This document summarizes several traditional dances from different cultures: - Flamenco originates in Spain and combines guitar, singing, dancing and clapping to express emotions. - Merengue comes from the Dominican Republic and Haiti and may have been named for its fast, precise rhythms or the light, frivolous character of the dance. Originally it was danced in a circle rather than by couples. - Tango originated in Spain or Morocco and was brought to Latin America; it started as a solo female dance and later included one or two couples walking together.