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Dance generally refers to the act of moving the body in rhythm, usually in time to music. People seem to have a natural urge to express themselves through rhythmic motion. Throughout history, dance has been a part of ceremony, rituals, celebrations and entertainment. Dancing was one of the earliest forms of artistic and personal expression. Prehistoric paintings of dancers have even been found on ancient cave walls. Many contemporary dance forms can be traced back to historical, traditional, ceremonial, and ethnic dances. Dance is both an art form as well as a form of recreation. When practiced as an art, dance can tell a story, set a mood, or express a feeling. Dance companies are organizations that promote, teach, and perform the art of dance.
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