tarantella
1 of 1noun/ˌtærənˈtɛlə/
Forms:tarantellas
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a fast, lively Italian folk dance with quick steps and spinning movements
The tarantella is a lively and rhythmic dance that originates from Southern Italy. It features quick, upbeat movements with a fast tempo, often accompanied by traditional folk music. Dancers perform rapid footwork and spins, typically in a circle or a group formation. The tarantella is known for its energetic and spirited style, often associated with celebrations and festivals, and is traditionally performed to invoke joy and festivity.
- The couple performed a joyful tarantella at the wedding.
- Tarantella features rapid footwork and twirls.
- They learned the tarantella in their dance class.
- The tarantella is often accompanied by tambourines.
- This traditional tarantella reflects Southern Italian culture.
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music composed in six-eight time for dancing the tarantella