Written Report

Group 1

Agustino, Abegail L.
Albufera, Mary Hazael Grace E.
Andoni, Nerichel G.
Balawang, Elyza Anne B.
Bebanco, Ma. Ryza Rianna O.
Beguiras, Clarenz C.
Bermejo, Aviona Bianca M.
Bruan, Abby Marie E.
Caballes, Mariel Vivien A.
Santillan, Arnaldo D.
Siervo, Adrian M.
WALTZ
DEFINITION:
The waltz is a ballroom dance performed in triple time, usually in closed form, by a couple who
turns rhythmically around the dance floor in an elegant motion.

HISTORY:
 Waltz is the oldest of the current ballroom dances. First waltzes were danced in the
location of today's Germany and Austria, back in 13th century. The style was
immediately picked up by other nations, who each created it's own form and style of the
dance.
 The name ‘Waltz’ comes from an old German word walzen, meaning to roll, turn, or
glide. Waltz was the first dance in which the man and lady danced with body contact, and
was considered quite scandalous in its day. It was immensely popular all across Europe,
first with the lower classes and then with the aristocracy. Waltz features a lovely, elegant
rise-and-fall action, ¾ time music and a 1-2-3 rhythm.
 Waltz is characterized by rise and fall and by sway on the side steps. The feet remain in
contact with the floor at all times, creating a smooth, gliding look. Waltz is a progressive
dance down the line of dance (counter-clockwise) and the Waltz frame is the typical
Smooth frame essential for balance and control. Waltz has an elegant gracefulness with a
romantic and sometimes sad, feel.
 The waltz was given a tremendous boost around 1830 by two great Austrian composers –
Franz Lanner and Johann Strauss. These two composers were by far the most popular
during the nineteenth century: they set the standard for the Viennese Waltz, (a very fast
version of the waltz).
 During the later part of the 19th Century, waltzes were being written to a slower tempo
than the original Viennese rhythm. Around the close of the 19th Century, two
modifications of the waltz developed in the United States. The first was the “Boston”, a
slower waltz with long gliding steps; there were fewer and slower turns and more forward
and backward movement than in the Viennese Waltz. This version eventually stimulated
the development of the English or International Style which continues today.
 The American Style Waltz is similar to the International Style except the American Style
has open dance positions and the dancers legs pass instead of close. The second
modification was the “Hesitation Waltz”, which involves taking one step to three beats of
the measure. Although the “Hesitation Waltz” is no longer danced, some of its step
patterns are still in use today. The Waltz dominated much of the European and American
dance scene until the First World War when the Tango and Foxtrot enraptured a whole
new generation.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF WALTZ:

1. Country, or folk waltz moves at a faster tempo than the other styles. The music still has the
same time signatures and beat measures, but it moves much faster. This style of waltz
features several different types of steps within one song, including the side by side
maneuvers that are more commonly seen in country-western line dancing.
2. Ballroom waltz is what most people think of when they hear the word “waltz.” The music is
slower than that used for the country waltz, but the steps are very similar, with the exception
of the side-by-side components. The ballroom waltz can be broken down into American and
International styles. Beginners are usually taught the ballroom waltz before any of the other
varieties.
3. American waltz is a type of ballroom waltz. It is done to the same styles of music, and
usually consists of six total steps that are repeated over the course of the song. The main
difference between the American and International styles of waltz lies in the fact that the
American style has dancers moving right-left-right.
4. International Style waltz is very similar to the American style. It uses the same six steps
and combinations. However, unlike the American style, the steps go left-right-left.
5. Viennese waltz is the original style that was practiced in Europe. This is one of the more
complicated types of the dance, as it requires the dancer to move very quickly and
incorporates a number of very fast turns. Because of this, the Viennese waltz is best left to
more advanced dancers

EXAMPLES:
Here's the Youtube link that shows the video examples:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WUGxR910Ss https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=0xvQp75-AlE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BudVmlnW8GA

BASIC STEPS:
Waltz is an elegant ballroom dance that is danced with a partner to 3 count music. It is danced to
a slow tempo and uses “the box step” a.k.a. “the basic step”

1. Step forward with your left foot. Land softly on your heel and roll it to the ball of the
foot
2. Step to the side with your right foot so that it is parallel to your left foot. Your feet
should be side by side, a bit more than shoulder-width apart.
3. Move your left foot together to your right foot. Your feet should be touching and side
by side with each other.
4. Step backward with your right foot. Keep your upper body straight and relaxed and
release the toe of your left foot to allow for an easier big step.
5. Step to the side with your left foot so it is parallel to your right foot. Again, your feet
should be side by side a bit wider than shoulder-width apart.
6. Move your right foot together to your left foot. Your feet should be touching and side
by side with each other.

