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 * '''American/Smooth Waltz -''' This style is characterized by an optional open frame, allowing dancers to complete complex patterns with only one hand or no hands touching<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
 * '''International/Standard Waltz - '''This style is known for its closed hold and highly standardized movements. This form of Waltz is the most common form to be danced in [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]] around the world<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
-* '''Viennese Waltz -''' Unlike for other forms of waltz, the tempo for Viennese Waltz is nearly two hundred beats per minute. This is nearly twice the tempo used in other forms. Closed hold is less strict in Viennese Waltz than in Standard Waltz, allowing dancers to perform underarm turns and other other figures in open hold or shadow position. Because of its rapid pace, Viennese Waltz has less rise and fall and less sway than do other forms of Waltz<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
+* '''Viennese Waltz -''' Unlike for other forms of Waltz, the tempo for Viennese Waltz is nearly two hundred beats per minute. This is nearly twice the tempo used in other forms. Closed hold is less strict in Viennese Waltz than in Standard Waltz, allowing dancers to perform underarm turns and other figures in open hold or shadow position. Because of its rapid pace, Viennese Waltz has less rise and fall and less sway than do other forms of Waltz<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
-* '''Country Western Waltz -''' This style is danced at a tempo slightly slower than Viennese Waltz and includes many of the open hold characteristics of American Waltz. However, Country Western Waltz makes greater use of shadow position and running progressive steps than other styles<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
+* '''Country Western Waltz -''' This style is danced at a tempo slightly slower than Viennese Waltz and includes many of the open hold characteristics of American Waltz. However, Country Western Waltz makes greater use of shadow position and running progressive steps than other styles<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>. Country Western Waltz is mainly restricted to social atmospheres, seldom appearing in competitions.
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 Waltz continued to grow in popularity through the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gaining in both legitimacy and formality<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. It is worth noting that the early hold for Waltz was far more relaxed than it is today<ref>Dodworth, A. (1900). Dancing and its Relation to Education and Social Life. New York and London: Harper & Brothers.</ref>. For instance, in early Waltz, the leader's left arm was lowered, and his right arm was wrapped low around the follower's back<ref>Dodworth, A. (1900). Dancing and its Relation to Education and Social Life. New York and London: Harper & Brothers.</ref>. This contrasts sharply with the more modern hold illustrated in the "Technique" section above. This change in frame was likely caused by the shift in the role of Waltz on the dancefloor in the early 20th century.
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-Waltz had become the primary social dance in England by the mid-19th century, and retained this honor until World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The first dance to surpass Waltz in popularity was the Foxtrot, which "crept in, like a cat, from America<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>" just before World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The Foxtrot was premiered by famous exhibition dancers [[Vernon and Irene Castle]], and boomed in popularity during the War<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. By 1911, rag music and jazz had both arrived in England from America, and were inspiring new rhythmic dances like the Onestep, the Twostep, Quickstep, and many others<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. Many of these dances were far more salacious than the waltz, and quickly displaced it as the social dances of choice<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. However, unlike many other older dances, waltz did not disappear. Instead, it moved into more formal settings and into [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]]. In order to adapt to this changed setting, waltz became far more regimented and formally defined<ref>History of Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/waltz.htm</ref>. During this process, the Waltz frame was developed to have a more regal appearance, reflecting its new position as the primary formal ballroom dance<ref>Miller, G. (n.d.). The History of the Waltz. Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://dance.lovetoknow.com/history-dance/history-waltz</ref>. This remains the place of Waltz to the present day.
+Waltz had become the primary social dance in England by the mid-19th century, and retained this honor until World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The first dance to surpass Waltz in popularity was the Foxtrot, which "crept in, like a cat, from America<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>" just before World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The Foxtrot was premiered by famous exhibition dancers [[Vernon and Irene Castle]], and boomed in popularity during the War<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. By 1911, rag music and jazz had both arrived in England from America, and were inspiring new rhythmic dances like the Onestep, the Twostep, Quickstep, and many others<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. Many of these dances were far more salacious than the Waltz, and quickly displaced it as the social dances of choice<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. However, unlike many other older dances, Waltz did not disappear. Instead, it moved into more formal settings and into [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]]. In order to adapt to this changed setting, Waltz became far more regimented and formally defined<ref>History of Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/waltz.htm</ref>. During this process, the Waltz frame was developed to have a more regal appearance, reflecting its new position as the primary formal ballroom dance<ref>Miller, G. (n.d.). The History of the Waltz. Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://dance.lovetoknow.com/history-dance/history-waltz</ref>. This remains the place of Waltz to the present day.
