Origin:
Linear Style Salsa originated in America, and was mainly developed for the purpose of performing on stage. In Linear style, dancers stay aligned to the same line which makes it easier for viewers to watch. Linear Style is now fast gaining popularity around the world, with two main styles: LA Style and NY Style from Los Angeles and New York respectively.
Music:
Linear Style Salsa has exactly the same music as Cuban Salsa. The music is played in 4/4 with beats 4 and 8 representing a pause and the other beats representing steps. Claves, Congo or the tin drum are often used to mark the main beats of the music. The music is quite similar to Mambo.
Dance:
Linear Style Salsa has a 4/4 rythm. Unlike Cuban style of Salsa, Linear Style does not have a pause on the 4th and 8th beats. Instead, Linear style offers a "quick, quick, slow" stepping with the slow step taking up two beats of timing. Both dancers dance in a straight line, with most moves ending up with dancers swapping sides while still aligned to the same line. Linear Style salsa also features a lot of moves where the leaders "comb" themslves, or the followers.
Latinos NZ Popularity Scale: 6/10
Linear Style Salsa is fast gaining popularity in New Zealand. Having said that, most "salsers" in a Latin Club follow the Cuban style of dancing and the Linear Style is saved for performing on stage.
Get a bit of variation in your Salsa moves with LA and NY styles!
vrijdag, november 30, 2007
dinsdag, september 18, 2007
Salsa Music, Lifeblood of Cali
You step through the darkened entranceway, leaving the tropical night behind. Suddenly, waves of sound crash over you Iike ocean surf. Breaking out in a sweat, your heart pounds to the rhythm of bass, bongos, bells and brass. The walls seem to pulsate. The pungent smell of perspiration mixed with perfume assaults you. As your eyes adjust to the dark, broken by hypnotic flashes of the multi-colored strobes, you realize it’s not walls that enclose you, but dancers— scores of dancers gyrating, weaving and swirling, limbs flashing, hips thrusting in quarter—time beat. You fill your lungs with the spicy aroma, tighten your belt a notch and plunge in. Welcome to Chango’s in Cali, Colombia - one of Latin America's hottest Salsa night clubs.
Cali, a modern, festive city, lies in the heart of “the Valley.” when Colombians say “the Valley” they mean the Cauca valley, a not so little Garden of Eden a hundred-fifty miles long and some fifteen miles wide between the coastal mountain ranges and the Central Cordillera. Until the turn of the century, this valIey was little more than a rural outpost.
Then, with a population of some 15,000, the Cauca Valley was largely cattle country, parceled out in vast tracts among the “haciendados.” These were proud, almost haughty men who raised cattle for leather and beef. Some had plantations of sugar cane used to produce the sweetener “panela” and distill the crystal-clear but potent “aguardiente” still sipped today. Life was slow, measured, patriarchal and unchanging.
It has been said that the Cauca region is to Colombia what the South is to the United States. Indeed, there are similarities. In bygone days “hidalgos walked the unpaved “calles” in coats of velvet or scarlet broadcloth embroidered and buttoned with gold and silver, their waistcoats of flowered silk, and the ruffles of their shirts were of the finest batiste,” says Kathleen Romoli, author of Colombia: Gateway to. South America. And like the Southern states in colonial rimes, large numbers of slaves were imported to work the fields and serve the gentry.
Time has brought many changes. Today vast sugar cane plantations still carpet the Valley. Mechanized production of cotton, rice and cattle has turned the Cauca Valley into Colombia’s most important agricultural area, after “King Coffee”. And with economic growth has come industry. A leisurely colonial town in 1900, Cali has grown into a large manufacturing center with more than a thousand industries at last count
There is Salsa in the air
Yet with all the changes, Cali retains a homey charm, a personality different from other cities, an atmosphere you might expect to find in the Caribbean. Romoli describes it well:
The most striking thing about Cali today is not the plaza with it imposing government buildings and rows of taxis, along the avenues of giant palms, nor the suburbs with their modem villas, and churches, whose bells chime melodies instead of clanging as it Bogotá, nor the busy factories. It is the pervasive air of cheerfulness almost of gaiety Not that it is a city of many amusements; Cali is not gay by virtue of commercial facilities for organized diversion but by the grace of god.
Cali attracts travelers from all over; tourists, businessmen, back packers, scientists, and students. And, of course, salsa fans and salsa artists. Recording studios, “rumberias”,”discothèques” and “viejotecas” abound.
What is Cali’s appeal? The city’s buoyant atmosphere? The spectacular sunsets? The natural beauty of the soaring Andes? The vaunted beauty of its women? Perhaps it’s the climate where it’s always June. Or could it be its remarkable cleanliness? Many Colombian towns are clean, but Cali is so clean it stands out. Or maybe it’s the trees and flowers—the billowing crimson and purple bougainvilla that tumbles in profusion from the walls, the cup-of-gold that drips from the eaves, the waxy bells of the trumpet flow, the poinsettia bushes, gorgeous gardenias, the trees with magenta leaves and carmine flowers or others with feathery green—white blossoms or pale clusters of pink—the wild extravagance of blooms among which humming birds with iridescent green bellies flit even in winter.
No Salsa No Dates
Cali has all these. But undoubtedly for many, the principal attraction that lures them to this charming city is Salsa music. The sensuous, tropical rhythms of Salsa pervade the lives of the two million plus Caleños. On every bus you’ll hear Salsa. Go for a walk, to school or shopping there’s salsa in the air. And, of course there’s Salsa on almost all of the more than two dozen local radio stations. All over town, 24-hours a day, Salsa blasts from speakers on the streets, in parks, in stores, from cars, portable radios and private homes. Cali lives and breathes Salsa. But why Salsa? Many other musical traditions, styles and types of folk music flourish in Cali (including the traditional Cumbia, where machete wielding dancers stomp around full-busted women in ruffled skirts). What’s so special about Salsa? After all Vallenatos, a brand of folk music with roots back to the days of the Spanish conquistadors, is still hugely popular—especially as sung by the likes of Colombia’s Grammy award winner Carlos Vives. Boleros (check out Luis Miguel’s “Inolvidable”) and Merengue continue to have strong followings here.
