HOW TO DANCE the CHARLESTON basic step? EVERYTHING you've ever wanted TO KNOW!

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  • @GabeCoolwater
    @GabeCoolwater 2 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    I'm not a dancer... and it's so interesting to watch a dance that looks funny/easy, only to find out there's such a complex technique and so much work and dedication behind it. Beautifully done!

  • @yasenyuliev5248
    @yasenyuliev5248 2 ปีที่แล้ว +227

    You are the only person I've seen to record a tutorial mostly with your back facing the camera. The other day I was just thinking about how easy would have been if all dance tutorials were shot that way. Extremely, extremely helpful making total difference in perception and understanding. If the person is facing the camera then you have to convert the move in 180 degrees which is unneeded conversion especially for beginners. I started watching Sven Otten's neo-swing and shuffling, but today I decided to check the charleston and swing moves, which are essential. Always back to basics. Thank you so much. You are simply awesome!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      what a great comment. In my future courses I do it all the time, but earlier on I was the same, facing the camera. Now I know it's helpful. Glad you think so too! If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

    • @RaraRemi_312
      @RaraRemi_312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks this!

    • @samaval9920
      @samaval9920 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      In mid Z0s, there was nameless
      dsnce now called l’indy Charleston that now looks like
      1/2 20s Charleston & 1/2
      z as Lindy Hop. There is at leas1 musical film.

    • @WhiteSpatula
      @WhiteSpatula 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I agree. And I’m compelled to add, with a disclaimer first: I know that country music is like black licorice; you either love it or you hate it. But I love it. And I must say that this vantage also applies to country line dancing (as well as many other styles, of course). I always tell newcomers to avoid that wallflower impulse to try a new dance from the outskirts. If you’re just learning a new dance, you must make your way to the middle of the dance floor. That way you’ll always have someone in front of you, to remind you of the steps, no matter which wall you’re facing. Cheers! (BTW I also love black licorice.)

  • @Mimomo3
    @Mimomo3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    her smile is infectious! Got me smiling to myself through the whole video :)

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Aw! Thank you for your lovely feedback, hope you enjoyed my video!

  • @i.b.5337
    @i.b.5337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    her outfit is stunning :D so simple and classy

  • @BrandonKrogel
    @BrandonKrogel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +514

    I've been trying to understand this move for months and this was the first video where it finally made sense for me. Thank you for providing a clear and fun way to learn. Your teaching style is wonderful!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Dear Brandon many thanks for your feedback, I am delighted to hear that

    • @kopfism
      @kopfism 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same with the twist in 6:20

    • @cynthiaglez5809
      @cynthiaglez5809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      exactly same heeeere 🥺🥺

    • @fazilmihralimeshur2657
      @fazilmihralimeshur2657 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏👏👍

    • @鄧朝岡
      @鄧朝岡 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oool{l

  • @manuferguson6564
    @manuferguson6564 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    i swear from this day forth, i will never dance again without going "goodoo goodoo goodoo goodoo goodoo-da" in my head

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hahahaha... it seems to be my thing. Well it's useful I hope :) If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

  • @richardduba9151
    @richardduba9151 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The dance is wonderful as others pointed it out but the delivery of the lesson is so amazing, it really hints a nice character and just how much energy is within. Gotta love those hummings and sounds that are perhaps not even fully intentional while doing some motions, especially with a sweet voice like that - I think it's able to reach the inner child in us in a certain way.

  • @Zuendfunken
    @Zuendfunken 3 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    This was such a stunning and energizing lesson of rythm, history, music and dance! Thanks a lot!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My Pleasure. Glad you enjoyed. Please check out the full school. www.secretsofsolo.com if you want to learn more :)

  • @Mimoza888
    @Mimoza888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Пришла после работы, уставшая, решила заглянуть на Ютуб на сон грядущий- попалось видео с Вашим зажигательным номером. Как итог- залипла. И вот я стою перед зеркалом, в ночи, пробую))) Кто бы мог подумать, всегда была безразлична к джазу. Благодарю за уроки и за то что радуете людей своей неуёмной энергией, юмором и мастерством!