This will finish and close the “box step” a.k.a. “basic steps” of the Waltz. This can be
repeated over and over but will ensure that you remain in one area on the dance floor.
TANGO
DEFINITION:
The Tango is a dramatic dance style that is popular in the United States and all over the world. It
is characterized by sharp, staccato movements and a passionate attitude.

HISTORY:
 The history of tango can be traced all the way back to 18th century Argentina where a
mix of influences brought by European immigrants, South American natives and dances
of former African slaves in their candombe ceremonies brought the rise of the new type
of partner dance that was practiced almost exclusively by the poor and lower class. ]
 The popularity of this dance grew at a steady pace, especially in the lower-class districts
of the cities such as Buenos Aires and Montevideo (Uruguay). It is important to mention
that several types of tango dance existed then, with only one of them managing to find
wide popularity outside of the lower class (in a dance that is today referred as tango
criollo or authentic tango).
 The origin of the word “tango” comes from the words tango/tambo which was used in the
region around the basin of River Plata to describe the musical gatherings of slaves. With
this term started being used for more types of musical gatherings, it eventually became a
synonym of the popular tango dance. The earliest written record of the word tango comes
from the year 1789, in a colonial government proclamation that attempted to ban these
musical gatherings.
 Tango dance is one the most famous partner dances that emphasizes the vibrant and
playful style of movement, rich expressions, improvisation and requires close connection
and passion between dancers.
 The core concept of the tango dance revolves around leader and follower, where the
leader through their embrace gives openings to the follower what to do, and the follower
then chooses how he will respond. The end result of this cooperative process can be a
highly improvisational dance that fully captivates the attention of both the dancers and
spectators. The attire of the tango dancers is also important because it significantly
impacts the visual appeal of the dance, most notably with female dancers promoting their
elegance and sexuality by performing the passionate tango dance routines while wearing
revealing clothing and high heels.
 Since tango is highly improvisational, personal and impulsive, it is not strange that it has
managed to quickly evolve from its traditional form into dozens of styles that are today
practiced all around the world
 Style of tango is also distinguished in the way the dancers are supporting their center of
gravity. In Argentine and Uruguayan tango, dancers first move their chests, and then their
feet reach to support them. Ballroom dancing, however, uses a different style, where feet
move first, and then the center body mass moves . Other styles involve differences in step
movements, timings, speed, the character of movement and following of the rhythm. The
embrace of the dancers (called “frame”) which can be tight, loose, in “V” shape or others,
can also change from style to style, and even change several times during a single dance
routine.
Different Types of Tango
1. Ballroom tango - The most famous international version of tango, that originated from
Europe and managed to become a famously simplified tango style that is used in
competitions. The American version of this dance is used only as an ordinary social
dance.
2. Salon tango (Tango de salon) - Not a specific tango style per se, but a tango that was
first played in dance halls of Buenos Aires during the Golden Age of Tango (1935-1952).
3. Argentine tango (Tango canyengue) - One of the original types of tango that contains
all the fundamental elements of the 19th-century traditional Argentine tango styles.

EXAMPLES:
Here's the Youtube link that shows the video examples:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMyS5tjIZfA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNRp4PSANwg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_QPmWI2qYw

BASIC STEPS:
The easiest way to remember the basic tango dance step is to think of the acronym T-A-
N-G-O, since there are five parts to the basic. At the same time, the steps have a rhythm and
duration that goes as follows: "Slow…slow…quick-quick-slow…"

Like many ballroom dances, the lead and follow mirror each other's steps in the basics.
Many of the more complicated tango dance steps give each part their own specific roles to play.
The lead also always begins with the left foot, the follow with the right, and the lead steps are
"heel leads" - that is, the heel of the foot comes down first, not the toe.

1. T (slow): the lead steps forward with the left foot, the follow mirrors by stepping back
with the right.
2. A (slow): the lead steps forward with the right foot, mirrored again by the follower's
right.
3. N (quick): the lead steps forward again with the left, a slightly smaller step, preparing to
step to the side with the right.
4. G (quick): the lead steps to the right with the right foot, using a technique known as
"collecting" the foot. This simply means that the right foot comes up alongside the left
before stepping to the right, and doesn't move in the diagonal.
5. O (slow): probably the most sultry step in the basic, this is a slow almost-drag of the left
foot towards the right, ready to begin the basic again. For the following, it's the joining of
the right foot to the left with a slow, deliberate motion.
VIENNESE WALTZ
DEFINITION:
The Viennese Waltz is a classic dance style that is featured in many romantic movies and
animated films. It is characterized by sweeping, graceful turns that rotate quickly around the
floor. Although it shares many similarities to the slow Waltz, it is danced at a much faster tempo
—twice the speed of the slow Waltz.