Why has this one style ingrained itself so deeply into the culture? To aficionados the answer is simple: “I love salsa music.” Whatever the reason for it’s universal popularity in Cali, Salsa is more than just music, more than a dance. It’s an indispensable social skill explains my friend, Carmenza, “No salsa—no dates.” You can’t meet others if you can’t dance.” And that’s why there are salsa dance schools throughout the city. You pay for lessons by the hour. Prices range from $2 up to $6 per hour for more private, one-on-one instruction. Group classes fu up fast. Salsa classes are not just the place to go for learning, but to practice and perfect your moves or pick up some new ones. They’re a good “meeting place” for neighborhood residents. “It’s important to dance very well or you’re boring,” says Sofia, an avid Salsa fan.
Cali calls itself the “Salsa Capital, of the World,” a title wrenched from post-Fidel Cuba and often shared with New York City. But even those who might take exception to “World Capital” will agree that Cali is certainly the “Salsa Capital of South America.” The top Latin salsa performers, like New York’s Jerry “King of 54th Street” Gonzalez, regularly fly in to strut their stuff. At any given time you can see all the famous names in salsa, artists hike Cuba’s “Queen of Salsa,” Celia Cruz; guitarist, singer and songwriter Juan Luis Guerra from the Dominican Republic; Frank Raul Grillo, the Cuban American also known as Machito; Reuben Blades, the popular Panamanian singer, songwriter, actor and politician renowned for his musical innovations as well as traditional Salsa; Willie Colon; Oscar d’Leon, and others.
SALSA CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
And you don’t have to go far in this city of dancers to hear all the different styles and variations of Salsa. Juanchito, with 120 of the hottest dance halls, is the throbbing rhythmic heart of Cali’s Salsa nightlife. Every week throughout the year, two hundred thousand locals pour into this eastern suburb to party. Cali teems with discos and “viejotecas” for the young and not so young. Latinos of younger generations typically favor a smoother, more sentimental music known as Salsa Romantica, popularized by bandleaders such as Eddie Santiago and Tito Nieves. Internationally popular salsa singers of the 1990s included Linda “India” Caballero and Mark Anthony. The Puerto Rico-based orchestra “Puerto Rican Power” is another hot group with ardent fans both in Cali and Puerto Rico.
While it’s thrilling to hear famous performers of Salsa music from abroad, don’t forget Cali’s many own outstanding world class groups and musicians of Salsa fame blending the old with the new. The classic and the innovative. It’s worth a trip to Cali just to hear the vibrant non-traditional sounds of Jairo Varela and the Grupo Niche. Or other artists like “Son de Cali,” the all—female “Orchestra Canela” and Lisandro Meza who also inject new blood into Cali´s Salsa scene. These and the intoxicating classic Salsa sounds of Kike Santander, Joe Arroyo and Eddy Martinez thunder through the air and flow in the veins of ”coca-colos” (late teens to early 20s adolescents) and “cuchos” alike in discos, salsatecas and even in viejotecas that draw the over-35 crowd.
When I arrived in Cali 1995, I thought my salsa was OK. After all, l’d picked up some smooth moves from a bevy of hot Puerto Rican beauties during a summer stint in San Juan. Even back in my home state of Pennsylvania, there were opportunities on Friday or Saturday nights to slip out and mix with Latinos at our local Hispanic watering holes. I’d perfected a double-quick step in a rectangular pattern, too, and added whirls and spins to the heavy beat. I had no trouble getting, and keeping, dance partners. Then in Miami, during a Labor Day weekend retreat, I met a Latin cutie. I invited her for dinner and dancing later that week at “La Cima,” one of the city’s top Salsa clubs, to show off my moves. She was impressed. A year later we married and after a couple more years we moved to her native Colombia.
Colombian salsa is a different beast. The style, rhythm and beat are similar in other places but it’s a different story on the dance floor. My feet recognized the beat, but behaved as if 1 were wearing Bozo shoes. For a while, 1 stuck to downtown places like “Cuarto Venina,” perched on the banks of the brownish, knee-deep Cali River. It’s listening only, no dancing here. The music is so subdued you can carry on a conversation over empanadas and cold “Costeña”. It can be just the right touch for a Sunday afternoon. Nowadays, my Latin cutie and 1 are considered “cuchos” (the over-35 set). It’s been ten years. We’re still here though, still dancing Salsa. And I’m still showing off my moves.
Larry M. Lynch is a writer and photographer specializing in business, travel, food and education-related writing in South America. His work has appeared in Transitions Abroad, South American Explorer, Escape From America, Mexico News and Brazil magazines in print and online. As an expert author he can ghost-write original articles for your articles marketing campaign and content for your website, newsletter, blog or e-zine.
Cali, a modern, festive city, lies in the heart of “the Valley.” when Colombians say “the Valley” they mean the Cauca valley, a not so little Garden of Eden a hundred-fifty miles long and some fifteen miles wide between the coastal mountain ranges and the Central Cordillera. Until the turn of the century, this valIey was little more than a rural outpost.
Then, with a population of some 15,000, the Cauca Valley was largely cattle country, parceled out in vast tracts among the “haciendados.” These were proud, almost haughty men who raised cattle for leather and beef. Some had plantations of sugar cane used to produce the sweetener “panela” and distill the crystal-clear but potent “aguardiente” still sipped today. Life was slow, measured, patriarchal and unchanging.
