Research On The Samba Technique Application Among Top-ranking Dancers From Professional Schools In Guangdong

Samba originated in Brazil.Its dance steps which have unique style and feature are different from other categories of Latin dance.The difficulty level of dancing with Samba music is high because it has fast tempo and comparatively more complex structure as well as the detailed and variable body part motion.If a dancer intends to meet the criteria while presenting the features of Samba,in-depth learning and training on the dance techniques is necessary.Motion technique is the methods and requirements to complete a dance movement and it is a comprehensive ability that dancers must possess.No matter how hard the choreography is or how expressive a dancer can be,they cannot present enjoyable high quality performance for the audience if they are only ramping around.This article will divide and discuss the motion techniques to help beginners better understand the requirements and technical structure of Samba;for dance coaches,help will be provided for them to have a better control of the key elements to the motion techniques.This research is based on the dance techniques applied by the top-ranking Samba dancers from professional dance schools in Guangdong Province.Research methods adopted include literature review,video observing,comparison and analysis.Combined with the results and marking criteria in the competitions each dancer participated,profound analysis has been undertaken on the related elements of Samba’s motion techniques.By interviewing experts and sending out questionnaires,representative data was calculated and analyzed to summarize the application of motion techniques of Samba,followed by an analysis of the varied requirements on the application and the discussions of particular method.The main research results are as follow:(1)How skillful a dancer applies the motion techniques affects their performance and has a close relation with the score.It is the key to improve their competency.(2)The motion techniques can have phased improvement through regular training and competitions.Due to the different grouping in competitions,the emphasis on motion techniques and application will vary.(3)Being at the beat is a basic requirement in the techniques,while flexible management of music structure is important to obtain higher score.Abundant training on dance steps is essential to build the foundation of the techniques.The quality of step movement of transitional dancers who are reinforcing their techniques is notsatisfying,nor as their bouncing and hip turning.Hence the quality of step movement is vital.In the ascending stage where techniques are being strengthened,the continuity and cohesion of movements must be emphasized.In the advanced stage where the dancers have fully developed the skills,reasonable application of techniques and presentation of Samba’s style and features is crucial.(4)The application of Samba technique lies in correct combination and correlation of motion elements.The harmony connectivity of different motions in the competition is also essential.