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 Waltz continued to grow in popularity through the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gaining in both legitimacy and formality<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. It is worth noting that the early hold for Waltz was far more relaxed than it is today<ref>Dodworth, A. (1900). Dancing and its Relation to Education and Social Life. New York and London: Harper & Brothers.</ref>. For instance, in early Waltz, the leader's left arm was lowered, and his right arm was wrapped low around the follower's back<ref>Dodworth, A. (1900). Dancing and its Relation to Education and Social Life. New York and London: Harper & Brothers.</ref>. This contrasts sharply with the more modern hold illustrated in the "Technique" section above. This change in frame was likely caused by the shift in the role of Waltz on the dancefloor in the early 20th century.
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-Waltz had become the primary social dance in England by the mid-19th century, and retained this honor until World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The first dance to surpass Waltz in popularity was the Foxtrot, which "crept in, like a cat, from America<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>" just before World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The Foxtrot was premiered by famous exhibition dancers [[Vernon and Irene Castle]], and boomed in popularity during the War<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. By 1918, rag music and jazz had both arrived in England from America, and were inspiring new rhythmic dances like the Onestep, the Twostep, Quickstep, and many others<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. Many of these dances were far more salacious than the waltz, and quickly displaced it as the social dances of choice<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. However, unlike many other older dances, waltz did not disappear. Instead, it moved into more formal settings and into [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]]. In order to adapt to this changed setting, waltz became far more regimented and formally defined<ref>History of Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/waltz.htm</ref>. During this process, the Waltz frame was developed to have a more regal appearance, reflecting its new position as the primary formal ballroom dance<ref>Miller, G. (n.d.). The History of the Waltz. Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://dance.lovetoknow.com/history-dance/history-waltz</ref>. This remains the place of Waltz to the present day.
+Waltz had become the primary social dance in England by the mid-19th century, and retained this honor until World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The first dance to surpass Waltz in popularity was the Foxtrot, which "crept in, like a cat, from America<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>" just before World War I<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. The Foxtrot was premiered by famous exhibition dancers [[Vernon and Irene Castle]], and boomed in popularity during the War<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. By 1911, rag music and jazz had both arrived in England from America, and were inspiring new rhythmic dances like the Onestep, the Twostep, Quickstep, and many others<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. Many of these dances were far more salacious than the waltz, and quickly displaced it as the social dances of choice<ref>A History of the Development of Ballroom Dancing in the U.K. 1918-1939. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.wellingtonschoolofdance.co.uk/a-history-of-the-development-of-ballroom-dancing-in-the-uk-1918-1939</ref>. However, unlike many other older dances, waltz did not disappear. Instead, it moved into more formal settings and into [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]]. In order to adapt to this changed setting, waltz became far more regimented and formally defined<ref>History of Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/waltz.htm</ref>. During this process, the Waltz frame was developed to have a more regal appearance, reflecting its new position as the primary formal ballroom dance<ref>Miller, G. (n.d.). The History of the Waltz. Retrieved May 11, 2017, from http://dance.lovetoknow.com/history-dance/history-waltz</ref>. This remains the place of Waltz to the present day.
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 Up until the introduction of Waltz into the English ballroom scene in 1812, social dancing in England had largely been dominated by forms of [[contradance|contra dancing]]<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. These styles were typified by minimal body contact and the regular changing of partners<ref>Contra Dance - History of Contra Dancing. (n.d.). Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancefacts.net/dance-list/contra-dance/</ref>. This form of social dancing had been the main feature of English ballrooms for hundreds of years, so the Waltz, with its close frame, body contact, and constant turning, came as a shock<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>.
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-Waltz's entrance into England is traced to a single dance club in London. Almack's Assembly Rooms, located in the heart of St. James's on King Street, was an elite ballroom that reached a peak during the Regency. Here, members of London's fashionable elite would gather for Wednesday evening balls, often as a way to search for matchmaking opportunities<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. In fact, Almack's was "notorious" as a "marriage market" for debutantes<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. When waltz was introduced into this charged social scene, it instantly became both popular and notorious<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. Because the hold for waltz was so close and sustained, it was interpreted as highly lascivious. Lord Byron was among the early skeptics, having seen the waltz performed soon after its introduction. He anonymously published a poem to express his thoughts, appearing in 1813 and titled, "Waltz: An Apostrophic Hymn<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>." The following is an excerpt.
+Waltz's entrance into England is traced to a single dance club in London. Almack's Assembly Rooms, located in the heart of St. James's on King Street, was an elite ballroom that reached a peak during the Regency. Here, members of London's fashionable elite would gather for Wednesday evening balls, often as a way to search for matchmaking opportunities<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. In fact, Almack's was "notorious" as a "marriage market" for debutantes<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. When Waltz was introduced into this charged social scene, it instantly became both popular and notorious<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>. Because the hold for waltz was so close and sustained, it was interpreted as highly lascivious. Lord Byron was among the early skeptics, having seen the waltz performed soon after its introduction. He anonymously published a poem to express his thoughts, appearing in 1813 and titled, "Waltz: An Apostrophic Hymn<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>." The following is an excerpt.
