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Syncopation

Also called: syncopated, chasse, chassé, and 1

Definition

Stepping on the "and 1" instead of squarely on beat 1. This adds flow and rhythmic variation.

Taught in

16 Basic Variations, a module of 16 Basic Variations

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  • Heel 5
  • Son Step
  • Timing (Tiempo)
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  • Passé
  • Contraposition

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