA - The cha-cha-cha, is a dance of Cuban origin. It is danced to the music of the same name introduced by the Cuban composer and violinist Enrique Jorrin in the early 1950s. This rhythm was developed from the danzón-mambo.  Wikipedia - The cha-cha is one of the five main Latin ballroom dances most frequently taught in dance schools around the world. The steps are compact and based partly on the rumba and mambo, with plenty of hip and pelvic movements. The basic forward movement is supplemented with various turns, dips, and slides.

9. RUMBA - R umba, ballroom dance of Afro-Cuban folk-dance origin that became internationally popular in the early 20th century. Best known for the dancers' subtle side to side hip movements with the torso erect, the rumba is danced with a basic pattern of two quick side steps and a slow forward step. - Rumba is often called the “dance of love”, distinguished by it's romantic feel. It is a non=progressive dance with continuous, flowing Cuban motion which gives Rumba its sensual look.

10. SALSA - Salsa is a Latin dance, associated with salsa music, which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York City. Salsa is a mixture of Cuban dances, such as mambo, pachanga, and rumba, as well as American dances such as swing and tap.  Wikipedia - The word salsa itself means spice. Seemingly quite appropriate for this style of dance, salsa dancing tends to exude the spicy blend of cultures from which it came. Originally originating in Cuba and Puerto Rico, salsa dancing has a history of being cultivated into its own style within the Latino community in New York.

11. PASODOBLE - Pasodoble is a fast-paced Spanish military march used by infantry troops. Its speed allowed troops to give 120 steps per minute. This military march gave rise recently to a modern Spanish dance, a musical genre including both voice and instruments, and a genre of instrumental music often played during bullfight.  Wikipedia - The Paso Doble (meaning "double-step" in Spanish) refers to a style of ballroom dancing that began in the 16th century in the country of France. This dance became popular in Spain because it became based on the sound, drama, and movement of the Spanish and Portuguese bullfight.

12. Modern Standard dances SLOW WALTZ - The name Slow Waltz is often used to differentiate it from the Viennese Waltz. Originating in Austria this dance evolved as it travelled through Europe, and takes its name from a German word meaning to glide, roll or turn – all appropriate descriptions for this sophisticated dance. - It was especially popular in south Germany and Austria, where it was known under such different names as Dreher, Ländler, and Deutscher. Danced with a step, slide, and step in 3/4 time, the waltz appeared to represent the new era's ideals of freedom, character, passion, and expressiveness.

13. QUICKSTEP - The quickstep is a light-hearted dance of the standard ballroom dances. The movement of the dance is fast and powerfully flowing and sprinkled with syncopations. The upbeat melodies that quickstep is danced to make it suitable for both formal and informal events.  Wikipedia -  Elegant, smooth, and glamorous, Quickstep is a dynamic, energetic rhythm with dancers moving lightly and freely on their feet. Distinctive to the Quickstep is an up-and-down, rise-and-fall swinging motion performed at a fast pace.

14. TANGO - Tango is characterized by a close hold, a low center of gravity and an emphasis on Contra Body movement. Movement is stealthy, almost cat-like and has an unmistakable staccato feel and major dramatic attitude. The Leader's right arm is further around and lower on the Follower's back than in the other Smooth dances. - Tango is a dance that was invented in Argentina and Uruguay in the late nineteenth century. It was originally popular among the working classes of Central America, but eventually became a dance celebrated throughout the world. It has influenced the creation of many modern music styles.

15. FOXTROT - The foxtrot is a smooth, progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor. It is danced to big band music. The dance is similar in its look to waltz, although the rhythm is in a time signature instead of.  Wikipedia - The foxtrot is a smooth dance where the dancers travel across the dance floor (Bedinghaus). The long walking movements contribute to the iconic rise and fall motion. The footwork is a combination of slow and quick steps. The slow steps take up two beats of the music, and the quick steps take up one beat.

16. VIENNESE WALTZ - Viennese waltz is a genre of ballroom dance. At least four different meanings are recognized. In the historically first sense, the name may refer to several versions of the waltz, including the earliest waltzes done in ballroom dancing, danced to the music of Viennese waltz.  Wikipedia - The Viennese Waltz is the oldest of the ballroom dances still practiced today. Originally a folk dance in rural Austria and Germany, it's a fast, vibrant and sometimes dizzying dance that requires quick but smooth and elegant turns.

17. OTHER LATIN DANCES