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How Liquid Dancing Came To Be |
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Written by Chris Channing
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Tuesday, 20 May 2008 |
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Much like the name would suggest, liquid dancing is a dance form that simulates a very fluid type motion. Liquid dancing often incorporates funk, interpretive dancing, and even some aspects of the breakdance moves that have become popular over the decades.
by ChrisChanning
Much like the name would suggest, liquid dancing is a dance form that simulates a very fluid type motion. Liquid dancing often incorporates funk, interpretive dancing, and even some aspects of the breakdance moves that have become popular over the decades.
The common liquid dance routine will borrow several aspects of other dancing styles, and thus, it is said to be just a mixture of other styles of dance. Others claim that it is a style by itself, as it uses several principles not found in other dancing techniques. In either case, the liquid dance style takes root in the 80's and 90's eras- meaning it does indeed have a true history and time.
Liquid dancing is simple enough to get down in theory, but actually going about doing the dance when in the midst of others can prove to be a task in itself. Liquid dancing focuses on being in tune with rhythm, in which case just reading about the dance moves will do little for those who wish to practice the acclaimed dancing style. Without the rhythm in check, it's said that liquid dancing is not being performed.
Popular moves in the liquid dancing technique include the techniques named "builds," "waves," and "traces." The build is something like you'd see from a mime- it involves interacting with an object that is imaginary, yet the interaction is made to be believable. Waves and traces both use the hands to simulate fluid movements- whether it be outlining one's own body or simulating waves with the arms and hands.
Glowsticking doesn't sound like it would have much use in the tranquil and peaceful moves of the liquid dance movement, but indeed it does. Glowsticks are very often used to supplement the motions of a liquid dance, so as to give more of an expression, meaning, and visual appeal to the dance that one is performing. It is very popular among raves, trance music gatherings, and other related events. The usage of glowsticks is not always permitted in some clubs, however.
When it comes to actually learning about the ins and outs of glowsticking, liquid dancing, and the dancing styles that are used in liquid dancing, it is important to consult videos of some nature. Videos will allow one to repeat steps and moves that are very visual oriented. Simply reading about such moves will do little to give hopeful liquid dancers a healthy introduction into the dancing style. Getting online videos or videos from the local rental store can prove to be a cheap and yet effective way to learn an entire dancing style within days.
In Conclusion
Because liquid dancing is so free form and independent, virtually anyone could make up their own ways of liquid dancing and pass it off as the real thing. As long as fluid movements and a sensible amount of rhythm are observed, the dancing style can be considered liquid dancing. However, it's good to learn more on the subject from others at raves, clubs, and parties- not to mention renting videos and reading more on the vast subject of liquid dancing wherever possible.
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