These are essentially divided into two
categories:
The authentic, traditional dances that fall lately into the domain of the
folkloric, many of these dances vary from region-to-region, and generally
involve a rhythmic character as opposed to a set of choreographic
distinctions.
The standardized expression of popular Latin dances embraced by cultures
other than Hispanic, such as the Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Bolero, Mambo and Paso
Doble. These dances are danced both on a social and competitive level.
The choreography of Latin America dances varies greatly according to region
and time. However, it is possible to indicate the principal types of
choreographic figures described in such terms as amorous dances, in which the
partners hold each other closely, handkerchief dances, in which the partners
dancing apart from each other wave handkerchiefs, and so on.
Ten principal may thus be established: they are:
Amorous dances such as Rumba, Merengue, Tango, and Milonga.
Handkerchief dances, such as Bailecito, Marinera, Sanjuanito and Zamacueca.
