Bachata is a style of social dance from the Dominican Republic which is
now danced all over the world. It is connected with bachata music.
In partnering, the lead can decide whether to perform in open,
semi-closed or closed position. Dance moves or step variety strongly
depend on the music (such as the rhythms played by the different
instruments), setting, mood, and interpretation. Unlike salsa, bachata
dance does not usually include many turn patterns.
The basic dance sequence is performed in a full 8-count moving
within a square, consisting of three steps and then a tap or various forms
of step syncopations (such as the "double step").[1][2] The tap is done on
the opposite foot of the last step, while the next step is taken on the
same foot as the tap. The dance direction may change after the tap or
fourth step. Bachata can be danced on any beat of the musical phrase as
long as the basic dance sequence (three steps and then a tap \
syncopation) is maintained (for example, one may start on the 1st beat of
the musical phrase, with the tap landing on the 4th beat).
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