History of The Waltz
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The waltz is a musical rhythm.
slow bail, originating from
Tyrol (Austria), in the 12th century. The
vals conquered its rank of
nobility during the year 1769
in Vienna, expanding
quickly through other countries.
Some authors believe that the
vals originated in the volte,
dance of three-time steps
practiced during the 16th century.
The word waltz was born in the
18th century, when the waltz became
introduced in the opera and in the
ballet. In its origin it had a
slow movement although, currently, it has become a dance of
live and fast rhythm. Its most significant characteristic is that its measures are
of three beats, that is, of 3/4. In the waltz time, the first beat always
is considered as the strong time (F), and the other two are weak (d). Thus, the
the pattern is "F, d, d". Upon hearing the word "waltz", it immediately relates to music.
classical. Frédéric Chopin, the great Polish pianist, contributed a wealth of
excellent waltzes for piano and, among them, the brief waltz called Waltz of
Minute. The Strauss family also stood out as great composers of waltzes.
especially Johann Strauss. In Latin America, there are various versions such as
the Venezuelan waltz, the Colombian waltz, the Brazilian waltz, the Ecuadorian waltz and
especially the Peruvian waltz with characteristics that differ from country to country.
We can say with certainty that both these composers and many others,
they have come to form a music that has participated in artistic development, so
important for humans. Surely we all will know pieces by Tchaikovsky
as famous as the Waltz from The Nutcracker, the Waltz from Sleeping Beauty or the
Waltz from The Swan Lake, just as we might have heard pieces from
Strauss such as Viennese Blood, the Wedding Waltz or the Waltz of
Emperor, all of them, pieces recommended by specialists in
music therapy.
The Viennese Waltz
This name is known for the dance of quick steps, at a time that
it ranges between 110 and 180 intervals per minute. There are also versions
slow (tempo of 60 to 80) known as English waltz or Boston. In the competitions of
dance, the Viennese waltz currently adheres to two forms: the style
international: dance partners always remain linked, which limits the
number of figures. This style of dance is much more elegant than: the style
American: a much freer dance, in this style the couple can separate and
carry out various figures. In the international Ballroom style, on the other hand, the
2 versions of Vals are more regulated in terms of speeds. The
Waltzes come with 58 - 60 beats per minute (174 - 180 beats per minute) and
The English Waltz at 28 - 30 beats per minute (84 - 90 intervals per minute).
The Tango Waltz
Argentine dance that is performed in three beats; the music is also called waltz.
tango.
The Criollo Waltz (Peruvian waltz)
Dance influenced by the black rhythms of Peru that developed over time.
20th century on the Peruvian coast, and particularly in the city of Lima. Its
the most famous composers and performers were Felipe Pinglo Alva, Lucho de la
Cuba, José Escajadillo, The Morochucos, The Creole Ambassadors or Chabuca
Granda, among others. Its rise was in the 40s and 50s, representing then the
most of the Peruvian musical production. Their steps are shorter and more
more syncopated than in traditional waltz. It is also usually faster. The waltzes
Creoles are inspired by romantic themes (Soul, Heart and Life, Idolatry), from the
Limeño idiosyncrasy (The Flower of Cinnamon, If Lima Could Speak, Stamping)
Limeña), on patriotic themes (And it's called Peru) and even sports-related (Peru
Champion). It is currently the most varied expression of Peruvian criollismo. As
the genre has recently been renewed by works of chill out musical fusion, or by
influence of jazz.
Other Forms of Waltzes
The traditional music and dance also include other waltzes.
more complex than the 3 time waltz, called asymmetric waltzes, generally of 5,
8 to 11 times. The extra times, in the waltz step, are danced.
alternately leaning on each leg, thus allowing a
slight elevation that accentuates the turns.