Dancer

Dancer

Dancer (/ˈdænsər/; from Old French dancier, perhaps from Frankish) is a person who expresses themselves through rhythmic and patterned bodily movements, usually performed to music.

Etymology

The term "Dancer" is derived from the Old French word dancier. Its first known use was in the 14th century. The term may have been derived from the Frankish language, although this is not certain.

Definition

A Dancer is an individual who uses movements to express ideas and emotions. These movements are often performed to music and can be seen in a variety of settings, including stage performances, social gatherings, and competitions. Dancers may perform solo or in groups, and they may use props or costumes to enhance their performances.

Types of Dancers

There are many types of dancers, including but not limited to:

• Ballet dancer
• Contemporary dancer
• Hip hop dancer
• Ballroom dancer
• Folk dancer
• Tap dancer

Related Terms

• Choreography: The art of designing sequences of movements in which motion, form, or both are specified.
• Dance: The art of moving the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music, to express an idea or emotion, to narrate a story, or simply to take pleasure in the movement itself.
• Performance: The act of presenting a play, concert, or other form of entertainment.
• Rhythm: A strong, regular repeated pattern of movement or sound.

See Also

• Dance therapy
• Dance education
• Dance science

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Dancer
• Wikipedia's article - Dancer

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