Vals is the Spanish word often used for a quinceañera’s traditional waltz.
In quinceañera planning and descriptions, el vals can mean the formal dance performed by the celebrant and her court. The term is borrowed from the Spanish name for the waltz, a ballroom dance in triple meter.
The vals may be practiced for weeks because it is frequently choreographed. Some celebrations use a classical waltz, while others combine a traditional opening with modern songs and coordinated movements.
The term does not identify one universal song. Families choose different music, and regional customs vary. Consequently, “vals” describes the dance segment or style, not a single required recording.