slow waltz
Unhurried ballroom turn
A slow waltz is a ballroom dance in triple time performed at a leisurely tempo, typically around 90 beats per minute.
It emphasizes smooth, flowing movements and long, sweeping steps across the floor, distinguishing it from the faster Viennese waltz.
The slow waltz is a staple of competitive ballroom dancing: They glided through a slow waltz at the reception.
- ballroomVenue for formal dances
- ballroom dancingFormal partnered dance styles
- dance floorSpace designated for movement
- tempoRate of musical performance
- gracefulElegant in movement
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