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Phrasing & Musicality for International Style Lati

Posted by danz_ph

3/12/2010 7:17:00 AM

1. Does anybody have any ideas about the phrasing and musicality of the 5 Latin dances?

2. Could we break or deviate from the usual phrasing?

Re: Phrasing & Musicality for International Style

Posted by terence2

3/13/2010 11:08:00 PM

The reason there are no replies ( probably ) is that trying to teach phrasing thru the written word, is akin to teaching Piano over the phone.

The simple explanation of bar sequence( 4s.. 8s, 16s) is not the answer to your Q.

I would suggest you find a competant teacher who gives classes ( or Private ) covering that topic .

Re: Phrasing & Musicality for International Style

Posted by belleofyourball

3/15/2010 1:22:00 PM

I agree with Terence. Also you can break but you better be a damn good dancer.

Re: Phrasing & Musicality for International Style

Posted by ballroomlatinswing

4/26/2010 7:27:00 PM

There's a really good set of dvd's with Slavik and Karina that show how to deviate on latin dances with timing and expression, Innovation I think their series was called. They weren't cheap, but well worth it if you are advanced enough to use them. It isn't easy to dance syncopated timing. Certainly not for beginner dancers, but if you are experienced and can keep the rhythmn, it feels great to give it a go.

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