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Crazy Dance by Josh Walker is a fun and crowd-pleasing piece, geared toward younger players. The overall feel of the piece resembles circus march with a catchy melody and simple harmonic structure.
The mallet parts can be played on any instrument, and can also share a standard xylophone or small marimba. One of the mallet parts also introduces young players to the concept of playing with 3 mallets using very simple parts to develop confidence. Because of the simplicity of the mallet parts, they are easily expandable to multiple players and instruments, helping to suit any size of ensemble. Crazy Dance will bring some lightheartedness to any concert program and you’ll be humming it for days!
This piece comes as a professionally printed and bound score and includes individual parts in PDF format for printing or for tablet viewing.
Instrumentation
• 1 xylophone, marimba, or other mallet keyboard instrument (or more)
• 3 timpani
• Snare drum
• 2 toms
• Ride cymbal
Reviews
Middle-school directors looking for a short work that can utilize a number of players on a variety of mallet instruments should take a look at “Crazy Dance.” Written with the beginning percussionist in mind, this piece is approachable technically while still providing musical demands that will prove challenging and engrossing for students, directors, and audience members.
Two mallet parts are written for this piece, both of which are meant to be played on any available mallet instrument and for any number of players. This makes the piece perfect for programs that need a work for a large number of players. The composer states, “Feel free to mix and match the mallet parts in a way that best suits your players and equipment availability.
” This freedom will not only allow for the involvement of more students, but also provide the flexibility to create a cohesive arrangement with a variety of parts. While the first mallet part solely contains the melody and is more demanding in terms of notes to learn, the second mallet part contains three-note chords, which will necessitate the use of holding two mallets in one hand, making this a great opportunity to expose younger students to the concept of holding multiple mallets in one hand.
The percussion parts are rhythmically more interesting than the mallet parts, and the middle section of the piece features the percussion section in a satisfying way before bringing them back into their initial role as accompaniment for the mallet melody. The inclusion of timpani in the arrangement makes it more satisfying both musically and pedagogically, though the lack of an accessories part feels like a missed opportunity to include another important family of percussion instruments.
“Crazy Dance” is a catchy piece that will serve students and directors well in addition to putting a smile on the faces of audience members. College percussion professors could also use this as a great piece for methods classes, given the variable nature of the instrumentation, as well as the repetitive nature of this two-minute piece.
—Brian Nozny
Percussive Notes
Vol. 58, No. 6, December 2020
Description
Crazy Dance by Josh Walker is a fun and crowd-pleasing piece, geared toward younger players. The overall feel of the piece resembles circus march with a catchy melody and simple harmonic structure.
The mallet parts can be played on any instrument, and can also share a standard xylophone or small marimba. One of the mallet parts also introduces young players to the concept of playing with 3 mallets using very simple parts to develop confidence. Because of the simplicity of the mallet parts, they are easily expandable to multiple players and instruments, helping to suit any size of ensemble.
Crazy Dance will bring some lightheartedness to any concert program and you’ll be humming it for days!
This piece comes as a professionally printed and bound score and includes individual parts in PDF format for printing or for tablet viewing.
Instrumentation
• 1 xylophone, marimba, or other mallet keyboard instrument (or more)
• 3 timpani
• Snare drum
• 2 toms
• Ride cymbal
Reviews
Middle-school directors looking for a short work that can utilize a number of players on a variety of mallet instruments should take a look at “Crazy Dance.” Written with the beginning percussionist in mind, this piece is approachable technically while still providing musical demands that will prove challenging and engrossing for students, directors, and audience members.
Two mallet parts are written for this piece, both of which are meant to be played on any available mallet instrument and for any number of players.
This makes the piece perfect for programs that need a work for a large number of players. The composer states, “Feel free to mix and match the mallet parts in a way that best suits your players and equipment availability.” This freedom will not only allow for the involvement of more students, but also provide the flexibility to create a cohesive arrangement with a variety of parts. While the first mallet part solely contains the melody and is more demanding in terms of notes to learn, the second mallet part contains three-note chords, which will necessitate the use of holding two mallets in one hand, making this a great opportunity to expose younger students to the concept of holding multiple mallets in one hand.
