Feel The Latin Rhythm – Udo Schmidt

Based on Udo Schmidt’s Dancing is Music, this comprehensive Latin training program explores rhythm, timing, musicality, body movement, dynamics, and performance in Cha Cha, Jive, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Samba through expert instruction and professional demonstrations.

Format: MP4 Video Download
Running Time: 75 Minutes
Instructor: Udo Schmidt
Featured Dancers: Martin Dihlmann & Lydia Dihlmann-Weißer
Style: International Latin
Language: English & German
Level: Dancers, Teachers & Adjudicators

Product ID: 25600 Category: Udo Schmidt

Feel The Latin Rhythm is a unique educational program that explores the direct relationship between music and movement in International Latin dancing. Based on the acclaimed book “Dancing is Music” by Udo Schmidt, this instructional video helps dancers, teachers, coaches, and adjudicators understand how rhythm influences movement and how musical awareness can transform dance performance.

Presented by Udo Schmidt, a Graduate Master Coach and Certified A-Level Dance Sport Coach, the program introduces the percussion instruments and rhythmic structures that form the foundation of all five International Latin dances. Demonstrations are performed by Martin Dihlmann & Lydia Dihlmann-Weißer, finalists in the World Professional Latin Show Dance Championships.

Rather than focusing on choreography, this program develops a deeper understanding of timing, accents, body movement, weight transfer, dynamics, energy, and musical interpretation. By learning to recognize and physically express the rhythms within the music, dancers can create a stronger connection between technique, movement, and performance.

Contents Include:

Cha Cha Cha

Walks
Timing
Body Movement
Weight Transfer
Rhythmical Variations
Practice Methods
Musicality
Show Demonstration

Jive

Principles
Tempo
Swing
Accent
Rhythmical Variations
Dynamics
Show Demonstration

Rumba

Principles
Accent
Time, Space & Energy
Dynamics
Rhythmical Variations
Show Demonstration

Paso Doble

March
Atmosphere
Bullfight Character
Energy
Dynamics
Man & Lady
Presentation

Samba

Bounce
Volume
Progression
Samba Action Summary
Timing
Practice Routine
Dynamics
Show Demonstration

Through detailed explanations and demonstrations, viewers learn how rhythm, movement, and musical interpretation work together to create authentic Latin dancing. This program is an outstanding resource for competitors, teachers, adjudicators, and serious students seeking a deeper understanding of Latin technique and musicality.