Vals Musicality (Argentine Waltz)

Vals Musicality 🌹🎼

The Argentine Vals combines the elegance of Viennese Waltz with the passion of Tango, set to a 3/4 time signature. Originating in Argentina and Uruguay in 1910, Vals is characterized by a 1-2-3 rhythm and a quick tempo. Light & lyrical, Vals features circular flow and a fast tempo resulting in a light and dreamy dance that feels like you're floating across the floor.

Here are some musicality tips to make your Vals truly shine:

🌪 Fast Tempo: Vals features a quick tempo (150 and 240 beats per minute) which is faster than Viennese Waltz. While this can seem daunting, don't worry - you'll rarely (if ever) step on every beat.

🎼 Vals Rhythms:

Base Rhythm:
A common way to dance Vals is to step only on the first beat of each measure. Given the speed, this is an excellent way to begin and is great to use throughout your dancing.
1 (2) (3) | 1 (2) (3) - Step Pause Pause | Step Pause Pause

Double Tempo with (1-2):
A common Vals rhythm is to step on the 1 and 2 of the first measure, and then step on the 1st beat of the next measure.
1 2 (3) | 1 (2) (3) - Step Step Pause | Step Pause Pause

Double Time (3-1):
Another Vals rhythm is to step on the 1 and the 3 of the first measure, and then step on the 1st beat of the next measure.
1 (2) 3 | 1 (2) (3) - Step Pause Step | Step Pause Pause

🔄 Keep It Flowing
While Argentine Tango dancers often add pauses to their dancing (to embellish, reconnect, or for dramatic effect), the music of Vals encourages dancers to keep it going and keep it flowing. Don't stop dancing during a Vals.

Let the music be your guide as you float across the floor enjoying the beauty of Vals! 🌹✨

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