The percussion parts are rhythmically more interesting than the mallet parts, and the middle section of the piece features the percussion section in a satisfying way before bringing them back into their initial role as accompaniment for the mallet melody. The inclusion of timpani in the arrangement makes it more satisfying both musically and pedagogically, though the lack of an accessories part feels like a missed opportunity to include another important family of percussion instruments.
“Crazy Dance” is a catchy piece that will serve students and directors well in addition to putting a smile on the faces of audience members. College percussion professors could also use this as a great piece for methods classes, given the variable nature of the instrumentation, as well as the repetitive nature of this two-minute piece.
—Brian Nozny
Percussive Notes
Vol. 58, No. 6, December 2020
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How to learn to dance: video lessons for those who are not afraid to try
January 28, 2017LikbezSports and Fitness
If you decide to learn how to dance, do not delay. Just repeat after the instructors the basic movements of modern, street, ballroom and social dances.
Iya Zorina
Author of Lifehacker, athlete, CCM
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0Answers to the main questions
Is it difficult to learn to dance?
It's really no more difficult than anything you're new to. Dance directions are very different from each other. Even if you have mastered one of them, it will be unusual for you to do the other.
However, all dances are connected with the ability to control one's body. And if this is not new to you (for example, you were engaged in martial arts, gymnastics, swimming, and even more so dancing), it will be easier for you to adapt to new movements than a beginner who is not friendly with his body.
Even if you have a fairly wooden body, you should not despair. The secret of success is constant practice.
Learning to dance from video lessons is more difficult than from courses. If your body is flexible and obedient, you can still do something similar to the movements of the instructor from the video.
If not, you can quickly become disillusioned with dancing: the difference between what is shown in the video and what you will see in the mirror will be too strong.
Still worth a try. At least in order to determine the appropriate direction.
How many times a week do you dance?
Muscles may be sore at first after exercise. But, unlike strength training or running, the body does not require a recovery period.
Therefore, you can safely practice dancing all the time. One of my teachers said to dance 25 hours a day. In any case, the more you dance, the more noticeable the progress.
How to learn how to dance modern dances
From this direction we have chosen three types that can often be found in the schedules of fitness clubs and dance schools. And the first - plastic and insanely beautiful contemporary.
Contemporary
Abel M/Flickr.com Contemporary combines elements of modern jazz, yoga and martial arts, seasoned with improvisation and attention to breathing.
This is freedom and plasticity - the natural beauty of movement.
Here is a clip with a contemporary combination. Give it a try, just be sure to warm up and stretch well before you teach.
And here is the second part:
By the way, about the warm-up. In the video below - a full lesson with a warm-up, stretching and analysis of the combination. In English, but everything is clear and without translation.
If you do not have time to repeat or consider how some movement is done, set the speed to 0.25.
If you like combinations but can't repeat them yet, here are some more videos of routine contemporary lessons.
You will most likely have to do the same in the dance school before you can perform beautiful combinations.
Strip plastic
imperiamarket.byMany people confuse pole exercises and strip plastic. The second is just a sensual dance that can be performed without a pole.
Doing strip plastic, you will not stand at the barre and pull the toe. Everything here is based on the natural sexuality of the female body. Of course, many teachers diversify strip plastic with elements of contemporary or modern, Latin American dances and other areas, but it all depends on the teacher.
How beautiful your dance will look again depends on how well you know how to control your body, how mobile your joints are and how stretched your muscles and tendons are.
In the video below there is an analysis of the combination.
Not too simple, but very sensual and beautiful. And you don't have to move on the floor, so your knees don't get hurt.
And here is a playlist with strip plastic lessons from different dance schools. There are both individual movements and combinations.
And one more, simpler combination. Try it if the first one doesn't work.
Belly dance (bellydance)
·júbilo·haku·/Flickr.comThis is a sensual and beautiful dance that, among other things, helps to develop plasticity and even get rid of some health problems.
