“Threesome” is what an East European dance form called Trojak means when literally translated. This “triple partner” dance is said to have originated from Poland. This dance is performed mainly in a group comprising of one male and two female dancers. Furthermore, the music used in this form of dancing consists of a slow tempo in the ¾ meter and a fast tempo in the 2/4 meter. Additionally, in this dance all the three performers move in synch to the rhythm of the music using the same foot.
a. History/origin of Trojak:
According to the cultural history of Poland, this dance was first created in the coal mining district of Silesia located in south-western Poland. Apparently, according to a legend it (dance) was created since fewer men were available as compared to women (due to high percentage of death due to accidents occurring in mines) in this district.
b. Costumes used in the Trojak:
The costume traditionally worn in this style of dancing varies according to the gender, and they are as follows:
1. For males:
The attire worn includes long overcoat, white long sleeve shirt, black trousers, and a pair of high heel boots.
2. For females:
The attire worn includes a vest comprising of short sleeves, colourful skirts, and pair of high heel shoes.
c. Music involved in the Trojak:
The music used in this dance form consists of a slow tempo in the ¾ meter and a fast tempo in the 2/4 meter. Furthermore, the slow and the fast tempo are then used repeatedly to compose the music for this dance.
d. Training availability and the dance technique used in the Trojak:
In terms of technique, in this dance the performers i.e. two females and one male initially arrange themselves in a circle. Furthermore, all three performers then move in synch to the accompanying music by using the same foot. Finally, the females and male then separate from one another in opposite directions before rejoining. As for training centers/schools, there are none available around the world since this “triple partner” dance is mainly performed in Poland.