25 August 2011

Ballroom Dancing is Making Waves

Until recently, ballroom dancing often focused on mental images of couples dancing two inches from their walkers. However, in recent years, ballroom dancing has developed a new image, hipper, sexy and people of all ages are standing and attention.

Films such as Ballroom Dancing and Shall We Dance have greatly contributed to the image of kinder newer than ballroom dancing is developing at the United States. As an art form, dance is a beautiful view of the following. Especially when looking at those who participate in a competitive level.

Because of the rigorous training that is involved in competitive dance, many couples that participate often consider it is a sport more of a style of dance or the mode of artistic expression. Sport dance is often used in reference to the dance in the International Style.

There are many styles of dance that fall under the banner of salon dance. Some of these dances are often considered to be the most beautiful to look at as well as among the most sensual styles of dance on the planet. Only you can decide for yourself if dance is something that might interest you. I do, however, encourage the dance you to review the different styles and themes before unilaterally deciding to exclude all as an interest.

International style

Under the International Style of dance, there are two main categories of dance. They are Standard and Latin. The Standard style is generally marked by Fred and Ginger sort of costume. Hereby, I mean that the dress is very formal with men in coats with tails flowing and jackets, while women wear very elegant dresses in their costumes. Latin dance is much more sensual music, mood and clothing. Men wear tight fitting clothing and women wear very little.

Standard

Not only is the very different style of dance between standard and Latin, but also the styles of dance. Dance show Standard, you can find the following dances: the Quickstep, the slow Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese waltz and Waltz. Tango for of many is the culmination of the Standard event while others have a deep appreciation for the technical qualities of many dance show dance standards.

Latin

For the younger generation, the Latin portion of the competition is the highly anticipated event. The style of dance is very exotic and emotional and incredibly beautiful to look at. The atmosphere of that this style of dance brings not only for the dancers, but the audience also is almost palpable. Latin dance fan favorites include the Cha Cha, Paso Doble, Rumba, Samba, and Jive dance. This form of dance is certainly the idea that the dance has quickly become a sport. The energy required for these dances is phenomenal, as the level of fitness required to wear costumes.

American style

The American standard when it comes to dance is a little different from the International Style. The two categories of American Style are smooth and rhythm. There are other differences as well. In Style International couples must remain in a closed formation. American style dance these requirements are somewhat flexible to allow the creative use of footwork. For Latin or rhythmic dance step patterns are also slightly different in the International Style of dance to show if the sensuality of the music, costumes and movements are very similar.

Smooth

The smooth part of the American Style of dance includes the Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese waltz and the Waltz.

Pace

In American Style dance to the rhythm portion of the dance includes the following: the Bolero, Cha Cha, East Coast Swing, the Mambo and Rumba. The audience still enjoys the intensity of Latin dance and influence Latin, although there are other influences as well. It is always a highly anticipated audience favorite in most competitions.

As you can see, dance took an intensity again in recent years. If you have preconceived ideas of what dance is really, it is time that you have seen for yourself how sensual this style of dance can really be.