A waltz is a traditional musical style often used for a quinceañera’s choreographed court dance.
The waltz, or vals, gives the court a formal structure for synchronized steps and presentation. The celebrant and attendants may rehearse an entrance and a planned routine, sometimes beginning with a slow traditional number before moving into modern music.
There is no single required song or choreography. Regional traditions and contemporary tastes have expanded the repertoire to include pop, salsa, cumbia, merengue, hip-hop, and other styles. Some families keep a classic waltz, while others create a medley.
The waltz should not be confused with the father-daughter dance. Both may appear in the same program, but the waltz usually refers to the choreographed court presentation, whereas the family dance highlights a personal relationship.