0 Introduction to Latin Blues

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 1

FOCUS: This lesson introduces Latin blues, exploring its historical roots and three main dance rhythms to adapt to different blues styles.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Dance with a slow, quick, quick rhythm.
• Dance with a quick, quick, slow rhythm.
• Dance with the habanera rhythm.
• Listen to the provided playlist before starting the course.
• Dance around your living room to get in the mood.
• Adjust your movement and dance style according to each song.

REMEMBER:

• Latin blues rhythms were common in blues during the 1940s and 1950s, introduced by figures like Jelly Roll Morton.
• A rhythm like habanera does not define a specific blues style; it can appear across different styles.
• Each song with Latin rhythms can vary in tempo and energy, requiring adaptation in dance.
• Latin rhythms in blues originated from Afro-Cuban influences, such as the habanera.
• The course will cover three main ways to dance to Latin blues music.
• Understanding the historical context helps appreciate the diversity in Latin blues dance.