The origins of reggae music have a broad spectrum of influences. African drums, American rhythm and blues and jazz mix together. Jamaica is the homeland of reggae, but they dance it all over the world now. These steps help the dancers to follow the beat and know what to do in "upbeat" as well.
Steps
Step 1. Get ready to dance even if there's a reggae song you've never heard before
The second half of each bar is followed by an "upbeat", and the bass contrasts with the steady rhythm generated by the conga, bongo, or other type of African drum. Other instruments that produce the reggae rhythm are electric guitar, drums, woodwinds and small sections of brass, bass and keyboards.
Step 2. Express personality through movement
The origins of reggae lie in the Caribbean region, but when Africans left the area, the struggle of race, gender and social class was evoked through body movements. Social ideas can be different from person to person, and therefore dancing is a personal representation of everyone.
Step 3. Know the differences between the different reggae eras
Each of the 4 eras is characterized by a distinct sonority that everyone should be able to distinguish to understand what to expect when one is performed. The most popular form of reggae today is dancehall which has caught on more than the others since 1983.
Ska was a popular form of reggae from 1960 to 1966. Immediately replacing it in 1966 was rock steady, which retained its appeal until 1968. The following year (1969), reggae gained popularity. admiration returning to its origins until it was replaced by dancehall in 1983
Step 4. Enjoy reggae regardless of your nationality
The lyrics and music generally offer a Jamaican perspective on politics, economics, and social issues, but the audience it addresses is not limited to Jamaicans. All are considered reggae audiences if the attendees are interested in reggae music and Jamaica.
Step 5. Discuss political, social and economic issues through dance
The dance has always been a representation of society throughout history. Reggae is a contemporary sound that incorporates traditional practices of symbolic music and modern issues, to express an individual's belief and point of view.
Step 6. Share the dance floor
In reggae, the dance floor is a public space. While it is important to express yourself, remember that others have their point of view too. Move, listen and learn to improve your understanding and movements.
Step 7. Shake your butt
It's easy to get caught up in the movements of the arms, legs, head and even chest, but the lower back is an equally powerful part of the body for communicating. Known as "batty moves," women repel oppressors and class creation with this back-to-back dance step.
Step 8. Move in the flow of "resizing"
"Originating from the English word" rhythm "," ridim "is the main component of reggae music and is instrumental in understanding how to dance it. This constant rhythm generates the discussion of life through dance.