It has been said that the Cauca region is to Colombia what the South is to the United States. Indeed, there are similarities. In bygone days “hidalgos walked the unpaved “calles” in coats of velvet or scarlet broadcloth embroidered and buttoned with gold and silver, their waistcoats of flowered silk, and the ruffles of their shirts were of the finest batiste,” says Kathleen Romoli, author of Colombia: Gateway to. South America. And like the Southern states in colonial rimes, large numbers of slaves were imported to work the fields and serve the gentry.
Time has brought many changes. Today vast sugar cane plantations still carpet the Valley. Mechanized production of cotton, rice and cattle has turned the Cauca Valley into Colombia’s most important agricultural area, after “King Coffee”. And with economic growth has come industry. A leisurely colonial town in 1900, Cali has grown into a large manufacturing center with more than a thousand industries at last count
There is Salsa in the air
Yet with all the changes, Cali retains a homey charm, a personality different from other cities, an atmosphere you might expect to find in the Caribbean. Romoli describes it well:
The most striking thing about Cali today is not the plaza with it imposing government buildings and rows of taxis, along the avenues of giant palms, nor the suburbs with their modem villas, and churches, whose bells chime melodies instead of clanging as it Bogotá, nor the busy factories. It is the pervasive air of cheerfulness almost of gaiety Not that it is a city of many amusements; Cali is not gay by virtue of commercial facilities for organized diversion but by the grace of god.
Cali attracts travelers from all over; tourists, businessmen, back packers, scientists, and students. And, of course, salsa fans and salsa artists. Recording studios, “rumberias”,”discothèques” and “viejotecas” abound.
What is Cali’s appeal? The city’s buoyant atmosphere? The spectacular sunsets? The natural beauty of the soaring Andes? The vaunted beauty of its women? Perhaps it’s the climate where it’s always June. Or could it be its remarkable cleanliness? Many Colombian towns are clean, but Cali is so clean it stands out. Or maybe it’s the trees and flowers—the billowing crimson and purple bougainvilla that tumbles in profusion from the walls, the cup-of-gold that drips from the eaves, the waxy bells of the trumpet flow, the poinsettia bushes, gorgeous gardenias, the trees with magenta leaves and carmine flowers or others with feathery green—white blossoms or pale clusters of pink—the wild extravagance of blooms among which humming birds with iridescent green bellies flit even in winter.
No Salsa No Dates
Cali has all these. But undoubtedly for many, the principal attraction that lures them to this charming city is Salsa music. The sensuous, tropical rhythms of Salsa pervade the lives of the two million plus Caleños. On every bus you’ll hear Salsa. Go for a walk, to school or shopping there’s salsa in the air. And, of course there’s Salsa on almost all of the more than two dozen local radio stations. All over town, 24-hours a day, Salsa blasts from speakers on the streets, in parks, in stores, from cars, portable radios and private homes. Cali lives and breathes Salsa. But why Salsa? Many other musical traditions, styles and types of folk music flourish in Cali (including the traditional Cumbia, where machete wielding dancers stomp around full-busted women in ruffled skirts). What’s so special about Salsa? After all Vallenatos, a brand of folk music with roots back to the days of the Spanish conquistadors, is still hugely popular—especially as sung by the likes of Colombia’s Grammy award winner Carlos Vives. Boleros (check out Luis Miguel’s “Inolvidable”) and Merengue continue to have strong followings here.
Why has this one style ingrained itself so deeply into the culture? To aficionados the answer is simple: “I love salsa music.” Whatever the reason for it’s universal popularity in Cali, Salsa is more than just music, more than a dance. It’s an indispensable social skill explains my friend, Carmenza, “No salsa—no dates.” You can’t meet others if you can’t dance.” And that’s why there are salsa dance schools throughout the city. You pay for lessons by the hour. Prices range from $2 up to $6 per hour for more private, one-on-one instruction. Group classes fu up fast. Salsa classes are not just the place to go for learning, but to practice and perfect your moves or pick up some new ones. They’re a good “meeting place” for neighborhood residents. “It’s important to dance very well or you’re boring,” says Sofia, an avid Salsa fan.
Cali calls itself the “Salsa Capital, of the World,” a title wrenched from post-Fidel Cuba and often shared with New York City. But even those who might take exception to “World Capital” will agree that Cali is certainly the “Salsa Capital of South America.” The top Latin salsa performers, like New York’s Jerry “King of 54th Street” Gonzalez, regularly fly in to strut their stuff. At any given time you can see all the famous names in salsa, artists hike Cuba’s “Queen of Salsa,” Celia Cruz; guitarist, singer and songwriter Juan Luis Guerra from the Dominican Republic; Frank Raul Grillo, the Cuban American also known as Machito; Reuben Blades, the popular Panamanian singer, songwriter, actor and politician renowned for his musical innovations as well as traditional Salsa; Willie Colon; Oscar d’Leon, and others.
SALSA CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
And you don’t have to go far in this city of dancers to hear all the different styles and variations of Salsa. Juanchito, with 120 of the hottest dance halls, is the throbbing rhythmic heart of Cali’s Salsa nightlife. Every week throughout the year, two hundred thousand locals pour into this eastern suburb to party. Cali teems with discos and “viejotecas” for the young and not so young. Latinos of younger generations typically favor a smoother, more sentimental music known as Salsa Romantica, popularized by bandleaders such as Eddie Santiago and Tito Nieves. Internationally popular salsa singers of the 1990s included Linda “India” Caballero and Mark Anthony. The Puerto Rico-based orchestra “Puerto Rican Power” is another hot group with ardent fans both in Cali and Puerto Rico.
While it’s thrilling to hear famous performers of Salsa music from abroad, don’t forget Cali’s many own outstanding world class groups and musicians of Salsa fame blending the old with the new. The classic and the innovative. It’s worth a trip to Cali just to hear the vibrant non-traditional sounds of Jairo Varela and the Grupo Niche. Or other artists like “Son de Cali,” the all—female “Orchestra Canela” and Lisandro Meza who also inject new blood into Cali´s Salsa scene. These and the intoxicating classic Salsa sounds of Kike Santander, Joe Arroyo and Eddy Martinez thunder through the air and flow in the veins of ”coca-colos” (late teens to early 20s adolescents) and “cuchos” alike in discos, salsatecas and even in viejotecas that draw the over-35 crowd.
