Salsa class in Brooklyn, NY. at Dance Fever Studios
Salsa classes in Brooklyn at Dance Fever Studios
SALSA DANCING IN MOVIES:
Students always ask me, “which movies can I see some good salsa dancing in?” So, here’s a list of salsa dancing in movies that I know of, or can remember. If you know of any more that you’d like to include, add them in the comments.
1) Dirty Dancing: The funny thing about this film is the song that Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey dance to is not a salsa. It’s really a hustle. But who cares, it’s the movies. Earlier in the film, Swayze and his blond partner dance to “Johnny’s Mambo”, which is a salsa. This song is good for performances. Lots of accents and breaks in the music.
2)Dance With Me: Some nice salsa dancing and better salsa music than Dirty Dancing.
3)Shall We Dance: Has a bit of salsa dancing, but is better to watch if you’re looking for tango and ballroom.
4)Salsa: This is actually the title of the film, and it might be the best of the bunch. The entire film focuses on salsa dancing. It’s kind of a Dirty Dancing and Saturday Night Fever combo. Check out the 80’s big hair style. This film also has some very good salsa music. Celia Cruz, Willie Colon, Grupo Latino, Grupo Niche, Tito Puente and Charlie Palmiere are some of the contributors.
5)Salsa y Amor: This is a French movie about a classical pianist who must hide his secret love of playing salsa music. Eventually the salsa wins out. The film has some nice dance scenes and better salsa music. If you can think of any more, please let me know.