  • @writer.lennox
    @writer.lennox 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You are a wonderful teacher. My grandma taught me the Charleston when I was young. This brought back wonderful memories of playing big band in her kitchen and learning to dance just like Grandma could.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh that's lovely. Amazing she could dance. Keep it going :)

    • @writer.lennox
      @writer.lennox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@secretsofsolo mom and I just figured it out when I showed her this particular video -- Grandma would have been 75 when she taught me, and still could move! this is about 1985 or so.

    • @TM-mo1yt
      @TM-mo1yt 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@writer.lennox You & I have similar "Grandma" memories!

  • @claraharney2914
    @claraharney2914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    This was the best Charleston tutorial I've ever seen, and I've watched/practiced with a lot!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Clara, thank you very much for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed it!

  • @beblissnow5947
    @beblissnow5947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She IS timeless !!! & what smooth motion & what a voice !

  • @SarzyShorts
    @SarzyShorts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I’ve wasted far too many hours of my life trying to find a TH-cam channel that will teach me fun dance moves along with actually good music and an instructor I’d actually want to be friends with. Thank you for ending my search! (In retrospect I should have known it’d be the Charleston. It’s always the Charleston 😏)

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi dear! I am glad to hear that! Enjoy the videos and the dance!

    • @LifeofMie
      @LifeofMie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree👍🏻❤

  • @fargo007
    @fargo007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Great dancer, and great teacher, but the best thing about your videos is whatever that happy song in your heart is.

  • @ramonapiehl7414
    @ramonapiehl7414 4 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Thanks for this wonderful tutorial :-) My friend and I discovered your video "by accident", and then found ourselves dancing for 1 1/2 hours. It must have looked ridiculous - non of us danced the Charleston before plus I'm a really bad dancer, but we had so so much fun with it!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Hi Ramona! Many thanks for sharing your story! I am so glad you found it useful =) not ridiculous at all! That's the power of dance! Keep on it =)

    • @LifeofMie
      @LifeofMie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree. I was no dancer and struggle to try. But Ksenia broke down the steps, and easier to learn.

    • @kopfism
      @kopfism 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol

  • @leonapetite5033
    @leonapetite5033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Вы просто очаровательнейшая! Огромное спасибо за все эти эмоции!

  • @thejellokats8338
    @thejellokats8338 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Absolutely brilliant! The Charleston is what the human body was designed to do!

  • @Danadop
    @Danadop ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I didn't think dancing was fun until I found you. Not only the classes are simple, they are also fun. Thank you for showing me how fun it is to dance.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing! Please take more classes and check out the full school . You’ll love it

  • @shinaoki8280
    @shinaoki8280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What an amazing teacher you are. You teach every component and put them all together so clearly and playfully. Thank you!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Shin, glad you enjoyed it!

  • @reyest1986
    @reyest1986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Great instructor! Everything is broken down, which makes it easier to follow. Than you!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Many many thanks, I am delighted to hear that =)

  • @happygolucky9004
    @happygolucky9004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love the way she says "keeeck" 🥰

  • @michelles2299
    @michelles2299 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    My grandma used to dance the Charleston her sister was a Charleston dance champion 🎉

    • @TM-mo1yt
      @TM-mo1yt 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I found this site when thinking of my grandmother teaching me the Charleston when was a teenager! She was b. 1900; I in 1960. We were like sisters/twins, two generations apart...💞 Thank you, Ksenia!

  • @justayoutuber1906
    @justayoutuber1906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great instruction! Now I can see clearly why I have two left feet.

  • @the_absurd_hero
    @the_absurd_hero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Wow! Your teaching instruction is so clear that I feel even I can do the Charleston-with some practice! Maybe I can emerge from quarantine with some new dance skills.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Awww sure!!!! Why not!! Keep on learning, trying and practicing! Good luck

  • @Heretaetaeta
    @Heretaetaeta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you have a very beautiful smile. Also, the lesson is amaizing, thank you!