When I arrived in Cali 1995, I thought my salsa was OK. After all, l’d picked up some smooth moves from a bevy of hot Puerto Rican beauties during a summer stint in San Juan. Even back in my home state of Pennsylvania, there were opportunities on Friday or Saturday nights to slip out and mix with Latinos at our local Hispanic watering holes. I’d perfected a double-quick step in a rectangular pattern, too, and added whirls and spins to the heavy beat. I had no trouble getting, and keeping, dance partners. Then in Miami, during a Labor Day weekend retreat, I met a Latin cutie. I invited her for dinner and dancing later that week at “La Cima,” one of the city’s top Salsa clubs, to show off my moves. She was impressed. A year later we married and after a couple more years we moved to her native Colombia.
Colombian salsa is a different beast. The style, rhythm and beat are similar in other places but it’s a different story on the dance floor. My feet recognized the beat, but behaved as if 1 were wearing Bozo shoes. For a while, 1 stuck to downtown places like “Cuarto Venina,” perched on the banks of the brownish, knee-deep Cali River. It’s listening only, no dancing here. The music is so subdued you can carry on a conversation over empanadas and cold “Costeña”. It can be just the right touch for a Sunday afternoon. Nowadays, my Latin cutie and 1 are considered “cuchos” (the over-35 set). It’s been ten years. We’re still here though, still dancing Salsa. And I’m still showing off my moves.
Larry M. Lynch is a writer and photographer specializing in business, travel, food and education-related writing in South America. His work has appeared in Transitions Abroad, South American Explorer, Escape From America, Mexico News and Brazil magazines in print and online. As an expert author he can ghost-write original articles for your articles marketing campaign and content for your website, newsletter, blog or e-zine.
The Salsa Lesson
"It's time to start living the lives we have imagined." This quote by Henry James literally jumped off of the page and spoke to me. In my line of work, I really don't have the luxury of talking about what I want and not taking action. As a Success Coach it is important that I 'walk my talk". Sometimes it isn't easy but I wouldn't have it any other way. How would your life change if this quote became your mantra?
How about you? What dreams have you put on the back burner? What accomplishment or experience tugs at you to take action?
Recently a colleague casually invited me to come to a Latin "Salsa" night at a local dance hall. She had no idea that she was inviting me to honor a life long dream. For years I have dreamed of being able to dance well on the dance floor instead of watching others having fun from the sidelines. I had lots of legitimate reasons why I couldn't take the time to dance, I already had so much on my schedule, how could I find the time, my husband wasn't excited about the idea etc etc etc All of my excuses supported a choice I made. A choice to not fulfill a dream. All of us have excuses, don't we, that we tell ourselves when we don't move forward with our goals and dreams?
Carpe Diem. I seized the moment and responded to the opportunity that came to me. I took my first Salsa dance lesson. It wasn't pretty, yet it was wonderful! I took the first step towards a long held dream. I learned more than dance steps that evening! I discovered that dancing agreed with me. I was happier, healthier and it actually helped me in my business. I took more risks that boosted my bottom line.
My invitation to you is for you to take your dream off the back burner and make it a priority. Pump up your courage muscles and take the step forward that you KNOW you need to take. Write it down. Say it out loud. Confide in a trusted friend or mentor your commitment. Then, go do it! Please e-mail me or call me with your success experiences, I would love to hear. Keep Dreaming Big!
"It's time to start living the lives we have imagined." Henry James
How about you? What dreams have you put on the back burner? What accomplishment or experience tugs at you to take action?
Recently a colleague casually invited me to come to a Latin "Salsa" night at a local dance hall. She had no idea that she was inviting me to honor a life long dream. For years I have dreamed of being able to dance well on the dance floor instead of watching others having fun from the sidelines. I had lots of legitimate reasons why I couldn't take the time to dance, I already had so much on my schedule, how could I find the time, my husband wasn't excited about the idea etc etc etc All of my excuses supported a choice I made. A choice to not fulfill a dream. All of us have excuses, don't we, that we tell ourselves when we don't move forward with our goals and dreams?
Carpe Diem. I seized the moment and responded to the opportunity that came to me. I took my first Salsa dance lesson. It wasn't pretty, yet it was wonderful! I took the first step towards a long held dream. I learned more than dance steps that evening! I discovered that dancing agreed with me. I was happier, healthier and it actually helped me in my business. I took more risks that boosted my bottom line.
My invitation to you is for you to take your dream off the back burner and make it a priority. Pump up your courage muscles and take the step forward that you KNOW you need to take. Write it down. Say it out loud. Confide in a trusted friend or mentor your commitment. Then, go do it! Please e-mail me or call me with your success experiences, I would love to hear. Keep Dreaming Big!
"It's time to start living the lives we have imagined." Henry James
zaterdag, december 09, 2006
Find the Best Salsa Instructional DVD Online!
If you want to find the best resource site offering salsa dance lessons than youve come to the right place because we have the best resource site for you. Go right now to www.salsadancedvd.com
This salsa dance DVD program starts with the basic concepts, revealed in clear English. You'll be learning salsa with a solid foundation from the most qualified instructors.. You will understand the simple concepts of timing and footwork.
Youll learn how to get into the basic step. Youll learn exactly what to do, step-by-step and what will look good out in the real world.
Youll learn the unique footwork up close. Youll also learn styling and how to create the Cuban motion - or those sexy salsa moves you've always wanted.
Learn step-by-step instruction on how to get the movement going. These videos show the moves of both women and men. Visit www.salsadancedvd.com now and begin to master the salsa dance!
