Dominican bachata

It is a genre of Latin American music that originated in the Dominican Republic in the first half of the 20th century. The first recorded compositions of bachata were done by Jose Manuel Calderon from the Dominican Republic. The regional term used to name the genre was Amargue, until the rather ambiguous term bachata became popular. The form of dance, bachata, also developed with the music. During the 1960s and early 1970s, it was seen as music of the lower class by Dominican elites. The…

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Bachata, a smooth and sensual dance with hip movements and a syncopation or tap steps, has a Dominican Republic origin and is now practiced worldwide.

Aventura Dominican Bachata Group

Merengue and bachata are at the core of Dominican life every day, in every neighborhood, in every corner. Learn their history, social role, and movements.

Keep Calm and Dance Bachata. A great slogan to live by!

• SUN Aug 12th: 2-Hour Beginner Bachata Workshop Time: 7:00-9:00 PM with Josie Neglia Price: $22 -Wine, water and snacks provided. -Come alone or with a partner. Learn one very cool Bachata Combination/Routine with tons of details and repetition so that you can walk away confident and ready to use it every time you hit the social dance floor! THINGS YOU WILL LEARN AS A BEGINNER STUDENT: 1. Learn how to be an active Student while taking class. What instruction to listen for, look for, and how…

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