What are Embellishments in Tango?

Education & Career
Mar 2013, Tue

Embellishments Can Be Used in Half Beats.

In tango dancing, embellishments are very important. The embellishments used must absolutely be focused on making the dance look beautiful. Embellishments that are fully compatible with the music must be added to the dance. Embellishments can be placed during pauses in the dance. When stepping during the dance, embellishments can also be used to accentuate the half beat. In fast tango music with a high rhythm, sharp and short embellishments can be performed.

Embellishments with the Free Leg Are Also Used.

When dancing to slower and more melancholic music, lyrical embellishments can be incorporated. The female dancer uses embellishments to stylishly showcase the steps initiated by the male dancer. In this dance, the leg on which the female dancer places her weight moves according to the male dancer's directions. Her other leg remains free. The female dancer can use her free leg for embellishments as needed.