Dance is a special state of a person’s soul. In antiquity, no holiday or ritual took place without it. Sometimes, even without knowing the classical movements, you can dance.
Today, there are various styles of dancing, their list is long. Each of them has passed its own development path, has its own history and fans.
Historical Dances
Dance existed in different centuries and eras. However, he was distinguished by his views, popularity among the population. If we talk about ancient times, then the dance was more sacred and deeper. Little was cared for beauty and aesthetics, the main thing was to achieve one’s goal, so traditions had to be followed. Dance in those days could cause rain or show the relationship between a man and a woman.
Later, when it took shape as a movement to music, each nation had its own special and indescribable coloring of dances. Almost every area had its own special rhythm, movement.
Today, folk dance has been preserved almost exclusively on stage. The preferred style of music and movements has changed. Disco clubs and clubs with a completely different atmosphere have become more popular. Various dance styles have also appeared, the list of which is constantly growing.
The advent of modern dance
The advent of modern dance was a challenge to classical ballet. At one time, various schools began to appear, which departed from the general rules. As a result of all this, at the beginning of the twentieth century, classical ballet, which for a long time was the main direction in dance, underwent some changes.
This period was generally unpredictable, both in musical directions and in choreographic ones. Consider some of the dance styles (list and directions) that appeared at this time. For example, free dance, which was the first in avoiding the principles of ballet. Choreography, which was above conventions, built on improvisation and freedom - this, perhaps, was the main thing.
Further, this dance was transformed into Art Nouveau (late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries), which retained all the principles of its predecessor. Also worth noting is the contempo style that emerged from the previous direction. It is distinguished by flying and flexible movements, dancers most often perform without shoes.
In general, almost all modern dance styles, the list of which is now great, combine well-established movements and improvisation.
Existing Modern Dances
The formation of a variety of styles continues to this day. At the end of the twentieth century, club styles of modern dances appeared, the list of which is replenished to this day.
Today it is:
- tectonics;
- electro;
- trance;
- strip-dance;
- shuffle and others
Some of the directions are performed only by girls (for example, strip-dance, go-go). Others can perform dancers of both sexes (tectonics or electro, for example).
One of the popular destinations is street dance. He even more than everyone else, inherent in improvisation and freedom. The fact is that such dances were not performed by professionals at all. They interpreted almost every movement in their own way to express personal personality. So many street styles of modern dances appeared, the list of which is quite extensive. This is hip-hop, break-dance, popping and many others.
As this trend developed, competitions began to be held when two dancers improvised in movements. Now such battles have become large-scale and very popular. The program usually includes both already staged and rehearsed performances, as well as quick improvisation of movements by teams.
Modern dances for girls
Recently, dancing directions for girls have become very popular. They are based on the desire to learn how to move beautifully and flexibly to music, to feel your body, and also to lose weight. Some studios offer a special mix, collected from various directions.
If we talk about specific styles of dancing, the list for girls is very long. Here are some of them:
- Belliden's . This direction came from the East. Basically, this is a regular belly dance, which now has its fans around the world. Today, there are a large number of his styles. He is also popular among stars, for example, singer Shakira very often performs it in her videos and on stage.
- Strip of plastic. This rather frank direction allows you to remove stiffness and make your body more plastic. However, you should not think that strip plastic implies striptease. Yes, there is something common in the movements, but there are no undressing elements in the dance (unless it is for a loved one).
- Go go. Girls also dance in this style. It also contains elements of erotic movements, however, the performers are not exposed.
- Club dance. Suitable for lovers of this style. Mixed directions are popular, where they teach movements from hip-hop, house, funk, etc. You can also choose one of the styles and stick only to it.
Modern dance style
Art Nouveau is a dance style that arose at the beginning of the twentieth century. It was a special vision of choreography, which at that time moved away from the classics. The main inspirers of all this were M. Graham, A. Duncan, T. Shawn and others. They believed that a free man of the twentieth century should not be constrained by the framework of traditional ballet. Each of them created his own style after, the dance school also had its own.
Art Nouveau spread throughout the world and found its fans and admirers. In many countries, he was carried away by dancers, each of whom brought something new to him. For example, Mary Wigman, a German dancer, showed that movement can convey "difficult" emotions (fear, despair), tell about death or obsession. To do this, she replaced the beautiful pa ugly.
Her student, Greta Palukka, already had her own teaching style. Her work touched on a variety of topics - funny and sad, gloomy and bright. She also introduced a special technique of high jumps in this direction.
Art Nouveau is a dance style that has also had a significant impact on classical ballet. Some of his ideas were adopted by the choreographers.
Now it is a very popular branch of modern jazz. This dance combines all the achievements of many areas. The movements in it are energetic and rhythmic, like in jazz, free, like in modernity, and technical, like in classical ballet. The result is actually a very interesting unique direction.
This dance is usually danced in loose clothing (it can both tighten and hide the body), which does not hinder movements. The dancer does not need shoes as such. You can use Czechs, jazz, or even be barefoot.
Hip hop dance style
No less popular is the hip hop dance style. It originated among the black population in America. It is considered a street style of dance, since the training of already known movements and the creation of new ones took place initially right on the street.
