Question

What is the history behind the name contemporary dance.

Answer 1

Answer:

Contemporary dance began at the start of the 20th century when US dancer Isadora Duncan (1878? 1927) broke away from ballet and developed her own, more natural style. Contemporary dance has many different styles, some of them closely linked to music, such as jazz, rock and roll, and hip-hop.

Answer 2

Contemporary dance began at the start of the 20th century when US dancer Isadora Duncan (1878? 1927) broke away from ballet and developed her own, more natural style. Contemporary dance has many different styles, some of them closely linked to music, such as jazz, rock and roll, and hip-hop.