Walt Medicis Dance Studio in Syracuse, New York
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The Quickstep

Name of Dance:Quickstep
Origin: The quickstep was evolved in the 1920s in United States jazz clubs from a combination of foxtrot, Charleston, Peabody, and shag. It incorporates musical styling from Africa and the Caribbean and was standardized with English influence. It is characterized by fast movement, often including a variety of hops, kicks, skips, lock steps and chassés.
Meter:4/4
Rhythm:Slow Slow Quick Quick
Styling Notes:Quickstep requires precise synchronization and close contact between dance partners.