Ball-Room Dancing Without a Master
Mastering Ballroom Dance with Grace and EleganceBy Anonymous
Length2h
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In "Ball-Room Dancing Without a Master," the Anonymous author offers a unique examination of social dance as a reflection of the human experience, blending practical instruction with cultural commentary. The text navigates the emerging dance forms of the early 19th century, articulating the intricate footwork and movements that defined ballroom dancing while delving into the social dynamics and etiquettes that accompanied such communal activities. Written in an accessible yet engaging style, the book serves as both an instructional guide and a social history, revealing the subtle interplay between individual expression and collective experience in the ballroom. The anonymity of the author hints at a broader societal phenomenon: the democratization of dance during a period of social transformation. This shift often elevated the common citizen in social settings, fostering new gender roles and expectations. The author's intent appears to embrace the spirit of the time, advocating for a dance culture that invites participation across class lines, allowing readers to explore their own identities within the framework of these dances. "Ball-Room Dancing Without a Master" is highly recommended for enthusiasts of historical dance, social history, and anyone looking to appreciate the elegance and camaraderie of ballroom culture. Through its insightful exploration of dance, the book not only instructs but also celebrates the joy and creativity found within communal experiences.
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GenreOther
Length2 hrs
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Principal Dances in Popular Use.
26THE GORLITZA.
2Ball-Room Dancing
27THE NEW VALSE.
3BALL-ROOM TOILETTE.
28POP GOES THE WEASEL.
4ETIQUETTE OF THE BALL-ROOM.
29MERRIE ENGLAND.
5THE QUADRILLE.
30POLKA COUNTRY DANCE.
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6CHEAT FIGURE.
31THE TRIUMPH.
7JIG FIGURE.
32HIGHLAND REEL.
8BASKET FIGURE.
33ARKANSAS TRAVELLER.
9DOUBLE QUADRILLE.
34PORTLAND FANCY FIGURE, "TEMPEST."
10THE POLKA.
35CAMPTOWN HORNPIPE.
11THE SCHOTTISCHE.
36JORDAN AM A HARD ROAD.
12THE REDOWA.
37SOLDIER'S JOY.
13POLKA MAZOURKA.
38LONDON POLKA QUADRILLE.
14SPANISH WALTZ.
39FLOWER GIRL'S DANCE.
15THE VALSE à DEUX TEMPS.
40CIRCASSIAN CIRCLE.
16THE GALOP.
41TEMPEST.
17THE MAZOURKA VALSE.
42RUSTIC REEL.
18THE WALTZ COTILLION.
43DEVIL'S DREAM.
19LANCERS.
44GLOSSARY OF FRENCH TERMS USED IN DANCING.
20THE TEMPÊTE.
45Elocution Made Easy.
21THE CALEDONIANS.
46Bashfulness Cured.
22COUPLE DANCES.
47GRAMMAR MADE EASY.
23THE NEW VALSE COTILLION.
48HOW TO BE AN ORATOR.
24VIRGINIA REEL,
49LETTER WRITING MADE
25THE VARSOVIANA.
50EASY,
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