Pasillo
Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama's romantic 3/4 salon dance — waltz-derived, national heritage. Originated in Colombia/Ecuador/Panama · 19th c.. Typically danced around 80-110 BPM (slow to medium).
About Pasillo
- Folk & Traditional
- Colombia/Ecuador/Panama
- 19th c.
- 80-110 BPM (Slow to medium)
- Partner
- Approachable
Romantic 3/4 waltz-derivative; salon couple dance; Colombian national heritage.
What to expect: Danced at Colombian, Ecuadorian, and Panamanian cultural events and salons. Romantic and relatively easy for waltz dancers. Found at Latin American diaspora heritage events.
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Where to find Pasillo events
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Going for the first time
Folk and traditional dance nights vary widely — Scandinavian, English country, square dance, contra. Most are caller-led so you're walked through every figure in real time. No partner needed; the format rotates everyone through the set.
Listen for the caller. Thank your partner and the band. If live music is playing, applaud between tunes.