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The waltz first became fashionable in
Vienna
around the
1780s, spreading to many other countries in the years to
follow. The waltz, and especially its closed position,
became the example for the creation of many other ballroom
dances. Subsequently, new types of waltz have developed,
including many folk and several ballroom dances. In the 19th
century the word primarily indicated that the dance was a
turning one; one would "waltz" in the
polka to
indicate rotating rather than going straight forward without
turning. This is an excellent dance for beginners
because it teaches you basic weight changes at a slow and
comfortable pace.
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