  • @garyquack19
    @garyquack19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank You, this was awesome! This was like having a private dance lesson - no distractions, just professional instruction;
    i really enjoyed this - i am a big fan of the Charleston dance, it is so peppy and classy;

  • @phananh9418
    @phananh9418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Amazing teacher!!! A beautiful lesson!!! Love you and your energy, thank you so much for this!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      :) Glad you enjoyed. Please check out the full school. www.secretsofsolo.com if you want to learn more :) Or keep watching on here

  • @GoldSnafuArts
    @GoldSnafuArts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm a complete novice with the charleston dance and I'm SO thankful I've found your channel! I have learned just the first step so far but I'm gonna practice every day to keep improving. Thank you so much! ♥

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah! Welcome on board! Enjoy your learning!

    • @GoldSnafuArts
      @GoldSnafuArts 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@secretsofsolo thank you! I would also like to ask you if you've got a video about the very basics of dancing. I have trouble coordinating my shoulders and hips, and I'd like to know if you have something to help me practice
      thank you again! ♥

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GoldSnafuArts Here I share with you a playlist of videos about dancing tips, hope it can help. Also, I suggest you to have a look to my online school secretsofsolo.com You will find there a basic SOLO JAZZ 101 course =) th-cam.com/play/PLSPhXdRSYkqHZwX992xqpiKI4JDFiLdvp.html

  • @djnodj
    @djnodj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:29 groove in the bounce
    0:52 gu dooga dooga dooga du da... KEEP THE BOUNCE
    2:02 the movement is wider ... groovier....
    2:46 Keek step goo goo goo goo..gah!
    3:08 shake your shoe!

  • @andreasf.4712
    @andreasf.4712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wow... you are the best dancing teacher! ...and love your smile and swing

  • @Precious_peels_
    @Precious_peels_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woaw so cool! Thanks for your videos, I’m progressing so fast with your help!! Where from your pants, It’s just perfect :) thanks xx

  • @anaildojosesouza4357
    @anaildojosesouza4357 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Aula super incrível.
    Professora graciosa e competentíssima!!! 💃💃💃👏👏👏

  • @blazingstar7532
    @blazingstar7532 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this video. I'm going to dress up as a flapper for Halloween, so I'd like to learn Charleston until then! ❤️

  • @IndiEarthian
    @IndiEarthian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Perhaps the most entertaining tutorial I have ever experienced on the interwebs. 10/10 would recummend. "Douga, douga, douga, douga" is possibly the most profound statement of our century and as a young person in America I feel like it will stay with me the rest of my life and into the next. XOXO Go Piss Girl

    • @IndiEarthian
      @IndiEarthian 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Peut-être le tutoriel le plus divertissant que j'aie jamais connu sur les interwebs. 10/10 recommanderais. "Douga, douga, douga, douga" est peut-être la déclaration la plus profonde de notre siècle et en tant que jeune en Amérique, j'ai l'impression que cela restera avec moi le reste de ma vie et dans la prochaine. XOXO Go Piss Girl

  • @josephososkie3029
    @josephososkie3029 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It must be wonderful to go through life with a tune in your head. This is too beautiful to waste on envy. Thanks for doing this.

  • @debkennedy1352
    @debkennedy1352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    This is an amazing way to learn dance steps, and I love the music ditty you add to understand the beat with the steps!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is so good to know! I really appreciate your words !

    • @cindihawes6735
      @cindihawes6735 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol. Love it. Doogga do ga doogo do dat. Love her. I think she is the "cigarette" girl in the IG VIDEO I saw and she is wonderful she was doing the happy feet she was amazing,, my legs would get all Tangled. Lol

  • @emiliosaldana5670
    @emiliosaldana5670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I used to be depressed, but thanks for this video, my life is changing ❤

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      :)) Good to hear

    • @lauramariavargasvizcaino4824
      @lauramariavargasvizcaino4824 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sigue adelante, no estás sólo. Yo también a veces lucho un poco con eso, pero nosotros podemos 😊

  • @zarahustra8087
    @zarahustra8087 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    best swing tutorial ever

  • @Tibug
    @Tibug ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Honestly, this is one of the best TH-cam videos I've seen.
    Demanding, concise, exhaustive without any fuzz.
    And such a cheerful and uplifting personality! ❤

  • @beblissnow5947
    @beblissnow5947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such Groovy Juicy made up words !
    I Love it !!! 😃 Your accent is Beautiful ! So happy & I can imagine just walking down the street & decide to Keeek a step here & there randomly !!
    What a Fantastic teacher. Your stage so welcoming. The acoustics, lighting, wardrobe. No distractions !
    All YOU ! Perfect !
    (Please do not change) Wonderful !

