7 Terms
Contributors in Historical dance
Historical dance
Carole
Dance; Historical dance
A mediaeval European dance in a ring, chain, or linked circle, performed to the singing of the dancers. An indefinite number of persons participated, linking arms and following the step of the ...
Mediaeval dance
Dance; Historical dance
An understanding of dance in Europe in the Middle Ages that are limited and fragmentary, being composed of some depictions in paintings and illuminations, a few musical examples of what may be ...
Kopanitsa
Dance; Historical dance
Kopanitsa (also Gankino horo) is a family of lively folk dances from Western Bulgaria written in 11/8 meter.
Gankino horo
Dance; Historical dance
Gankino horo (also Kopanitsa) is a family of lively folk dances from Western Bulgaria written in 11/8 meter.
Hora
Dance; Historical dance
It is a type of circle dance originating in the Balkans but also found in other countries. The Hora is popular during wedding celebrations and festivals, and is an essential part of the social ...
Hambo
Dance; Historical dance
Swedish folk dance in three-four time. The dance is also danced in North America in the social clubs formed by immigrant Swedes and during breaks at contradance venues.
Limbo
Dance; Historical dance
Limbo is a popular form of dance that originated on the island of Trinidad. The dancer moves to a Caribbean rhythm, then leans backward and dances under a horizontal pole without touching it. Upon ...
