Learn to dance Bolero; Dance Lessons: Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Santa Barbara, Sherman Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Upland, Ventura, Westlake Village, and Woodland Hills, CA

Bolero: The romantic Bolero is the slowest of the Latin dances. It combines controlled movement with dramatic expression of the music.

History:

The Bolero has the same Afro-Cuban roots as the Rumba and is thought to have originated from Cuban or spanish folk dances such as Danzon and Beguine.

Music:

The Bolero is usually played in 4/4 time and its tempo is slower than that of the Rumba. While Rumba music is very rhythmical, the lyrical Bolero sounds more like a Latin Ballad.

Characteristics:

The Bolero has some different characteristics from its Cuban relative the Rumba. Its long sweeping side steps and use of rise and fall create a softness that makes this dance unique among the Rhythm dances. The expanding and contracting dance position makes a very dramatic and romantic statement.

Teaching Elements:

Rise & Fall--Learn grace and poise through balance
Lead & Follow--Develop arm and hand connections
Timing--Learn the control necessary for slow music
Arm Styling--Create contrasting speed of arms and hands
Footwork--Develop the use of knees and ankles to create soft movement
Compare/Contrast--Waltz, Rumba, Tango

Bolero songs and artists include:

Con Los Anos Que Me Quedan - Gloria Estefan
Perfidia - Nat King Cole
Sin Excusas Ni Rodeos - Julio Iglesias
From Here to Eternity - Frank Sinatra

Learning the Bolero can be easy and fun. Please contact one of our Southern California Studios to schedule your first lesson today!! Click on any of the following locations to send us an email: Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Santa Barbara, Sherman Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Upland, Ventura, Westlake Village, or Woodland Hills.

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