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 ==Technique==
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-Many varieties of waltz exist, as detailed in the Varieties section. The most common variety, though, is known as [[Ballroom Dance Categorization|International Waltz]] or [[Ballroom Dance Categorization|Standard Waltz]]. In its most basic form, Standard Waltz is characterized by closed hold [[frame]] and the Closed Change step patterns. Throughout all of its figures and steps, Standard Waltz is recognizable for its smooth, sliding grace and its rise-and-fall movements.
+Many varieties of waltz exist, as detailed in the "Varieties of Waltz" section. The most common variety, though, is known as [[Ballroom Dance Categorization|International Waltz]] or [[Ballroom Dance Categorization|Standard Waltz]]. In its most basic form, Standard Waltz is characterized by closed hold [[frame]] and the Closed Change step patterns. Throughout all of its figures and steps, Standard Waltz is recognizable for its smooth, sliding grace and its rise-and-fall movements.
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 ==Varieties of Waltz==
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-Over time, waltz has evolved into many differentiated styles. These styles include:
+Over time, waltz has evolved into many differentiated [[Ballroom Dance Categorization|styles]]. These styles include:
 * '''American/Smooth Waltz -''' This style is characterized by an optional open frame, allowing dancers to complete complex patterns with only one hand or no hands touching<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.
 * '''International/Standard Waltz - '''This style is known for its closed hold and highly standardized movements. This form of Waltz is the most common form to be danced in [[Ballroom Dance Competition|Ballroom competitions]] around the world<ref> Wells, P. (n.d.). The Different Styles of Waltz Dancing. Retrieved May 10, 2017, from http://www.dancetime.com/waltz-dance-styles-1835/ </ref>.

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-Because Waltz is the oldest modern Ballroom Dance, it is arguably also the dance most closely associated with the Ballroom style of dance<ref> Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 10, 2017, from https://www.americandancesportcenter.com/waltz</ref>. Despite its origins as the most erotic dance of the Victorian era<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>, Waltz today is mainly thought of in the context of ball gowns, manners, and high society<ref>Tsioulcas, A. (2014, June 18). A Rhythm That Has Waltzed Away With Hearts. Retrieved May 14, 2017, from http://www.npr.org/sections/deceptivecadence/2014/06/18/322930952/a-rhythm-thats-waltzed-away-with-hearts.</ref>. This impression is reinforced by the place of Waltz as one of the most popular First Dances at weddings<ref>The History Behind The First Dance. (2015, March 10). Retrieved May 14, 2017, from http://windycityweddingdance.com/history-behind-first-dance</ref>. While Waltz is sometimes thought of as outdated, Waltz music continues to be produced, as in Bruno Mars' 2012 "If I Knew" and Norah Jones' 2001 "Come Away With Me."
+Because Waltz is the oldest modern Ballroom Dance, it is arguably also the dance most closely associated with the Ballroom style of dance<ref> Waltz. (n.d.). Retrieved May 10, 2017, from https://www.americandancesportcenter.com/waltz</ref>. Despite its origins as the most erotic dance of the Victorian era<ref>Wilson, C. A. (n.d.). The Arrival of the Waltz in England, 1812. BRANCH. Retrieved May 9, 2017, from http://www.branchcollective.org/?ps_articles=cheryl-a-wilson-the-arrival-of-the-waltz-in-england-1812</ref>, Waltz today is mainly thought of in the context of ball gowns, manners, and high society<ref>Tsioulcas, A. (2014, June 18). A Rhythm That Has Waltzed Away With Hearts. Retrieved May 14, 2017, from http://www.npr.org/sections/deceptivecadence/2014/06/18/322930952/a-rhythm-thats-waltzed-away-with-hearts.</ref>. This impression is reinforced by the place of Waltz as one of the most popular First Dances at weddings<ref>The History Behind The First Dance. (2015, March 10). Retrieved May 14, 2017, from http://windycityweddingdance.com/history-behind-first-dance</ref>. While Waltz is sometimes thought of as outdated, Waltz music continues to be produced, as in Bruno Mars' 2012 "If I Knew" and Norah Jones' 2001 "Come Away With Me." Waltz is regularly featured in popular televised dance competitions such as "Dancing With the Stars<ref>Tsioulcas, A. (2014, June 18). A Rhythm That Has Waltzed Away With Hearts. Retrieved May 14, 2017, from http://www.npr.org/sections/deceptivecadence/2014/06/18/322930952/a-rhythm-thats-waltzed-away-with-hearts.</ref>."
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