You won't find any other product like this, anywhere else. You'll learn basic dance techniques that will assist you in every partner dance that you learn!
But best of all youll benefit from salsa dancing! Youll gain these great benefits by going right now to www.salsadancedvd.com.
But why is salsa dance so great? Its.
Fun, Great Exercise Lose Weight Greater Flexibility Better Reflexes Better Health More Confidence Dance skills Social skills Mental clarity Logical thinking Meet Singles
Start your salsa workout today and begin reaping the rewards of this highly recognized, respected and explosive dance style. Learn how by visiting www.salsadancedvd.com and get the best DVD offered online today!
This salsa dance DVD program starts with the basic concepts, revealed in clear English. You'll be learning salsa with a solid foundation from the most qualified instructors.. You will understand the simple concepts of timing and footwork.
Youll learn how to get into the basic step. Youll learn exactly what to do, step-by-step and what will look good out in the real world.
Youll learn the unique footwork up close. Youll also learn styling and how to create the Cuban motion - or those sexy salsa moves you've always wanted.
Learn step-by-step instruction on how to get the movement going. These videos show the moves of both women and men. Visit www.salsadancedvd.com now and begin to master the salsa dance!
You won't find any other product like this, anywhere else. You'll learn basic dance techniques that will assist you in every partner dance that you learn!
But best of all youll benefit from salsa dancing! Youll gain these great benefits by going right now to www.salsadancedvd.com.
But why is salsa dance so great? Its.
Fun, Great Exercise Lose Weight Greater Flexibility Better Reflexes Better Health More Confidence Dance skills Social skills Mental clarity Logical thinking Meet Singles
Start your salsa workout today and begin reaping the rewards of this highly recognized, respected and explosive dance style. Learn how by visiting www.salsadancedvd.com and get the best DVD offered online today!
Learn To Dance The Salsa
The word salsa in Spanish means sauce. Salsa dancing is also known as slot dancing because couples dont move around a large area of the dance floor; instead they stay in a more fixed or smaller area of the floor. So are you ready to learn Salsa dancing?
The salsa has an eight beat pattern that is made up of two bars of four beats. The Salsa music is usually complicated and fast with around 180 beats per minute. The salsa pattern is generally one of three steps and then a skipped step or a tap on the fourth beat.
The basic step is as follows: On counts 1, 2, and 3 the leader steps forward, then you replace the weight to your previous support foot keeping it in place, and then step backward. On counts 5, 6, and 7 you step backwards, then you replace the weight to your previous support foot keeping it in place, and then step forward again.
The follower does exactly the same steps but in the reverse order. The basic step is the basis for many of the other salsa patterns.
Some of the breaks to the basic step are:
1. Side Break You start from either foot and step sideways; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
2. Back Break - You start from either foot and step backwards; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
3. Forward Break - You start from either foot and step forward; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
There are many different salsa styles that involve different timing of the steps or different patterns as you move across the dance floor. Combine style with attitude and personal add ins and you get quite the salsa show!
The Cuban style can be danced as a contratiempo or on-one. With the Cuban Salsa, on counts 1, 2, and 3 a backward basic occurs while on counts 5, 6, and 7 a forward basic happens. The follower mirrors the leaders movements. It is common practice with the Cuban to have the leader and follower circle each other regularly.
The Dile que no or cross body lead is also essential to the Cuban. This is the most complex of moves and is not designed for beginners. However, once you master it, it can be used in the Rueda, Cuban Casino, and Wheel Dance.
In Latin American countries the Columbian style is the most common. Here the leader and follower do their moves standing in one place. Most of the moves are based off the Cuban style with the main difference being lack of space involved. Its a very sexy version to watch!
The LA style is a derivative of the Cuban style with the addition of the cross body lead. The leader steps forward on 1, on 2 and 3 its a step to the right while turning 90 degrees to face to the left. The follower then steps forward on 5 and 6, then on 7 and 8 turns while the leader is making the 90 degree turn. By the 8 count the leader and follower are in opposite positions. The Los Angeles is the flashiest form of Salsa dancing.
Thats just a few of the most common styles. Of course there are plenty others, and then theres always the creative element that comes into play.
Learning the Salsa from an article can be a bit overwhelming, but if you really want to learn it check into either local dance classes or online dance lessons. Youll be Salsa dancing like a pro in no time
The salsa has an eight beat pattern that is made up of two bars of four beats. The Salsa music is usually complicated and fast with around 180 beats per minute. The salsa pattern is generally one of three steps and then a skipped step or a tap on the fourth beat.
The basic step is as follows: On counts 1, 2, and 3 the leader steps forward, then you replace the weight to your previous support foot keeping it in place, and then step backward. On counts 5, 6, and 7 you step backwards, then you replace the weight to your previous support foot keeping it in place, and then step forward again.
The follower does exactly the same steps but in the reverse order. The basic step is the basis for many of the other salsa patterns.
Some of the breaks to the basic step are:
1. Side Break You start from either foot and step sideways; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
2. Back Break - You start from either foot and step backwards; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
3. Forward Break - You start from either foot and step forward; then you replace the weight to your previous support foot, keeping it in place.
There are many different salsa styles that involve different timing of the steps or different patterns as you move across the dance floor. Combine style with attitude and personal add ins and you get quite the salsa show!
The Cuban style can be danced as a contratiempo or on-one. With the Cuban Salsa, on counts 1, 2, and 3 a backward basic occurs while on counts 5, 6, and 7 a forward basic happens. The follower mirrors the leaders movements. It is common practice with the Cuban to have the leader and follower circle each other regularly.
The Dile que no or cross body lead is also essential to the Cuban. This is the most complex of moves and is not designed for beginners. However, once you master it, it can be used in the Rueda, Cuban Casino, and Wheel Dance.
