Tango is a dance form that originated in the countries of Argentina and Uruguay, specializing in the expression of passion and love between couples.
1. Introduction to Latin Dance
Latin Dance originated in South America, and is known for its fast speed, passionate music, and diverse movements. It includes different kinds of dances such as samba, cha-cha, samba, rumba and so on. All of these dances are colorful, fast-paced and energetic.
2. Origin and Characteristics of Tango
Tango originated in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in the late 19th century, and was initially a popular social dance in the slums, but later developed and expanded to gain wide acclaim worldwide. Tango dance is characterized by steady steps and intense collisions, emphasizing the intercommunication of emotions between partners, and tunes with mournful and romantic emotions.
3. Balance of Control and Freedom
In tango dance, control and freedom is a state of balance. Dancers need to complete movements and techniques under tight control, but at the same time show that the body is free and graceful. This sense of balance is a very important part of tango dance.
4. The similarities and differences between tango and Latin dance
While tango has been categorized as one of the Latin dance genres in its originating region of South America, in fact, it does not belong to the typical Latin dance. Compared to Latin dance, which is characterized by fast and dynamic steps, tango focuses more on the expression of emotions and connotations, and is characterized by more tenderness and a slower tempo.
5. The spread of tango in the world
With more and more people around the world starting to learn and appreciate tango dance, tango has gradually become an international, cross-cultural modern art form, and has been designated by UNESCO as the intangible cultural heritage of mankind. Tango has also become one of the programs of many international dance competitions and is much loved and sought after by young dancers everywhere.
6. Control of the body and release of emotion
Tango dance requires dancers to control the body movement and pace, but also need to release the emotion, showing the body's softness and grace. Because it requires a high degree of body coordination and self-discipline, tango dance can exercise the dancer's balance, flexibility, sense of rhythm and other aspects of the ability, so in recent years it has become one of the popular fitness way.
7. Types of Tango Dance
Tango dance is also divided into several different forms, such as Argentine Tango, Uruguayan Tango, American Tango, Argentine Folk Tango, Tango Nova, etc., each tango has a different style and tune, and therefore attracts many enthusiasts to specialize in the study and research.
In short, tango, as a colorful and affectionate dance form, is not a typical Latin dance, but has become one of the dance genres that dance lovers around the world love and respect with its unique artistic charm and humanistic care.