the evolution of dance through the years

the evolution of dances through the years

1. The evolution of
dance
Presented by: Claire Gui

2. In 15th century
The ballo first appeared circa 1453 as
danced by Italian courtiers
The variations supported pantomimic
dances (movement phrases
highlighting dramatic storytelling).
As the name “ballo” implies, it was a
precursor to “ballet.”

3. In 16th century
The Nido d’Amore teaches the techniques for all the
Italian dance. It illustrates the social and technical
intricacy of a renaissance dance suite.
The So Ben Mi Chi Ha Bon Tempo was written in Italy, it
shows a multilevel nuanced flirtation between a
Renaissance man and his lady. 

4. In 16th century
The Buffins was created in France.
The Volta (a unique couple’s turning dance) originated in
Italy and became popular in France and England.
The Canari was introduced to Italy from the Canary Islands.

5. Late 17th century & 18th century
The Minuet originated from France.
The name first appears in the king’s
dancing master. It was the most
popular social dance of the courts
during the first third of the 18th
century.
The Contredance is a patterned folk
dance.It is special for its signature
formation: a line of female dancers
faces a line of male dancers. It
related to each member of the group,
via a simple dance combination.

6. Late 17th century & 18th century
The Folies d’Espagne started as
a popular dance tune from
Portugal with a 3/4 time
signature, flourishes for both
musicians and dancers.
The Allemande is a complicated
handholds dance between a man
and woman. It become popular in
France in the late 18th century.
The rhythm, steps and embrace
set the foundation for the Waltz.

7. Late 18th century
The Hornpipe was a popular,
show-off dance, primarily practiced
by British sailors. John Durang,
the first great American dancer
and popular performer, created
Hornpipe dance in Philadelphia
from Canadian and British
immigrants. With its sailor-inspired
moves, it was most popular during
1780-1800.

8. Early 19th century – Regency
The Early Waltz incorporated both the 18th century
Allemande’s arm holds and a new revolutionary dance
form , as a popular newspaper mentioned, or face to face. It
took the basic foot pattern of the minuet and used it as a
turn; the couple spun around the dance floor in mutually
held cooperation.

9. Romantic Era
The Cotillon (Cotillion) derived from certain 18th century
contradances for small groups in a square formation.
The Waltz revolutionized ‘couple dances’ because it was a
“closed dance” in which people danced “arm in arm.” The
excitement of the Industrial Revolution and the romanticism
of the era are reflected in the music and dance of the Waltz.
The Polka is a folk dance.The couple swirls around the
ballroom, as in the Waltz; they are propelled with a simple
chassé step and turning hop.

10. Romantic Era
The Mazurka is a Polish folk dance and couple dances.The
most virtuoso couple dance of the 19th century, its hops
and strong steps retain their rustic origins, and the dance
provides a medium for expression of male strength and
virtuosity.
The Galop (Gallop) originated in France; It is a simple,
traveling couple dance where the man and woman simply
chassé (slides sideward) down the ballroom. 

11. 1910s Ragtime
The Animal Dance craze was directly correlated with the
popularity of ragtime music. Both music and dance reflected
the vibrancy of modern, urban influences.
The Brazilian Tango uses the one step and the two step in
an innovative combination.
With roots in Africa, the Tango traveled to Spain, the
Caribbean, and Argentina.

12. 20th century
1920 Blackbottom Charleston
1930s –Dance Marathon, Movie Musical, Big Apple,
Jitterbug
1940s – Rumba, Swing
1950s Roc ‘N Roll, Mambo
1960s – Twist, Mod, Psychedelic
1970s – Disco
1980s – Breakdance, Punk, Moonwalk
1990s – Vogue, Hip-Hop, Country Western

13. Hip-Hop
Disco
Jitterbug
Break-dance