Adagio

Adagio

Adagio is a type of dance in which couples perform steps requiring great skill in synchronization, lifting, balancing, and turning. Typically displayed as two to four partners with lifts and tosses set to music. Also known as Double Stunts.

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Industry/Domain: Entertainment
Category: Circus
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adagio

Music; General music

Slow and stately; usually between 66-76 bpm

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adagio

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A tempo marking indicating that the music is to be played slowly.

adagio

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adagio

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Symbol in written music to show that the music should be played at low tempo.

adagio

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means slow, in dance it means a slow, sustained movement.

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