1, different kinds of dances
Latin dance is a kind of competitive sports dance, which is characterized by strong explosive force, strong style and skill. International standard Latin dance is standardized, strict and standard. It is a professional competitive dance based on Latin dance. There are five Latin dances: rumba, cha-cha, samba, swing dance and bullfighting. Five Latin dances have their own styles: samba's passion, cha-cha's liveliness, rumba's elegance, bullfighting, and cowboy's fun. Different styles, the most important thing is to grasp the connotation.
Folk dance is a dance form created, accumulated and developed by working people in the long historical process and widely circulated among the masses. Folk dance is closely related to people's lives. It directly reflects the life and struggle of working people, and shows their thoughts, feelings, ideals and wishes. Due to the differences in people's way of life and work, historical and cultural mentality, customs and habits, and natural environment, different national styles and regional characteristics have been formed.
2. Different origins
The origin of Latin dance can be traced back to a very complicated way. Each of its dances originated from different countries with different backgrounds, histories and development processes, but most of them originated from the United States, and they are the fusion of three cultures.
Folk dance generally refers to a kind of dance form which is produced and spread among the people, restricted by folk culture, improvised but relatively stable in style, with self-entertainment as its main function. Folk dances in different regions, countries and nationalities are influenced by living environment, customs, lifestyle, national character, cultural traditions, religious beliefs and other factors, as well as the physiological conditions such as the age and gender of performers, and there are obvious differences in performance skills and styles.
3. Practice methods are different.
The most important thing in Latin dance is emotion, not only dance, but also music. The lingering rumba is just cheerful, the samba is unrestrained, the bullfight is fierce and the cowboy is lively. It is a combination of dance and music, so you should have feelings. Basic skills are also very important, although not as beautiful as routines, but they are the foundation. When teaching basic movements, teachers must pay attention to the strength of teachers' feet, hips and shoulders, and pay attention to details, so that they can feel.
The main feature of folk dance is the close combination of dance and singing. This kind of song and dance form is free, vivid and lively, and it is easier to show more life content than simple dance, and it is easy to understand, so it is deeply loved by the broad masses of people in our country. Clever use of props and combination of skills. Many folk dances in China skillfully use props, such as fans, handkerchiefs, long silks, tambourines, single drums, Hua Gun, lanterns and umbrellas. It greatly strengthens the artistic expression ability of dance and makes the dance movements more beautiful and colorful.
International standard Latin dance also refers to sports dance, which is divided into rumba, cha-cha, cowboy, samba and bullfighting. Associations are divided into: World Sports Dance Federation (WDSF) and World International Standard Dance Federation (WDC), China International Standard Dance Federation (CBDF), China Sports Dance Federation (CDSF) and other associations.
Latin dance is a kind of competitive sports dance, which is characterized by strong explosive force, strong style and skill. It has a lot of space for competitive sports and dancing, and now it has entered the official competition of the Asian Games. Latin Dance officially applied to enter the Olympic Games on 20 14 and12, and is now in the examination and approval stage. WDSF Association, the highest event of Latin dance every year, will choose different events among member countries all over the world. WDC will hold Blackpool Dance Festival in Britain, which is very popular among Europeans.
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International standard Latin dance is standardized, strict and standard. It is a professional competitive dance based on Latin dance. There are five Latin dances: rumba, cha-cha, samba, swing dance and bullfighting. Five Latin dances have their own styles: samba's passion, cha-cha's liveliness, rumba's elegance, bullfighting, and cowboy's fun. Different styles, the most important thing is to grasp the connotation.
They originated from different countries and regions, standardized and developed in Britain in the early 20th century, and quickly became popular in many countries. At that time, bars in social places were very popular forms of social entertainment; Great Shanghai in the 1930s and 1940s was also very popular. Later, it became an international competition through the unified norms of the Royal Association of Dance Teachers, which has continued to this day. Among them, the famous events are Blackpool Dance Festival (78th), British International Championship (5 1), British International Open and German World Dance Championship.
The specific introduction of Latin ballroom dancing is:
Latin is divided into children and adults, and those who have studied rumba and cha-cha routines get bronze medals; Learned rumba, cha-cha, cowboy routines and won the silver medal; Learned rumba, cha-cha, cowboy and samba to win gold medals; I have studied rumba, cha-cha, cowboy, samba, and bullfighting routines, and I can take the gold star grade. Next, the second and third grades of Venus will be tested by practice time. Of course, there are also those who only learn rumba, cha-cha, cowboy and samba routines and go to the Venus level, which depends on personal qualifications. Of course, you have to have a solid foundation to take the exam.
rumba
Rumba originated in Cuba, the music is 4/4 beat, and the rhythm is, two, three, four, one. One beat for each digital station. The speed is about 27 bars per minute. Rumba dance is characterized by lingering music, gentle dancing and graceful dance steps. Cubans are used to walking with things on their heads, and they adjust their pace by twisting their crotch to both sides to keep their balance. Rumba's dance steps inherited this feature. The original dance style blends into the modern mood. The movements are stretching, touching and charming, and the dance is lyrical, romantic and beautiful. Accompanied by touching and euphemistic music, dance is full of romantic atmosphere.