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh thank you very much for these wonderful bright words. I am delighted you enjoyed it so much!

  • @NiranjanGundu
    @NiranjanGundu ปีที่แล้ว

    You are elegance, grace and poise personified. This, video reflects those qualities impeccably. It is an honour to learn from an at ease Master.

  • @gribbo001
    @gribbo001 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m in love! ❤

  • @roxanemolladelahaye8218
    @roxanemolladelahaye8218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is absolutly wonderful.

  • @eugenelayton5231
    @eugenelayton5231 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This brings back memories for me. When I was in the 6th grade (1970) I had an older teacher. One day she surprised us all by stopping our lesson to show us how to do the Charleston. She learned it as a child. BTW, why is it called the Charleston?

  • @PanPanda_chan
    @PanPanda_chan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I stumbled upon this video randomly and I was always wondering how to do this dance. Your tutorial was very easy to follow and wonderful example. I feel like I can do this dance now! Thank you!

  • @hellra1ser
    @hellra1ser ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!! It was very helpful xxxxx

  • @0mrflyhat
    @0mrflyhat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such an amazing tutorial, the simple explanation and the actual example are so easy to understand! Thank you very much

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really glad you enjoyed. If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

  • @TheMightyKingzuru
    @TheMightyKingzuru ปีที่แล้ว

    As a guitarist learning the Charleston rhythm, I discovered that knowing how to dance to this step really helped me nail the timing of the Charleston rhythm on the guitar. Thanks a million!

  • @DrSleep-yq8en
    @DrSleep-yq8en 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video amazing instructor amazing character
    One of the best ever came up on TH-cam
    I wish I could be instructed by you in person...

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Join my school. I do live classes! :)

  • @motherramsay3776
    @motherramsay3776 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like how you show the move from the back! It really helped because the last video I watched was really good but I couldn’t find where to place my body. It’s nice to know 100 years later we are still rocking this dance! When dancing was fun! When dance was dance! Now noone my age dances. When I suggest we go out dancing , my friends think that means sitting at the bar on tinder. No baby I’m trying to get down on the floor! I wish dance was something that they made important in school, I think it’s a really great skill to have and a necessity for parties 🪩 💃🏼

  • @readingclosely2160
    @readingclosely2160 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Can you recommend some songs that are especially good for learning the Charleston? By the way I love your channel (just discovered it). You demonstrate the steps so clearly, and your dancing is inspiring. Thank you!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Hi there, thank you so much for kind words. open.spotify.com/playlist/1wvtqzgiuT4OWA2i6nEPhy?si=CUdrFT9GRTiAD__xSfzHbg

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      And this playlist as well open.spotify.com/playlist/1wvtqzgiuT4OWA2i6nEPhy?si=CUdrFT9GRTiAD__xSfzHbg
      Enjoy!!!

  • @madnessnigh8361
    @madnessnigh8361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Чудесная женщина! И объяснила/показала понятно, и самой танцевать захотелось)) Очень мотивирует!

    • @michaellos97
      @michaellos97 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      жаль, что сегодня это не актуально=(

    • @angelina3947ws8
      @angelina3947ws8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@michaellos97 смотря где. Этот танец и стиль до сих пор танцуют. Сейчас он набирает популярность

    • @shtoha
      @shtoha ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@michaellos97в Питере танцуем, присоединяйтесь

  • @boomrang8423
    @boomrang8423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Je regarde et soudain un sourire se greffe sur mon visage .........Merci !!

  • @LifeofMie
    @LifeofMie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best swing dance basic

  • @pamg2628
    @pamg2628 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1:21 What is the name of the jazz piece ?
    Thanks for your videos. I have lately got very interested in this dance form and your lessons are easy to follow.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! There are many more over on my school, secretsofsolo.com, could be perfrect for you

  • @dwaynegreen1786
    @dwaynegreen1786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding video; after watching, I now feel I have a clear path to learn this dance. Thank you so much for sharing your time and talent.

