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Box step is a basic dance step named after the pattern it creates on the floor, which is that of a square or box. It is used in a number of American Style ballroom dances: rumba, [1] waltz, [2] bronze-level foxtrot. While it can be performed individually, it is usually done with a partner. This is the most common dance step in the waltz.
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The leader steps forward on either foot whilst the follower steps backward on the opposing foot (e.g.: the leader steps forward on their right foot whilst the follower steps back on their left). Both partners will then step to the side on the other foot, and conclude the figure by closing the first foot beside the second (hence the name "closed ...
Dance moves or dance steps (more complex dance moves are called dance patterns, [1] [2] dance figures, dance movements, or dance variations) are usually isolated, defined, and organized so that beginning dancers can learn and use them independently of each other. However, more complex movements are influenced by musicality and lyrical relevance ...
The underturned spin is a useful variation on the natural spin turn that allows a leader to navigate a corner. The step is identical to the natural spin turn but only rotates 3 ⁄ 8 of a turn on the pivot (beat 4) instead of 1 ⁄ 2, and 1 ⁄ 4 of a turn on 4 to 6 instead of 3 ⁄ 8. [3] This reduces the total amount of rotation by 1 ⁄ 4 of ...
International Standard Waltz is a waltz dance and danced to slow waltz music, preferably 28 to 30 bars per minute (84 to 90 beats per minute). [1] [2] Waltz music is in 3/4 time and the first beat of a measure is strongly accented. [3]
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In California, the waltz was banned by Mission priests until 1834 because of the "closed" dance position. [22] Thereafter a Spanish Waltz was danced. This Spanish Waltz was a combination of dancing around the room in closed position, and a "formation" dance of two couples facing each other and performing a sequence of steps. [22] "Valse a Trois ...