Boogie-woogie appeared in the United States in the second half of the 19th century. as a kind of "black" ("hot", non-commercial, performed by African Americans) jazz, performed mainly on the piano. The name of the style appeared even later, at the beginning of the XX century. and came from the jargon "boogie" - the peak of pleasure. After the Second World War, Hollywood films with characteristic dances were shown in Europe, and the compactness of the movements of the boogie-woogie dance just matched the format of entertainment in the increasingly popular small halls and clubs.
Instructions
Step 1
Partners (man and woman) keep close to each other. Movements on the dance floor are energetic, correspond to the very fast tempo of the music, are not sweeping and can fit in a square meter by meter. Maneuvering between other pairs is not prohibited.
Step 2
Much attention is paid to the technique of the legs. All kinds of steps, spins, lifts and virtuoso movements are allowed. Their effectiveness lies not in the complexity of the movements themselves, but in the speed, that is, in the tempo of the music.
Step 3
The partner in the dance traditionally plays the role of the follower, and the partner plays the role of the leader. An important role is played by improvisation, the ability to anticipate the movement of a partner, to anticipate intentions. By gradually building up your baggage of supports, steps and movements, you can hone your improvisational skills. Add new movements, vary old ones, follow or lead your partner.
Step 4
Boogie-woogie music is fast, in 4/4 size, with characteristic measured ("walking") bass movements. As a rule, these are old themes of classic rock and roll.