  • @Mpw9876
    @Mpw9876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful teaching!

  • @jackskydragon_JW
    @jackskydragon_JW ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're a great teacher! 😄🌟
    Thanks for the videos! 😄🌟

  • @localbod
    @localbod 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You make it all look so easy, effortless and pleasing to watch.
    Very instructive.
    👍

  • @meredithlouise
    @meredithlouise ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best most beautiful, comprehensive Charleston instruction. Fantastic!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you som much :) Did you know I have a full school, where you can learn even more?

  • @Мир-г3о
    @Мир-г3о ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Великолепно, понятно показаны движения ! Замечательный ролик. Обаятельная ведущая.👍❤️🌹

  • @saferoundhouse5910
    @saferoundhouse5910 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I usually do not care much for dancing but I have recently discovered how lovely the music of the 20s/30s is and it really makes me want to dance or at least have a couple of "correct" moves to accompany it. Your tutorial was incredibly helpful and I am proud to say I can now actually dance a bit xD (even if I am still struggling with the opposite twist, but I'll keep practicing) I had taken dance lessons before but this is the first time I actually enjoyed dancing, you really are a great teacher! Thank you :D

  • @Chris-xc3kn
    @Chris-xc3kn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Wonderful! This will keep me sane through the Corona winter. Thank you!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am glad you like it! Enjoy your learning =)

  • @batimbug124
    @batimbug124 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you i’m 15 and learning charleston from this video. i’ve been wanting to do it since i was 11.

  • @JoJo-nv8jy
    @JoJo-nv8jy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such an elegant lady. Gracious and beautiful.

  • @michaelb.4317
    @michaelb.4317 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is everything I've ever wanted to know. Such a beautiful time

  • @ИльяБикенин
    @ИльяБикенин 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ксения, вы просто Изысканная(если так можно сказать о человеке) и женщина, и преподователь! Ваша любовь к танцу просто разоружает! А ваша женственность и красота - очаровывают!

  • @Eli_B3000
    @Eli_B3000 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I never thought it would happen to me, but I think I just fell in love... what an infectious personality!

  • @idkthatxool749
    @idkthatxool749 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What would be really helpful is if when you talked about rhythm you would show a diagram of the rhythm. Learning about the triplet feel of swing music and how the swing rhythm is generated musically would make things easier for me to understand.

  • @nicolapattaroni4387
    @nicolapattaroni4387 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am a theater actor and I had to do a part where I danced the Charleston. Finally a serious and essential tutorial, simple but effective, I learned in a day and it helped me a lot. Thank you thank you 🙏🙏. also you are very nice ... besides being beautiful ...I'm italian

  • @LarfMarf
    @LarfMarf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I might be in love! 😂

  • @qoqopepper
    @qoqopepper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "The Charleston is said to be based on the “Juba,” a dance brought to Charleston by enslaved African Americans + performed by dock workers in the early 1900’s. The Juba involves rhythmic stomping, kicking, + slapping, and it became a challenge dance of the [African] American community at the time."
    The song, The Charleston, composed by James JIMMY Johnson
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_P._Johnson
    Appropriated like most cultural contributions by Black people in the U.S.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely. There is a whole bit in description to this video about the history of this dance. Thank you for putting it in the comments for not everyone reads descriptions.
      Though history of the dance is not that simple as I found out doing research for its subjectively documented and there are a few versions of the history. There is a whole blog about the history of Charleston and its versions I wrote here, you might find it interesting secretsofsolo.com/2020/08/the-history-of-the-charleston-dance/

  • @Joshua-1212
    @Joshua-1212 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I LOVE WATCHING YOU DANCE MAKES ME FEEL ALIVE!!! ESPECIALLY AT THE Paris Jazz Roots Dance Jam I CAN'T GET ENOUGH WATCHING THAT!!! I REALLY THINK I LOVED TO DANCE IN THAT ERA IN A PAST LIFE!!!

