Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Historic Civil War Dance Lessons

By Mara Hernandez-Capili

When we hear the words Civil War these words suddenly come into mind: blood, death, war, and disaster. But then again there are still other things that comes to other peoples' minds when it comes to Civil War and these are: dance, grace and modesty. In this article we will see several characteristics of the Civil War Dance.

Civil War Dance is modest. Its steps consists of very simple square and linear formation. It includes basic steps which is often repetitive. It makes use of either very slow tunes or melodies and repeating beats. The dance is also called as the Victorian Era dance where the past culture of America in ballrooms are exhibited.

Civil War Dance makes use of a pairing system. The pairing system consists of a boy and a girl. Dancing in pairs is commonly known as a customary dance form which expressess simplicity and eleggance. It is also advisable for pairs to mingle around and pair with other people because it spells good sense and manners. It is the polite thing to do in balls during those times. One should never be conformed to a single partner only because good manners entail that you should mingle and socialize with the crowd.

It is also an event where people show off their dignitaries and their social status: being invited in the house of a very ealthy and influencial person dictates wealth and power. Civil War Dance is a form of festivity, a ritual for men and women to socialize and bond with each other. It is also a time where men put on their best suit and women don on their most impressive gowns.

There will be Historic Civil Aar Dance lessons, all complete with costumes and a guided instructor at Fredericksburg.

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