BOLERO

        "The romantic Bolero is the slowest of the Latin dances. It combines controlled movements with dramatic expression of the music."

 

History:

The Bolero has the same Afro-Cuban roots as the Rumba and its thought to have originated from Cuban or Spanish folk dances such as Danzon and Beguine.

 

Characteristics:

The Bolero has some different characteristics from its Cuban relative the Rumba. Its long sweeping side steps use of rise and fall create the softness that makes this dance unique among the rhythm dances. The expanding and contacting dance position makes a very dramatic and romantic statement.