There are a lot of belly dance lessons on YouTube.
Below are some of them.
The basic movements are explained here very clearly:
And the second part:
Below is a playlist with five lessons for beginners from another teacher.
How to learn to dance street dance
Hip-hop
pinterest.comHip-hop has only been around for about 50 years. But during this time, many trends and styles have appeared, with different elements, plasticity, and special features.
In addition, modern hip-hop is often complemented by movements from other dance styles, which provides even richer vocabulary and original combinations.
But before you come up with your own combinations, you need to master the basics. In the playlist below you will find basic moves, steps and many combinations. They explain everything in an accessible way. If you can't make it, slow down the video speed.
The next big playlist videos explain the concepts of inertia, manipulation and isolation in hip-hop. There's also a story about improvisation, battle behavior if you're up for it, and a few variations of ground hip-hop moves (on the floor) to diversify your combinations.
Breakdancing
Colonne/Flickr.com Breakdancing consists of different elements: tricks and power movements on the floor, waves, fixations, and also changes in the levels at which the dance is performed.
Here on this channel there is training in different styles: Waving, King Tut, Robot, - analysis of the technique of power elements and basic movements at different levels.
Below is a video detailing the 6 steps element from Footwork.
And here you can see how the "turtle" is performed.
Here is a voluminous playlist, which contains quite a lot of breakdance elements with a detailed analysis of the technique of dance and strength elements.
Twerk
Lauren Wood/Flickr.com Sexy dance in which you need to actively work the buttocks, hips, stomach and arms.
In this playlist you will find several lessons with analysis of twerk movements.
How to learn to dance ballroom dancing
Waltz
vimbly.comAt least once in your life, you will surely need a waltz. Moreover, it is not so difficult to dance it at an amateur level.
Here are four good lessons that will teach you how to hold your hands and do the basic waltz steps in pairs or individually.
How to learn to dance social dances
Social dances are not designed for competition, but for communication between partners and enjoyment. Improvisation is welcome here, through which the dancer can express himself, his feelings and emotions.
Bachata
pinterest.comThis dance comes from the Dominican Republic. He is very sensual and sometimes erotic. The basis of bachata is four steps with an emphasis on the last one. In the dance, there are rotations and throws of the partner, small lifts.
Despite the fact that bachata is a pair dance, solo combinations can also be taught. For example, if you don't have a partner yet.
In the video below - an overview of the main steps. Where to transfer body weight, how to hold hands, how to focus - everything is told in the most detailed way.
And here is a variation of bachata from the same teacher.
Below is a playlist for those who want to dance bachata together. These are Dominican bachata lessons from the Imagine dance school.
Kizomba
youtube.comThis is a passionate couple dance from Africa, more specifically from Angola. Now it is performed all over the world and is especially popular in France and Portugal.
Steps, lots of hip work and close contact with partner. Sometimes very tight. For example, in the style of tarraxinha, a slower and more sensual version of this social dance.
Here is a playlist of kizomba lessons.
And another playlist with videos from another dance studio.
That's it.
If you have favorite tutorial videos, share them in the comments to the article.
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10 insanely synchronized "magic dances" that will blow your mind
"Magic Dance" is without a doubt an amazing sight to watch idols do incredible things with their songs. Believe it or not, the songs and dances can be matched like gloves, you would think that the original dance was synchronized.
SEE ALSO: NETIZENS DISCUSS TWO IDOLS WHOSE DANCE SKILLS ARE FORGOTTEN ALL THE TIME
Here are 10 "magic dance" choreography videos that will blow your mind.
- GD x Taeyang dancing to AOA Jimin ‘Puss’
2.
G-Friend dance to A Pink's ‘No No No’
3. BTS dance “Dope,” over 9 songs variations
4. EXID dance to SISTAR ‘Shake It’
5. Mad Town Dance under Girl's Day 'Ring My Bell'
6. CLC Dance for Red Velvet 'Dumb Dumba'
9000.23 9030 8. BTOB dance under Exo's' Growl ' 9.
