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What ballroom dances did people do during time?

The types of ballroom dances popular over time have evolved significantly throughout history. Here are some notable ballroom dances during specific eras:

Renaissance (15th-17th century):

- Bassedanse

- Pavane

- Galliarde

- Volta

Baroque Period (17th-18th century):

- Minuet

- Bourree

- Gavotte

- Allemande

Rococo Period (18th century):

- Contredanse

- Quadrille

- Rigaudon

- Passepied

Regency Era (Early 19th century):

- Waltz

- Polonaise

- Cotillion

- Mazurka

Victorian Era (Mid-19th century):

- Lancers

- Polka

- Schottische

- Varsovienne

Edwardian Era (Early 20th century):

- Ragtime

- Tango

- One-Step

- Maxixe

Interwar Period (1920s-1930s):

- Charleston

- Lindy Hop

- Balboa

- Foxtrot

Post-World War II (1940s-1950s):

- Swing

- Salsa

- Paso Doble

- Cha-Cha-Cha

Contemporary Era (1960s-present):

- Hustle

- Disco

- Salsa

- Hip Hop dance styles (e.g., Breakdance, Popping, Locking)

- West Coast Swing

Modern Dance

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