  • @AliciaQuality
    @AliciaQuality 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My husband and I learnt rockabilly for our wedding and this makes me want to take up lessons again! So fun!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is awesome Alicia! If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

  • @marciusoliveira6379
    @marciusoliveira6379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are gorgeous. It has a very good didactics, with technique, style and groove. Congratulations on the hard work. Your smile shows how much you love what you do. Hugs from Brazil.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you for your comment and for watching. I am really glad you enjoyed!

  • @Aurriel
    @Aurriel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was lovely. Thank you! My ppor dowstairs neighbor...

  • @stephaniekerr442
    @stephaniekerr442 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So much love for this video!!! Thank you 🙏🏻
    Can now learn this new happy dance from my living room ♥️

  • @ketchup5344
    @ketchup5344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Far have I travelled and much have i seen and indeed it is all about the groove and the bounce at the end of the day

  • @steviejd5803
    @steviejd5803 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This lady is perfection.

  • @Wilhelma_Surak
    @Wilhelma_Surak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Grandma Rose danced this with me...☺️

  • @SarahM-lw2gd
    @SarahM-lw2gd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much! I'm going to make an authentic-looking 1920s dress for Halloween this year, and I have to know how to do this dance!

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sarah, great to read you! Good luck with it! I am sure you looked fab

  • @salmandekkari5523
    @salmandekkari5523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    dougoudoudougoudou dougoudou Daaa 😂😂👌❤️❤️❤️
    that's the only reason I stayed here

  • @DaelynSleeper
    @DaelynSleeper ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an amazing instructor , Thank you for making your videos with clear and concise communication , I curtsy you love

  • @王晓康-y6g
    @王晓康-y6g 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your instructions looks so clear

  • @Тимофей-т7б
    @Тимофей-т7б 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ксения, Вы лучшая...ваша харизма и талант бесподобны.

  • @Ivan-yb1cf
    @Ivan-yb1cf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for this tutorial ksenia. Besides of being good at teaching youre so beautiful too.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thank you!

    • @Ivan-yb1cf
      @Ivan-yb1cf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@secretsofsolo Youre welcome ksenia. Im so happy and surprised I didnt expect that you will notice my comment. Im youre instant fan here in the Philippines. Since then, my day is not complete without watching your videos. Youre my inspiration to continue my dancing. I dream to meet you someday

  • @josephphoenix1376
    @josephphoenix1376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Ancestors did this dance....Some modern kin are gonna learn on here to Honor Our Great Granny!🎶🎵🎼😆

  • @ladyhawke1357
    @ladyhawke1357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy I found your channel. I could watch and listen to you all day! Thank you so much for sharing🙏

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Did you learn to do it?

    • @ladyhawke1357
      @ladyhawke1357 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@secretsofsolo I've done a little years ago in my ballroom and latin dance classes but will definitely make time to learn from your videos soon.

  • @ihateregistrating3494
    @ihateregistrating3494 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally found Charleston teaching from behind, so easy explanation, thank you so much, subscribed

  • @antben
    @antben ปีที่แล้ว

    Best charleston tutorial I've seen so far.

  • @kathleenann631
    @kathleenann631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are so gracefully knowledgeable about dance; it's been a pleasure to come across ur channel. Thks.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Kathleen, I appreciate that :) If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

  • @lod.thompson555
    @lod.thompson555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are absolutely amazing!! I love how you teach with elegance and grace.

    • @secretsofsolo
      @secretsofsolo  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Lora, I appreciate that :) If you would like to learn more check out my school for the full class, and others like it www.secretsofsolo.com

  • @triopscancriformis3055
    @triopscancriformis3055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely adorable and the most thorough explanation! ❤❤❤

  • @shockmesherlock6084
    @shockmesherlock6084 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you have the most amazing energy

  • @sophiaschlenoff523
    @sophiaschlenoff523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BEST TEACHER EVER

  • @Hannah-rl3ng
    @Hannah-rl3ng 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So clear ... step by step... great teacher...

  • @letsdothis5131
    @letsdothis5131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She loves a lot theses Charleston moves 😄

  • @JSuparman
    @JSuparman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. Very clear explanation. Easy to watch, difficult to imitate. LOL.

  • @charlesperez9976
    @charlesperez9976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are nothing short of a dream.
    ❤️

  • @jslisa6658
    @jslisa6658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looks so much fun. I should try it with my son.