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Tango
The Tango is one of the most beautiful of all the dances. It
is characterized by earthy and dramatic movements.
History:
The Tango began
in the West Indies and found its way to Argentina where it was stylized by
the Gauchos. It became the rage in 1921 after the silent screen star Rudolph
Valentino brought this romantic dance to millions in "The Four Horsemen of
the Apocalypse". More recently, it has been danced in movies such as Scent
of a Woman and Shall we Dance. Today, the Tango is considered the "dancer's
dance" and becomes a favourite of all who learn it.
Music:
Tango music is
usually written in 2/4 or 4/4 timing. The first teaching rhythm in tango is
slow, slow, quick, quick, slow.
Characteristics:
The hold in
Tango is more compact than in other moving dances. The walk in Tango differs
from walks in other dances in that it is a staccato action obtained by
delaying the follow through of the free leg and foot.
Teaching
Elements:
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