Instead of looking at specific dances, I should focus more on specific dance moves instead so that I can easily catch on when asked to dance.
So, I am scrapping my entire original plan. Cue gasp.
I decided to start with learning the basic waltz steps--a MUCH easier dance as I discovered in my last video. Then, I will learn the basic cha cha steps and then the basic salsa steps. These are at least my goals for now--they could change! But, as I'm finding out with this project, that's okay!
This week, I focused on mastering the basic waltz steps and rhythm. One of the things I struggled with last week was these basic steps and, although I had a fantastic lead, there will be times that I won't have that and will need to learn quickly on my feet (pun intended).
A waltz is a basic 3/4 time, which is where my piano knowledge came in handy. The rhythm is slow, quick quick, slow, quick quick. It reminded me of the play The King and I where Anna is trying to teach the king to dance.
Next week I will work on putting these ideas into practice. Wish me luck!