Product Description

Volume V continues the tradition of The Romance of Mid-19th Century Couple Dances/ Waltz, Polka, Galop and Mazurka. This volume introduces a kaleidoscope of 24 variations on these romantic classics. By the Victorian era, these dances had developed intricate embellishments and improvisational sequences which heralded the freedoms of the 20th century ballroom/ the Waltz burgeoned into multiple turning patterns, the Polka developed whimsical variations, the Galop rose to a new level of expertise, and the Mazurka blossomed into virtuosic displays. As with all the HOW TO DANCE THROUGH TIME videos, the dances are introduced with a concise, historical overview illustrated with authentic photographs and drawings. All the steps are carefully researched from authentic period manuscripts. Each instruction shows close up views and slow motion so that easy learning is possible. Professional dancers demonstrate step details. Following the instructional section, dancers perform all the dances with the authentic music and fashions of the era. Production of the How-To Dance Through Time series follows rave reviews from critics, dance experts, libraries, colleges, dance lovers, and historians who have enthusiastically embraced the two volume video set, DANCETIME! 500 Years of Social Dance.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #35639 in VHS
• Released on: 2001-08-01
• Rating: G (General Audience)
• Formats: Color, NTSC
• Number of tapes: 1
• Running time: 55 minutes

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In fact, through well organized instruction, professional cinematography, sumptuous period costumes, and the cheerfully stentorian narration of Dance through Time founder Carol Teten, they provide an unexpectedly engaging look at dance forms of times past. --Dance Teacher Now

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Social dance, history, technique, and researched choreography all come together in Dancetime Publications latest videos....this ideal addition to any traditional ballroom dancer s video collection. --Dancing U.S.A.

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Anyone with an interest in social history and culture will greatly enjoy these glimpses into the past. --Library Journal