In Latin American countries the Columbian style is the most common. Here the leader and follower do their moves standing in one place. Most of the moves are based off the Cuban style with the main difference being lack of space involved. Its a very sexy version to watch!
The LA style is a derivative of the Cuban style with the addition of the cross body lead. The leader steps forward on 1, on 2 and 3 its a step to the right while turning 90 degrees to face to the left. The follower then steps forward on 5 and 6, then on 7 and 8 turns while the leader is making the 90 degree turn. By the 8 count the leader and follower are in opposite positions. The Los Angeles is the flashiest form of Salsa dancing.
Thats just a few of the most common styles. Of course there are plenty others, and then theres always the creative element that comes into play.
Learning the Salsa from an article can be a bit overwhelming, but if you really want to learn it check into either local dance classes or online dance lessons. Youll be Salsa dancing like a pro in no time
Top Cities for Salsa Dance
If you are wondering where the best dance classes are in the top cities, check out these salsa dance club listings. Weve done the research for you to help you pick the best salsa dance studio in your city. Below weve added their website information for easier access and navigation just for you.
Check out the best salsa dance classes available to you!
http://bravodancecompany.com/brav_clss.html - Vancouver, Canada
Bravo Dance Company was formed in early 2005 by Alfonso Caldera, W.S.F. world salsa Champion. Inspired by the intensity of the L.A. salsa scene Alfonso pooled together a group of talented individuals creating a dance company that captures that energy, bringing an explosive new style to the Vancouver salsa community. Bravo dance company is Made up of a women's and a couple's team.
Combining talent from various fields of performance, Bravo routines consist of a mixture of Hip-Hop, Afro Cuban rhythms, jazz, and L.A style salsa. The Bravo style can be described as fierce, fast, and aggressive; with attitude and style, held together by professionalism and showmanship. Having participated in competitions throughout the world, Alfonso has an understanding of what it takes to create a 1st class performance team. Constantly striving to raise their level of performance and dance, The Bravo Dance team has set out to bring recognition to the Vancouver salsa scene with passion and style.
http://www.mambotribe.com/ - Toronto, Canada
Mambo Tribe Salsa Dance Company; bring you their new multi-level salsa classes in Toronto. Together Mark-Anthony and Stephanie have over 17 years of teaching and performing experience in the Canadian and International salsa circuit. Their specialized salsa classes will feature timing, technique, turns & spins, cool up-to-date turn patterns, shines/footwork, body isolations and styling both On1 & On2.
A combination of New York, Puerto Rico L.A, Cuban, Columbian and Toronto salsa styles are incorporated in their classes to ensure that you can dance to any style in the clubs. Known for their clear and concise breakdown along with a fun filled class, Mark-Anthony and Stephanie will give you the tools to feel confident on the dance floor, whether you are a total beginner or advanced dancer.
Their studio is located at the beautiful DLM Studios 1610 Bloor St West, Toronto (On Bloor 2 blocks west of Dundas West) 416-895-7874 & The Earl Haig School of Arts located behind the North York Civic Centre (Yonge & Sheppard) 416-995-7638.
www.strictlysalsa.com - Toronto, Canada
Since 1978 the Gomez Family, led by the legendary Alberto Gomez, has been recognized as pioneers in the Toronto Latin Entertainment industry for infusing their love and passion for the dance in their performances. They have showcased their talent at Massey Hall for Tito Puente and Johnny Pacheco Concert, Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz concert, and Tango Vive production. This infectious passion for the dance was the legacy passed on to Albert J. Gomez and Ronald Gomez.
Albert, with the vision of showcasing the richness of the Latin culture both in North American and abroad, founded Strickly Salsa Dance Company in 1999, which allowed him to merge his obsession with the high energy dips, tricks and flips of the dance, with his love for music and entertaining. Strickly Salsa quickly began to live up to its vision when Albert organized a group of talented dancers in the city to attend and participate in the 2000 Salsa Convention in Los Angeles, California. The group made its mark as the first salsa dance company in Toronto to represent Latin talent at an international event. This event also showcased the addition of Strickly Salsa's newest and youngest addition - Ronald Gomez.
Their speed, high energy and creative combinations have won them recognition from Tele-Latino, Toronto Sun, CFMT, Toronto Star, and World Salsa Congress. In addition they were presented with a certificate for being "the best performers and instructors" Ethnic Press Council and presented by the City of Toronto Mayor, Mel Lastman.
Strickly Salsa, working with event planners and co-coordinators, remains focused on the future forward as it expands its services to provide the ultimate source of Latin entertainment. From Bands to DJ's, to Salsa to Tango: Strickly Salsa Dance Company, a mix of Latin entertainment.
http://www.londonsalsa.co.uk/ - London, England
LondonSalsa is an independent London Salsa guide by Salseros for Salseros. We don't favor any club/class over another, but let the dancers decide which they like best!
Some say London has become THE capital of Salsa in Europe. That is why we are here to tell you about all about:
the best Salsa classes & clubs in London
renowned instructors from around the world
upcoming events & parties
reviews by dancers of the best clubs in London
... And much more!
www.dancesf.com - San Francisco
DanceSF is the San Francisco Bay Area's leading Dance School for club style social dancing. We offer fun and social dance classes for people of all ages, and all skill levels! We also offer East Bay and South Bay salsa classes. Our dance classes are geared towards beginner dancers, providing everyone a wonderful, supportive, and fun environment to learn to dance! In addition, DanceSF offers our bestselling Learn to Dance DVD's for your home use. North Bay, South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula and Silicon Valley Salsa Classes
www.justsalsa.com - New York
To find a great Salsa dance instructor giving dance classes in the New York area contact the JustSalsa Dance Referral Service at 212.982.4633. We will spend the necessary time to help you locate the right Salsa class and instructor or dance school in an area near your home or place of work. We can recommend a Salsa instructor or dance school that offers group or private instruction or classes near you.
