The development of ballroom choreography in the Caucasian countries in the second half of the 20th century

Abstract

The aim of this article. The purpose of the article is to analyze the historical processes of the development of ballroom choreography in the Caucasian countries in the second half of the 20th century - early XXI century. Research methodology. The following methods were used in the work: historical and historical-genetic - to understand the genesis, the specifics of the processes of development of ballroom dance; source study - for the selection and processing of sources related to the art of ballroom dancing; comparative - to compare the historical periods of the evolution of ballroom culture; included observation - to view individual choreographic works and their preliminary comprehension. Novelty. For the first time, an attempt is made to scientifically study topical issues of the development of ballroom choreography in the Caucasian countries in the second half of the 20th century - early XXI century. Results. The article highlights the peculiarities of historical processes of ballroom choreography development in the Caucasian countries in the second half of the XX century - early XXI century. The history of formation, local specifics of ballroom choreography in Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan are analyzed. Ballroom choreography in the Caucasian countries has been constantly evolving in recent decades: the number of its supporters is growing, associations have become members of international federations, and the training of ballroom dance specialists has improved. It is concluded that the gradual integration of ballroom dancing into the international socio-cultural space is a common trend in these countries. It is emphasized that the majority of the amateur target audience of ballroom choreography in Caucasian countries is children's and junior contingent. On the other hand, the mass popularization of ballroom dancing as a recreational and health resource among the middle-aged and elderly is almost non-existent, and in this respect, the Caucasian countries lag far behind the Western world with its more developed social policies against ageism. Broadcasting the experience of different generations of ballroom dancers gives the right to talk about the heritage of ballroom choreography traditions in Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.

Keywords: ballroom choreography, ballroom dance, competition dance.