How To Dance the Java to Claude Bolling's Javanaise

The Java is a French Dance which originated in the 20th Century.... Claude Bolling, French Composer orchestrated a piece for Flute and Jazz piano that is reminiscent of the Java. He called it Javanaise. This song is a quick waltz in 5/4 meter: consisting of a quick 3 step waltz followed by a slide sway on beats 4 and 5. or a shuffle on beats 4 and 5. Partners dance closer, takes up less space on the dance floor. I found this animation on the internet. We do not own rights to this animation, but inserted it as an educational tool-- it certainly helps us to explain what this rather unusual song is about to our listeners. VIDEOS IN THIS SERIES: How to dance the Java to Claude Bolling's Javanaise Listen to the whole piece - Claude Bolling's Javanise - from our playlist. Listen to my discussion of learning 5/4 meter. The Java and Javanaise are just a joy!