Dance PSE: Mambo dancing Mambo dancing- South America
Did you know? Mambo/salsa example Mambo and salsa dancing are very similar, but mambo is more laid back and the rhythms aren’t as complicated. The mambo dance was created in 1938 in Cuba. https://www.youtube.co m/watch?v=8tiNkdFtKvk Click the link to see an example of mambo dancing.
Mambo tutorial : Your turn! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vvKxPOaO6g Click the link to see a mambo tutorial. Stand up at your desk and follow the steps.
Questions to consider: Re-watch a small portion of the professional mambo dance. Listen to the instruments being played. Describe the instruments and sounds you hear. How does this sound like it’s from Latin America?