Classes are taught by professional Salsa dance instructors in various styles and levels. Instructors are available for your nightclub Salsa lessons, private functions or parties, corporate events or to prepare you and your bride for your wedding dance. or wedding reception.
We can recommend a Dance instructor who teaches in the language of your choice including English, Spanish, or even Chinese. New York Area Salsa Instructor Referral Service Telephone: (212 982-4633) E-mail: in@justsalsa.com
So, if you are traveling in any of the major cities and want to get your salsa groove on, give any of these dance studios a call. These schools offer the best training by the best instructors. At least youll know your getting the best training available.
Now get your dancing shoes on and salsa!
Check out the best salsa dance classes available to you!
http://bravodancecompany.com/brav_clss.html - Vancouver, Canada
Bravo Dance Company was formed in early 2005 by Alfonso Caldera, W.S.F. world salsa Champion. Inspired by the intensity of the L.A. salsa scene Alfonso pooled together a group of talented individuals creating a dance company that captures that energy, bringing an explosive new style to the Vancouver salsa community. Bravo dance company is Made up of a women's and a couple's team.
Combining talent from various fields of performance, Bravo routines consist of a mixture of Hip-Hop, Afro Cuban rhythms, jazz, and L.A style salsa. The Bravo style can be described as fierce, fast, and aggressive; with attitude and style, held together by professionalism and showmanship. Having participated in competitions throughout the world, Alfonso has an understanding of what it takes to create a 1st class performance team. Constantly striving to raise their level of performance and dance, The Bravo Dance team has set out to bring recognition to the Vancouver salsa scene with passion and style.
http://www.mambotribe.com/ - Toronto, Canada
Mambo Tribe Salsa Dance Company; bring you their new multi-level salsa classes in Toronto. Together Mark-Anthony and Stephanie have over 17 years of teaching and performing experience in the Canadian and International salsa circuit. Their specialized salsa classes will feature timing, technique, turns & spins, cool up-to-date turn patterns, shines/footwork, body isolations and styling both On1 & On2.
A combination of New York, Puerto Rico L.A, Cuban, Columbian and Toronto salsa styles are incorporated in their classes to ensure that you can dance to any style in the clubs. Known for their clear and concise breakdown along with a fun filled class, Mark-Anthony and Stephanie will give you the tools to feel confident on the dance floor, whether you are a total beginner or advanced dancer.
Their studio is located at the beautiful DLM Studios 1610 Bloor St West, Toronto (On Bloor 2 blocks west of Dundas West) 416-895-7874 & The Earl Haig School of Arts located behind the North York Civic Centre (Yonge & Sheppard) 416-995-7638.
www.strictlysalsa.com - Toronto, Canada
Since 1978 the Gomez Family, led by the legendary Alberto Gomez, has been recognized as pioneers in the Toronto Latin Entertainment industry for infusing their love and passion for the dance in their performances. They have showcased their talent at Massey Hall for Tito Puente and Johnny Pacheco Concert, Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz concert, and Tango Vive production. This infectious passion for the dance was the legacy passed on to Albert J. Gomez and Ronald Gomez.
Albert, with the vision of showcasing the richness of the Latin culture both in North American and abroad, founded Strickly Salsa Dance Company in 1999, which allowed him to merge his obsession with the high energy dips, tricks and flips of the dance, with his love for music and entertaining. Strickly Salsa quickly began to live up to its vision when Albert organized a group of talented dancers in the city to attend and participate in the 2000 Salsa Convention in Los Angeles, California. The group made its mark as the first salsa dance company in Toronto to represent Latin talent at an international event. This event also showcased the addition of Strickly Salsa's newest and youngest addition - Ronald Gomez.
Their speed, high energy and creative combinations have won them recognition from Tele-Latino, Toronto Sun, CFMT, Toronto Star, and World Salsa Congress. In addition they were presented with a certificate for being "the best performers and instructors" Ethnic Press Council and presented by the City of Toronto Mayor, Mel Lastman.
Strickly Salsa, working with event planners and co-coordinators, remains focused on the future forward as it expands its services to provide the ultimate source of Latin entertainment. From Bands to DJ's, to Salsa to Tango: Strickly Salsa Dance Company, a mix of Latin entertainment.
http://www.londonsalsa.co.uk/ - London, England
LondonSalsa is an independent London Salsa guide by Salseros for Salseros. We don't favor any club/class over another, but let the dancers decide which they like best!
Some say London has become THE capital of Salsa in Europe. That is why we are here to tell you about all about:
the best Salsa classes & clubs in London
renowned instructors from around the world
upcoming events & parties
reviews by dancers of the best clubs in London
... And much more!
www.dancesf.com - San Francisco
DanceSF is the San Francisco Bay Area's leading Dance School for club style social dancing. We offer fun and social dance classes for people of all ages, and all skill levels! We also offer East Bay and South Bay salsa classes. Our dance classes are geared towards beginner dancers, providing everyone a wonderful, supportive, and fun environment to learn to dance! In addition, DanceSF offers our bestselling Learn to Dance DVD's for your home use. North Bay, South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula and Silicon Valley Salsa Classes
www.justsalsa.com - New York
To find a great Salsa dance instructor giving dance classes in the New York area contact the JustSalsa Dance Referral Service at 212.982.4633. We will spend the necessary time to help you locate the right Salsa class and instructor or dance school in an area near your home or place of work. We can recommend a Salsa instructor or dance school that offers group or private instruction or classes near you.
Classes are taught by professional Salsa dance instructors in various styles and levels. Instructors are available for your nightclub Salsa lessons, private functions or parties, corporate events or to prepare you and your bride for your wedding dance. or wedding reception.
We can recommend a Dance instructor who teaches in the language of your choice including English, Spanish, or even Chinese. New York Area Salsa Instructor Referral Service Telephone: (212 982-4633) E-mail: in@justsalsa.com
So, if you are traveling in any of the major cities and want to get your salsa groove on, give any of these dance studios a call. These schools offer the best training by the best instructors. At least youll know your getting the best training available.
