About Vira
Vira is a music genre that emerged in Spain and Portugal. It is usually classed as a form of Portuguese folk music and Portuguese folk dance.
From Wikipedia
The vira is a traditional dance from Portugal. It is most popular in the Minho region but is performed in every region. It has a three-step rhythm which is very similar to a waltz, but it is faster, and the couples dance front-to-front without holding hands.
Another way to dance the vira is as follows: matched pairs form a big circle that revolves inversely clockwise, while the dancers snap their fingers. At a certain point the boys leave their pairs in the circle and go to the center, where they hit the floor with their right feet, and return, backing into their respective pairs. The circle starts to rotate again, and the next time the circle stops, it will be the girls who go to the center. They do this alternately.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Vira.
- ↑ Portuguese folk music
- ↑ Portuguese folk dance
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Vira?
Vira is a music genre that emerged in Spain and Portugal. It is usually classed as a form of Portuguese folk music and Portuguese folk dance.
Where and when did Vira originate?
Vira originated in Spain and Portugal.