Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Country of Origin:
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Style of dancing: -
Partners (male/female) in a close hold Walking steps Upper body remains upright Sometimes fast, jerky moves including head snaps Woman makes fast kicks and intertwines legs with partner
Musical characteristics: -
2 or 4 beats in a bar Moderate tempo Dotted rhythms, syncopation Strongly accented notes Contrasting effects such as sustained notes and staccato Minor key Harmony can include rich jazzy chords (with 7ths and 9ths) Melody can include chromatic notes Traditional instruments include: bandoneon (accordion), violin, piano, bass, castanets Additional jazz instruments include: trumpets, trombones, saxophones, bass guitar and a range of percussion