Now get your dancing shoes on and salsa!
zaterdag, augustus 26, 2006
If youve ever considered salsa dancing but thought you were uncoordinated or simply wouldnt imagine attempting this quick step dance style, think again! Anyone can master the art of salsa dancing with some time and effort even if theyve never stepped foot on a dance floor before. Its really fairly simple!
Just like with anything in life, practice makes perfect. And with the right training and the right teacher - its possible!
Want to move to the Latin, salsa sounds of beating drums and rhythmic beats but not sure how to exactly move those hips or move those feet? Than consider http://www.salsadancedvd.com.
If youre afraid to step into a dance studio or visit your local salsa club for fear of embarrassment than SalsaDanceDVD.com is definitely for you!
Learning how to salsa dance is simple. There are a few basic salsa footwork patterns that youll need to know to get the hang of it. Once you master these simple steps and then learn how to connect these steps using the proper sequence of footwork, balance and body movement, it all becomes quite simple. Then all you need to know is how to move with your partner. Thats when it all becomes a piece of cake! Youll wonder why you never tried it sooner.
Once you master the basic steps, you can later move further along and continue to improve upon the steps youve previously learned. The salsa dance experience is addictive! Once you start, its difficult to stop. Youll feel energized and confident.
Your definitive guide to learn to salsa dance www.SalsaDanceDVD.com
Salsa is incredibly hot, and a lot of fun to do! Don't miss this DVD system that walks you through all the fundamentals of Salsa Dancing in a fun, social and energetic, step-by-step way! Each lesson and DVD logically builds on the last, so you achieve amazing results. You'll be absolutely amazed by how quickly you "get it"! Volume 1 is the beginners handbook and a must have for aspiring dancers. Our salsa dance instructional Video and Dance Lessons are for absolute beginners. Learn to move in minutes and be out on the floor in record time. A video for anyone & everyone! We cover every aspect of what Salsa is all about. The DVD includes great moves and ladies styling tips that will get you noticed. A full 2 hours of stellar dance instruction you can use tonight. This professional DVD will inspire you to get moving!
Visit www.salsadancedvd.com to begin your soon-to-be salsa addiction today!
Dont forget, salsa dancing is for everyone of every age group. Its a hypnotic dance style that will keep you dancing for hours and have everyone flocking to your side wanting to dance with you.
Dance is for every BODY! www.salsadancedvd.com
Evan Margolin shares his passion for salsa through DanceSF, the premier salsa studio in the Bay Area, his Learn to Salsa DVDs (http://www.salsadancedvd.com) and SalsaCrazy.com, a comprehensive guide to salsa news and events in the Bay Area.
Keywords: salsa, salsa dance, dance, salsa dancing, dancing, dance instruction
About the AuthorEvan Margolin, More Details about salsa, salsa dance, dance here. Evan Margolin shares his passion for salsa through his premier salsa studio DancsSF, in the Bay Area. Evan says, If you want to achieve the Dancers body, you have got to try PilatesforDancers. (http://www.PilatesforDancers.com)
Just like with anything in life, practice makes perfect. And with the right training and the right teacher - its possible!
Want to move to the Latin, salsa sounds of beating drums and rhythmic beats but not sure how to exactly move those hips or move those feet? Than consider http://www.salsadancedvd.com.
If youre afraid to step into a dance studio or visit your local salsa club for fear of embarrassment than SalsaDanceDVD.com is definitely for you!
Learning how to salsa dance is simple. There are a few basic salsa footwork patterns that youll need to know to get the hang of it. Once you master these simple steps and then learn how to connect these steps using the proper sequence of footwork, balance and body movement, it all becomes quite simple. Then all you need to know is how to move with your partner. Thats when it all becomes a piece of cake! Youll wonder why you never tried it sooner.
Once you master the basic steps, you can later move further along and continue to improve upon the steps youve previously learned. The salsa dance experience is addictive! Once you start, its difficult to stop. Youll feel energized and confident.
Your definitive guide to learn to salsa dance www.SalsaDanceDVD.com
Salsa is incredibly hot, and a lot of fun to do! Don't miss this DVD system that walks you through all the fundamentals of Salsa Dancing in a fun, social and energetic, step-by-step way! Each lesson and DVD logically builds on the last, so you achieve amazing results. You'll be absolutely amazed by how quickly you "get it"! Volume 1 is the beginners handbook and a must have for aspiring dancers. Our salsa dance instructional Video and Dance Lessons are for absolute beginners. Learn to move in minutes and be out on the floor in record time. A video for anyone & everyone! We cover every aspect of what Salsa is all about. The DVD includes great moves and ladies styling tips that will get you noticed. A full 2 hours of stellar dance instruction you can use tonight. This professional DVD will inspire you to get moving!
Visit www.salsadancedvd.com to begin your soon-to-be salsa addiction today!
Dont forget, salsa dancing is for everyone of every age group. Its a hypnotic dance style that will keep you dancing for hours and have everyone flocking to your side wanting to dance with you.
Dance is for every BODY! www.salsadancedvd.com
Evan Margolin shares his passion for salsa through DanceSF, the premier salsa studio in the Bay Area, his Learn to Salsa DVDs (http://www.salsadancedvd.com) and SalsaCrazy.com, a comprehensive guide to salsa news and events in the Bay Area.
Keywords: salsa, salsa dance, dance, salsa dancing, dancing, dance instruction
About the AuthorEvan Margolin, More Details about salsa, salsa dance, dance here. Evan Margolin shares his passion for salsa through his premier salsa studio DancsSF, in the Bay Area. Evan says, If you want to achieve the Dancers body, you have got to try PilatesforDancers. (http://www.PilatesforDancers.com)
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