Tango

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Origin Argentina, late 19th century
Venue Ballroom
2 composers Roberto Firpo, Franciso Canaro
Time signature 2/4
Tempo Slow Crotchet = 66
Rhythm Syncopation, dotted rhythms and staccato notes
Phrase length if melody regular, usually 2 or 4 bar phrases
Melody Chromatic and jazzy, lyrical melody over spiky accompaniment
Instruments Bandoneon, Violin, Piano, Double Bass
Dance moves Paired, close hold, main interest from legs, fast steps and stalking type of walk.
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