What is another word for tarantella?
Pronunciation: [tˌaɹantˈɛlə] (IPA) 
Tarantella is a traditional Italian dance that originated in Southern Italy. It is associated with the venomous spider called the tarantula. The dance is usually accompanied by an upbeat tempo and is performed by couples that whirl and spin around each other energetically. Some common synonyms for tarantella are Saltarello, Pizzica, and Tammurriata. Saltarello is a fast-paced dance that is performed with jumps and skips. Pizzica is a tarantella-style dance that originated in Southern Italy and is usually performed by women. Tammurriata is another traditional Italian dance that is performed with folk music and singing. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to describe the tarantella dance.
