ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Waltz

So, you know how when you dance, you move your body to the beat of the music? Well, the waltz is a special kind of dance that people like to do with partners when they listen to special music called waltz music.

The waltz is named after a man named Johann Strauss, who was a famous composer of waltz music a long time ago. This kind of dancing is very fancy and elegant.

When you waltz, you and your partner hold hands and spin around gracefully to the music. You take three steps, kind of like a little hop, in a certain pattern, and then spin around together on the fourth step. It's like a very slow and pretty dance hop!

People like to wear fancy dresses and suits when they waltz because it's a special occasion. Sometimes you might see people waltzing at a wedding or a fancy ball.

The waltz is a really fun dance to learn and do with someone else, so if you ever get the chance to try it out, give it a whirl!