舞曲(dance music)是按照舞蹈节奏所创作的乐曲,由于时代背景、民族特点、功能和用途的不同有多种类型。一般舞曲都具有旋律流畅和节奏鲜明的特点,且内容通俗易懂,既可伴奏,又可单独欣赏。不少舞曲特别是民间舞曲,还要求由某些特殊的乐器或唱法去演奏或演唱。在舞曲里,某种典型的节奏型始终贯穿其中,这也是区别各种舞曲的最重要的标志。舞曲历史悠久,应该说自从有了舞蹈就有了舞曲。 Dance music is a piece of music that is created according to the dance rhythm. There are various types of dance music due to the differences in the times, ethnic characteristics, functions and purposes. The general dance has a smooth melody and rhythm distinctive features, and easy-to-understand content, both accompaniment, but also enjoy alone. Many dance music, especially folk dance, but also by some special instruments or singing to play or concert. In the dance, a typical rhythmic pattern runs through it all the time, which is also the most important symbol of distinguishing various dance music. Dance has a long history, it should be said that since there is a dance dance.