Bailemos el Gato cuyano (San Luis) - Tutorial 2 de 23
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8 min, 55 sec
Ricky Pashkus teaches the traditional Argentine dance 'El Gato', detailing the steps, movements, and cultural significance.
Summary
- Ricky Pashkus invites viewers to dance 'El Gato', a traditional Argentine couple's dance with a square formation.
- Explains the basic steps, turns, and movements like 'zapateo' and 'zarandeo', demonstrating with music.
- Discusses the historical origins of 'El Gato' from Peru and its representation of a discreet courtship dance.
- Provides detailed instructions for the dance movements and the musical accompaniment, emphasizing the guitar's role.
- Teaches specific dance techniques such as 'escobillado', 'contra giro', and the use of 'castañetas' for rhythm.
Chapter 1
Ricky Pashkus introduces 'El Gato' dance and its cultural roots in Argentina.
- Ricky Pashkus invites the audience to dance 'El Gato', a staple in Argentine tradition.
- Describes 'El Gato' as a couple's dance, performed facing each other within an imaginary square.
- Mentions that 'El Gato' is a criollo dance with origins in Peru before 1820, symbolizing a discreet love chase.
Chapter 2
Instruction on the basic steps and characteristic movements of 'El Gato'.
- Describes the basic step and 'castañetas' (clapping) used throughout the dance.
- Explains the sequence of an entire turn, counter turn, 'zapateo' (footwork), and 'zarandeo' (woman's movement).
- Shows a variation of 'zarandeo' and stresses the importance of guitar accompaniment in the dance.
Chapter 3
Focuses on the synchronization of dance steps with the musical rhythm.
- Details the 'paso básico', a fundamental step starting with the left foot, in a 6x8 musical measure.
- Demonstrates the step-by-step foot movements and their alignment with the musical beats.
Chapter 4
Teaches specific footwork and hand movements used in traditional Argentine dances.
- Details two distinct footwork techniques usable in various folk dances, including the 'punta y quiebra'.
- Explains the 'zapateo básico', with five movements that correspond to musical beats.
- Shows the 'zarandeo', a graceful female movement corresponding to the male's 'zapateo'.
Chapter 5
Discusses the cultural significance of 'El Gato' and the technique for producing rhythm with 'castañetas'.
- Explores the historical significance of 'El Gato' and the role of 'castañetas' in Argentine dances.
- Shows the correct position for arms and hands to perform 'castañetas' and maintain grace during the dance.