Not only has actual dance changed over the years, but so has the music that goes along with it. Dance music consists of beats that dancers count to and can keep rhythm while dancing. Different music has been used from a long time ago, up until present day dancing. Dancing changes because music constantly changes, as well. As new music comes out, new dance ideas come to life. For some people, dance is their entire life. Back in the day, warriors used dance in preparation for battle. There were certain periods in time which certain dance styles peaked and were the most popular during that time. Dance continues to change and I believe it will never stop. People are too passionate about dance and love it too much to discontinue dance as a part of their life.

In 10 years, how much do you think dance will have changed?

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       What is dance? Dance is a form of art that involves movement of your body with different music and different rhythms. Dance is a huge part of all cultures. "Dance may also be regarded as a form of nonverbal communication between humans.." The actual type of dancing depends on the area and culture. A choreographer is a person who creates the movements and creates the dance. In dance, especially competitive dancing, there are large groups, small groups, trios (3 people), duets (two people), and solos (one person). Dance has evolved over time because it has became more popular world wide. It is now on television, often. There are competitive dance shows and reality dance shows now on television. This gets people more involved in dance which helps it become even more popular. People just used to dance more for themselves and dance with the people in their cultures but it quickly grew into much more.

Why do people find dance to be so intriguing and entertaining?

   This is a video from "So You Think You Can Dance," called "Time" danced by Lacey and Neil. This exemplifies the more modern type of contemporary dancing. This style of dance has changed and morphed into new kinds of contemporary a lot over the years. It has been influenced so much by the people in the dance world. When new choreographers come around they teach new styles and that's why dance is constantly being changed all the time.

Will dance ever stop changing and evolving?