Dance - Mapeh

• Dance - An art involves movement through rhythm and is often accompanied by music.
• Social Dance or Ballroom Dance - A dance which is intended for socialization who are present in a social event.
• Ballroom dance - A social and partner dance.
• Festival Dance - A dance suitable for special occasions and festivities.
• Ceremonial or Religious Dance -A dance performed in a religious ceremony or ritual.
• Occupational Dance - A dance that portrays work and labor.
• Courtship Dance - A dance for courting and showing one's interest of having someone for marriage.
• War Dance -A dance for battle and war engagement.
• Interpretative or Creative Dance - A dance in which the dancer's movements interpret or depict or tell a story and emotion.
• Latin American Dances:

  Cha-cha-cha - Cuba

  Samba - Brazil

  Pasodoble - Spain

  Jive/Boogie - USA

  Swing - USA

  Merengue - Dominican

  Salsa - Cuba

  Mambo - Cuba
• Latin American Costumes - Somewhat revealing, tight-fitting, sexy yet sophisicated in nature
• Latin American Dances:

  Slow Waltz - Australia

  Tango - Argentina

  Viennese walt - Vienna

  Foxtrot - USA

  Quickstep - USA
• Modern Dance Costumes - Formal, ankle-length gowns for females and coat and tie for males.
• Cha-cha-cha was founded by Enrique Jorrin.
• Cha cha came from the spanish word "Cha" which means tea.
• Samba - An old brazilian style of dance with many variations.
• Samba is recognized as a symbol of Brazil.
• Most steps of Samba are danced with a slight downward bouncing or dropping action.