INTRODUCTORY TEXT
Ballroom dance refers to a set of partner dances, which are enjoyed both
socially and competitively around the world.
Because of its performance and
entertainment aspects, ballroom dance is also widely enjoyed on stage, film,
and...
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INTRODUCTORY TEXT
Ballroom dance refers to a set of partner dances, which are enjoyed both
socially and competitively around the world.
Because of its performance and
entertainment aspects, ballroom dance is also widely enjoyed on stage, film,
and television.
Ballroom dance may refer, at its widest, to almost any type of social
dancing as recreation.
However, with the emergence of dancesport in
modern times, the term has become narrower in scope.
It usually refers to
the International Standard and International Latin style dances.
These
styles were developed in England, and are now regulated by the World
Dance Council (WDC).
In the United States, two additional variations are
popular: American Smooth and American Rhythm.
There are also a number of historical dances, and local or national dances,
which may be danced in ballrooms or salons.
Sequence dancing, in pairs or
other formations, is still a popular style of ballroom dance.
The term ballroom dancing is derived from the
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