Considered to be the American Wedding Dance, the Waltz boasts it’s popularity in the USA and all over the world.
Originally called the Walzen (because of it’s German roots), the Waltz was met with much opposition because of it’s scandalously closed position. In the 18th Century, the aged generation were horrified at such suggestive touching, with a man’s hand around the waist of his partner. Despite it’s unwelcomed beginnings, the Waltz quickly became the predominant dance of the day. Royalty and common folk both enjoyed it’s unique 1-2-3 tempo (3 beats to one measure of music).
Though there are many variations, the Waltz has held it’s popularity to this day.