The first standing hip-hop was performed. Numerous directions (African, Afro-Cuban, etc.) influenced its development. Subsequently, work on the floor entered it; rather complicated movements of the legs appeared.
It is in this direction of dance that street competitions are very popular both between individual participants and between entire teams. This allows teens to splash out their emotions and compete, proving you're the best. Thus, such movements have become an alternative to crime and dubious hobbies. All this happened through movement. Now such competitions are recognized along with other dance championships.
Hip-hop is also popular among musicians, they combine it with reading rap. All this happens to the music inherent in this style.
Nowadays there are a lot of hip-hop styles. For example, there is a feminine hip-hop heels style, which is performed exclusively by girls, and certainly with heels. It combines jazz movements, obligatory defile, special poses. There are also other hip-hop dance styles, the list of which is constantly updated.
This dance is performed in loose-fitting sportswear. These are wide trousers and T-shirts (shirts or t-shirts). Recently, by the way, narrow pants are more popular. Sneakers and baseball caps (caps) are also required.
Vogue dance style
The Vogue dance style became apparent around the 30s of the last century. He comes from America. Initially, this dance appeared in Harlem, in New York, when many gay men began to wear women's clothing at balls. After some time, they began to perform in Las Vegas at various girl shows.
In the 70s, this dance underwent some changes, it began to highlight not clothes, but the style of the one who performed it.
He became famous worldwide for the film “Paris is Burning”. After that, the Vogue dance style became popular among young people. He began to study in studios and schools. Willy Ninja is considered the founder of this style, since it was he who created the combination of movements that marked the peculiarity of the style.
What is so unusual about this dance? Its main feature is the second freeze of the artist, and then the continuation of his movement. The dancers themselves are very reminiscent of the poses and gait of models and movie stars. We can say that the dance is built on entertainment and frankness.
Vogue - dance style - now has several directions:
- New way. Here it is necessary to have good control and body balance for complex postures and movements.
- Old way This direction is very similar to the early style of dance.
- Dramatic . Its performance requires strength, since it has a lot of acrobatic elements, tricks.
- Vogue Femme. This is his most feminine performance.
Current dancers in this direction can be both female and male. But this does not mean that they are gay.
Vogue is a dance style of experimentation and personal freedom. Observing the general rules, but realizing his own understanding and expression of direction, the performer creates a unique composition that fully reveals his personality.
Booty Dance - Booty Dance
Now there are a lot of dance styles that are designed for girls. These include a very frank and erotic Booty Dance. This style of dance has appeared recently, but its roots come from ancient Africa.
Women of this continent have never been shy of their bodies, their movements are very bright and plastic. We can say that this dance incorporated all their passion and sexuality. It should be noted that the initial booty dance technique was created by strippers in New Orleans.
The style of dance booty basically contains the following movements:
- buttock vibration;
- rotation and figure eight hips;
- hips, etc.
Based on these movements, there are the following techniques, each of which has its own characteristics:
- Hip rolling. It is characterized by rotation of the hips, the knees are also included in the movement, which allows you to change the course of the pelvis and hips. This technique does not include the upper torso in the dance.
- Rump Shaking (Booty Shake). The nature of this trend lies in shaking the buttocks in different directions. The legs in this case can be in different positions (flat, twine, half-twine, on the knees).
- Twerk (Twerking). This direction is also based on various shaking, pushing the buttocks and hips up with fixed stops between movements.
For this dance, you need to have strong muscles in the legs and buttocks, since the load is mainly on them. Engaged in this direction, you can just pull up these parts of the body. In addition, there is a good study of the back.
Clothing for dancing can, in principle, be any, if it is comfortable. However, it is still recommended to wear one that emphasizes the hips and buttocks. It can be leggings or short shorts. You can dance without shoes or in sneakers. Accessories are also welcome.
Go-go dance
A very interesting dance is also go-go. It also combines many styles. It all started with the “Whiskey-A-Go-Go” disco, very popular in America, where girls danced in the cages, thus attracting wealthy men. After this innovation, many clubs adopted it. Now dancing half-naked girls could be found in many institutions.
Today this style is very popular. Mostly it is performed by girls, very often professional dancers are invited to clubs for entertainment and lighting visitors. Also, it can be performed by men of non-traditional orientation in their clubs.
This dance is considered erotic, but it does not require undressing. This is not a striptease in the usual sense. Performers usually do not invent complex movements. They just dance and enjoy it. Emphasize your body in slow compositions and show passion in fast ones.
Of course, there are traditionally used movements, but beginners in this style are invited to just relax and feel the music. Then everything will go on its own. But professional dancers hone their art for a long time. In the end, it turns out both a dance and a game with the audience, which translates into emotional communication. Such performers are very much appreciated.
Finally
It is impossible to list all dance styles, the list of which is quite impressive and continues to grow further. Each direction and style has its own individual features and characteristics.
Perhaps the dance is something that will be next to a person always as an expression of his emotional state. Indeed, often people jump or dance for joy, right?
Today, everyone can choose their own dance, which is more suitable for their perception of the world. You can even train at home, if the soul asks, and you do not know what you would like. Over time, preferences will become clear. In any case, you just have to start moving. And it will be simply impossible to stop!