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Conga
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a lively Afro-Cuban dance with repeating steps and synchronized hip and arm movements to percussion music
What is the "conga"?
The conga is a lively and rhythmic dance style from Cuba, characterized by its energetic and upbeat movements. It involves a series of smooth, flowing steps and hip movements performed to the rhythm of conga drums. The dance typically features a repetitive pattern that emphasizes off-beat rhythms and allows for individual expression. The conga is often performed in social settings and at festive events, celebrated for its appealing rhythm and joyful, engaging style.
Examples
At the street festival, participants formed a joyous conga line, dancing and laughing as they snaked through the crowd.
Learning the conga was a highlight of the dance class, as students immersed themselves in the infectious rhythms and energetic movements of the dance.
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music composed for dancing the conga
to conga
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dance the conga
