Backup_dancer

Backup dancer

Backup dancer

Performer who dances with or behind the lead performer

A backup dancer also known as background dancer[1] is a performer who dances with or behind the lead performers in a live musical act or in a music video. Their movements (especially where there are many moving together) improve the visual aesthetics of the lead performer, and provide a symmetry and rhythm to accompany the music.

A backup dancer performing for Mark Wills

Backup dancers

Some performers began their music careers as backup dancers for other artists, including:

  • Balinese dancers in 1937 performing in a kecak

See also

References

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