The most representative dance in Latin dance is rumba, which is known as the "soul of Latin". People who learn Latin dance usually learn rumba as the first dance. Rumba is a kind of dance that expresses the love story between men and women, so its music is soft and touching, and its movements can make female companions fully show the feminine charm and the curvy beauty of hips and hips. It is very beautiful to be at arm's length between men and women. Another representative dance-Chicha originated in Mexico. Although there are many similarities with rumba, it is playful and cheerful, completely different from rumba style, with smart and handsome movements and full of vitality.
Qiaqia (Qiaqia)
It originated in Mexico, and the music is 4/4 beat, and the speed is about 3 1 bar per minute. The rhythm is, two, three, cha-cha and one. Each number represents a beat, which is exactly half of it. Chen Wenjing Cha, interesting music, strong sense of rhythm, many fancy dances, neat and compact steps, lively and lovely to jump, all over the world!
Cowboy (swing dance)
Cowboys originated in America and developed from a dance called "jitterbug". The jive dance cancelled all the difficult movements in Jiteba and added some skills. The earliest record of swing dance is a book about swing dance published in Europe by Victor Sylvester, a London dance teacher, in 1944. Pop, rock and roll and American swing dance all have certain influences on swing dance.
Swing dance is a fast-paced and physically exhausting dance. The reason why the jive dance is arranged at the end of the competition is that the contestants must let the audience feel that they are still not tired after the first four dances, and they can still meet new challenges with great investment. It is very popular in the southern United States. In swing dancing, the joints of hands and feet are relaxed and free, the body naturally shakes, the steps are easy, and the partners constantly change positions and turn around. Its music beat is 4/4 beats, and the speed is about 43 bars per minute. It is precisely because of its cheerful music, funny dance and lively and light pace that it has been recognized by more and more people.
Samba (samba)
Samba originated in Brazil, and the music is 4/4 or 2/4 beats, and the speed is about 5 1 bar per minute. Samba dance, with warm music, dynamic dance state and changeable dance steps, is deeply loved by people!
bullfight dance
Bullfighting originated in France and developed in Spain. Its music is 2/4 beats, and the speed is about 62 bars per minute. People have a special liking for bullfighting dance because of its majestic music, bold dance style and strong and exciting pace.
This is a Spanish March, with majestic music and masculine dance style. Bullfighting dance is used everywhere in Spain instead of marching dance. Bullfighting dance is a dance evolved under the influence of bullfighting. The brass band above the entrance of the bullfighting arena always plays a March, which is the so-called bullfighting dance music in Spain, and the inspiration for the formation of bullfighting dance comes from this music. It is also because of this music that bullfighting itself is inspired. In short, the bullfighting dance is an interpretation of the bullfighting scene; Male dancers can be compared to bullfighters, while female dancers represent red cloaks to attract the attention of bulls.
Aerobic Latin dance
Modern people like innovation, and the simple traditional fitness exercise can't meet their needs more and more, so new Latin dance elements are added to it. People can feel the heat of Latin and keep fit, which can be described as the best of both worlds. Traditional Latin dance originated in Africa and Latin America, and has the characteristics of enthusiasm, boldness and romance. Its dance movements are bold and rough, the speed is changeable, the gestures and steps are rich, the passion is full, and the music rhythm is bright and powerful. Latin dance became "aerobic Latin" after it was introduced into the gym.
This name suddenly expresses the idea that Latin dance is a way of fitness. It's not the same as the national Latin dance. On the basis of aerobic exercise, it is more interesting and has a wider scope of application by incorporating passionate Latin. And there is a big difference between aerobic Latin dance and Latin dance. Latin dance expresses more emotions and is too passionate, while aerobic Latin retains the health and boldness of Latin, removes complexity and exaggeration, and prefers sports. As long as the body is healthy, the general public can practice, and it is suitable for a wide range of ages.
Finally, regarding the dress requirements of Latin dance, because it is characterized by leisure, romance and informality, we should pay attention to the matching of styles, patterns and Latin dance when wearing it, and pay attention to the overall coordination and matching with the colors and sizes of shoes when wearing it.
Folk dance generally refers to a kind of dance form which is produced and spread among the people, restricted by folk culture, improvised but relatively stable in style, with self-entertainment as its main function. Folk dances in different regions, countries and nationalities are influenced by living environment, customs, lifestyle, national character, cultural traditions, religious beliefs and other factors, as well as the physiological conditions such as the age and gender of performers, and there are obvious differences in performance skills and styles. Folk dance has the characteristics of simplicity, various forms, rich content and vivid image. It has always been an indispensable source of materials for classical dance, folk dance, palace dance and professional dance creation in various countries.
National folk dance is a multi-level concept and flexible interface, which can accommodate various degrees of processing. National dance is the symbol of a nation (such as peacock dance, which belongs to national dance) and the soul of a nation and even a country. It requires artists to re-create, from folk to folk, and finally back to folk. The advantages of practicing folk dance are: 1, with strong interest; 2. Cultivate the dancer's temperament; 3, make people feel happy; 4, good for body and mind.