HOUSTON, Texas -- Known for its smooth steps and romantic beats, Bachata is becoming the dance of choice for beginners and seasoned dancers. "There's a very popular phrase that says Bachata is taking ...

ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — If you're looking for a way to dance with your Valentine, Salsa with Silvia is where you want to go! Silvia Alexiev, owner of Salsa by Silvia, joined Eileen in studio to talk ...

Champion dancer Sara Panero at the B.I.G. Salsa Dance Festival in Houston. There are lots of different styles of Latin dance: there's mambo, merengue, rumba, salsa, samba, and then bachata. Marco ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Originating from the Dominican Republic, bachata has emerged as a vibrant celebration of culture that resonates in the Latino community around the world. It is defined by its ...

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DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A Latin dance company in Dayton is giving students lessons in salsa, bachata, and other specialty classes. It’s an introduction to not only the steps but also the culture. The ...

A guitar twanged a high-pitched arpeggio, crying an almost tragic complement to the smooth voice crooning a love story. Underneath, a bongo beat out an energized, agile rhythm; the bass guitar ...

Los Angeles-based dancer Bex Nitti never felt comfortable with the rules of Latin dance. The traditional set-up for partner work in Latin competitions, festivals and classes requires one male “lead” ...

Part of a series of stories highlighting the path toward post-pandemic normalcy. CAMBRIDGE — Tucked away on an otherwise quiet street near Central Square is what many call “the best dance party in ...

The first clues were on your phone. “La Bachata” by Colombian singer Manuel Turizo leapt from a Latin-only sleep to a Hot 100 regular; TikTok feeds filled with couples spinning to Prince Royce ...