19 Quick Quick Slow

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 1

FOCUS: This lesson introduces the quick-quick-slow rhythm in Latin Blues, contrasting it with the previously learned slow-quick-quick rhythm and explaining how it relates to musical groove.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Step on beats one, two, and three for quick-quick-slow.
• In quick-quick-slow, the quick steps take you out and the slow step brings you back under the body.
• Practice in closed position with a partner by stepping in different directions.
• Use counts like 'seven and one' to time the rhythm.

REMEMBER:

• Quick-quick-slow is not connected to the habanera rhythm like slow-quick-quick is.
• The rhythm choice depends on the groove created by different instruments in the music.
• The same body movement can be placed differently on the music to create distinct rhythms.
• The slow step changes direction, while quick steps are centered under the body.