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Modern Jive has a rich history rooted in the original dance movements of the early 1920s, from which the Jitterbug and Tango emerged. In the 1980s, the dance movements found renewed life through the street clubs of Ceroc, Leroc, and French Jive, from which, they took their names. In the 1990s, the three names were summarised as Modern Jive by Christine Keeble. All forms of Modern Jive include dances from the Swing and Rock and Roll eras, and new steps added by teachers of the dance movement.
In Modern Jive, the dance is led by the male, however, when three people become involved in the dance it is known as Double-Trouble. Modern Jive can be danced to many forms of music, as long as, the beat is between 108 (120) to 160 beats per minute. Rock Step was introduced to help the beginner learn the steps of the dance but it confused those who progressed and accomplished the dance and it is now, simply, Step Footwork. Step Footwork forces a change every beat and slows the velocity of the dance.
There are many Modern Jive events, with some clubs featuring nights specifically designed for these events. There are championships and weekender—three day events that begin on Friday evening—events in Modern Jive.
Modern Jive Competitions are judged on 4-criteria:
• Musicality—How well the couple interprets the music through their movements.
• Content and Execution—The variety of moves and how well they are executed.
• Style and Technique—The style of dance they have chosen and the technique they use to perform it.
• Presentation—The style of the dance, the dress, etc.
With the rise of reality shows, everyone has become enamored of dancing and singing. While not everyone can sing, most people have the basic skills to dance. Dancing was a means to communicate long before man realized he could share language and text with people from other countries and areas around the globe. When people dance they talk a special language.
Dancing creates an atmosphere of joy, boisterous fun, or has taken the place of violence as with the street dances that answer the need of the youth to prove their skills. Reality shows that feature ballroom dancing have brought together generations of people who see the value of talent and want to learn from one another. Dancing can also increase your circle of friends and add dimension to your life.
Imagine learning the languages of dance through the passion of the Tango, to the elegance of the Waltz. Our website will help you to learn the dance steps. You will be able to dance with passion and certainty as you Tango with your partner to the rapid beat of Latin music. The man or woman that masters the Tango will master the language of seduction and know the thrill of the dance, like no other.
With the easy steps of the Waltz, your partner feels the gentle soul of your love. Leading and being led through a dance that speaks to the young and the elderly, while listening to the most remarkable chords of music ever written. There is passion, love, and serenity in the steps of the Waltz and in the minds of the partners as they glide across the dance floor.
So many weddings, so much to learn but we can help you there too. We will help you learn Ballroom dancing that will have your family watching in awe as you glide across the floor. There are books and DVDs on the site to help you learn the Samba, or the moves to many Latin beats that you will encounter as you experience the excitement of joining the many others that are crazy for Modern Jive and dance.
We also feature help for the beginner whose steps might be somewhat clumsy, at first. But, with practice and the knowledge we give you, you too, will be dancing with the stars. Other features, on our website, are links that will lead you to sites that will help you improve your moves, as well as, keep you up-to-date on the latest in street dancing and events.
Please bookmark our site and return often to learn everything you will ever want to know about Modern Jive and Dance. Share our link with your friends and enjoy learning to dance.