HISTORY:
 The Viennese Waltz is the oldest form of ballroom dance. It emerged in the 18th century
around 1750. Its precursors originate back to the 12th century to a dance of the Middle
Ages known as the Round. The final turn of the dancing couple in the Round was the
highlight of the dance, and this complete turn became characteristic of the Viennese
Waltz. The ¾ time that makes Viennese waltz possible dates back at least as far as 1679
when “Das Lied vom lieben Augustin” was written.
 Viennese Waltz developed more directly from the Landler, the Deutscher, the Dreher and
the Schleifer. These were local folk dances in Bavaria and Austria in the 18th century.
When those living in the cities adopted these dances, their character changed immensely.
They changed both musically as well as in the choreography.
 The tempo of the dance became much faster, and graceful gliding replaced the popular
hopping movement of the folk dances.
 The dance moved from the country dance halls to the ballrooms of high society and the
Viennese Waltz was born. At the time, it was only known as “waltz”, but the later
introduction of the slower waltz was the reason why the faster original version was
renamed and differentiated by as “Viennese Waltz” after its place of origin.
 The Viennese Waltz arrived to England after the war of 1812. In 1814, the Viennese
Waltz was said to assist putting the ambassadors to the Congress of Vienna in the frame
of mind to amicably settle the chaos left after Napoleon’s first retirement.
 The Viennese Waltz has held a strong history in Vienna where there are still about 300
public dance balls held within the first three months of the year. Some balls have an
attendance of up to 5000 dancers in this city of only 1.5 million.
 Prior to the birth of Viennese Waltz, the aristocrats cultivated slow dances at their courts
with very rigid and strictly bound ceremonies that did not permit any liberties.
 The Viennese Waltz offered a more liberal lifestyle compared to the rigid manners of
aristocratic dances. Viennese Waltz allowed dancers to drop their composure and free
their emotions. Initially, these liberties presented by Viennese Waltz were considered
very scandalous. Women’s ankles were exposed as they danced around the floor and
couples embraced too closely for social approval. This is why the dance was even banned
for some time. Eventually the Viennese Waltz took the ballrooms by storm and gained so
much popularity that even the high societies also accepted the dance with enthusiasm.
The dance was finally able to slowly, but surely, gain acceptance into the courts.
 The style of Viennese Waltz was shaped in Habsburgian, Vienna. It was there that the
movement evolved and classical musicians took up the Waltz rhythm. In the 19thcentury,
many variants of the Viennese Waltz emerged including the Polish Mazurka Waltz, the
Hungarian Waltz, the Mexican Waltz, The French Waltz and the Musette Waltz. The
Viennese Waltz continued to gain popularity throughout the 20th century and into the
21stcentury. Viennese Waltz is now recognized as a ballroom dance staple around the
world.

EXAMPLES:
Here's the Youtube link that shows the video examples:

https://youtu.be/vZnQf2fIIrU

https://youtu.be/GuD57omsMsA

https://youtu.be/tRTVoN95miM

BASIC STEPS:
The Viennese waltz is a whirling dance in three-four time.

1. The dancer steps forward with his right foot - or his left foot for a reverse turn
between his partner's legs. This initiates a lesser or stronger turn depending on whether
one wants to waltz in a straight line or to take a bend.
2. On the count of 2, the dancer circles his partner, thus leading the dancing couple
into a sidewards rotation. The larger this step is, the further the couple goes forward on
the line of dance with each turn.
3. The third step completes the first half of the circle: the moving foot joins the other
one so that both feet are closely parallel. For a very short time, the dancing couple - as
well as each dancer individually stands in balance. This third step is especially important
for controlling the rotation and the orientation on the dance floor.
4. Both dancers exchange roles: the one who danced backwards on steps 1 to 3 now
takes the active role and dances the same steps that her partner just danced. The one
who dances backwards supports his partner, and it is particularly important that he should
adapt the size of his steps to the size of his partner's steps.
5. The backwards dancer should not step too far away, as his dancing partner is about
to circle him (see second step). If both dancers maintain a correct posture and reduce as
much as possible the space between them, the backwards dancer will be able to feel the
movements of his partner and thus anticipate the length of her steps.
6. The sixth and last step completes the circle. It is a closing step - just like the third step
with again the same temporary balance that enables the dancers to control both their
rotation and their forward movement on the dance floor.

The Viennese waltz can be danced in natural turns (turning to the right) or reverse turns
(turning to the left). For a reverse turn, the third step will not be a closing step but a crossing of
the feet.
REFERENCES:
https://www.bellaballroom.com/dance-lessons/ballroom-dancing/viennese-waltz/

https://www.scribd.com/document/538461682/PE-2-module-for-college

https://studioaccessballroom.com/how-to-waltz-basic-step/

http://www.walzerkurse.at/waltz-basic-step.html

https://www.arthurmurraydancenow.com/blog/dance-style-spotlight-waltz

https://kids.lovetoknow.com/activities-kids-do-at-home/tango-dance-steps

https://www.elitedancestudio.net/blogs/from-folk-dance-to-ballroom-5-different-waltz-styles/

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