Ballroom and Latin dancing popularity has risen in the last several years. People use the Samba and other popular dances to keep in shape.
The Samba originated in Africa, but is associated with Brazil and Rio de Janeiro. It has traditionally been performed on the street. A ring of people would sing, clap their hands and play drums, while two people would engage in an extreme Samba competition, nothing is held back.
The Samba was then performed in the slums surrounding Rio de Janiero. (more…)
So, you’re interested in learning about the core technique of ballet? I will explain to you the core coundational principles on which ballet is based on. Hopefully, you will be a graceful dancer in no time at all. The core ballet technique generally refers to the principles and steps on which Ballet is founded. These include proper posture and lifting as to be more graceful, a technique known as “pulling up”. There are other core techniques of ballet that are crucial to the artform such as being able to point your toe, remaining flexible and maintaining elegant (more…)