Do you have a surprise talent? Something that not everyone knows you can do?
I was thinking about what I could share that might surprise you, which is kind of tricky to do since you already know most of the things I’m good at. You know I craft, many of you know I play the piano and sing, you know I’m a Starbucks connoisseur, and it’s pretty well known around here that I’m a ballroom/latin/swing dancer.
But…I bet many of you didn’t know that in addition to dancing, I also choreograph.
Trust me, it’s a whole separate thing.
One of the talents I’ve developed over time is listening to a piece of music and choreographing a dance routine that fits it. The main opportunities I have to do this involve either showcase type performances {think Dancing With the Stars minus the revealing costumes} or first dances for wedding couples. Not only do I have to string together a bunch of dance moves, I have to consider the length, feel, and lyrics of the song and make sure the movements compliment the music. I also have to work out the floorcraft {how and where dancers move around the floor} so that the routine is interesting to the audience and the moves are done where everyone can see them. And, it’s my job to come up with cute little intros and final poses, and of course teach the routines to the couples I’m working with.
I also use this talent to work with 50 kids from ages 5-12 each summer for something called Summer Music Camp at a local church. The director chooses a kids’ musical, and my job is to choreograph and teach 9 musical numbers for them. It’s so fun to watch them learn the material and enjoy performing it for their families and friends at the end of the week!
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[email protected] Tough Mother says
That video is awesome! Girl you are so talented 🙂
Lynn says
What a fun post! I just wish I talk the husband into some shagging classes…it ain’t goin’ to happen.
Adrianne at Happy Hour Projects says
Awesome!! And I’m a chip-fiend all of a sudden, this post made me SO hungry for those sweet potato sea salt chips!!
Melanie @ bear rabbit bear says
Great video!
Kara @ Petals to Picots says
The chips look awesome! Thanks for the coupon 🙂 And I LOVE the video too! You guys are awesome!!
Lindsay @Artsy-Fartsy Mama says
LOVE those sweet potato chips!! Glad I’m not the only one who can eat a whole bag…
Your dance was amazing!! Such a talented lady!! 🙂
Darby Hawley says
Loved watching you dance!!!!!
Marilyn Clark says
Wow, if the chips are even half and amazing as your dancing I’m in! Your video is GREAT!
marissa | Rae Gun Ramblings says
Love watching you guys dance!
MaryAnnHT says
I’m enjoying your blog and especially enjoyed your dancing—hope we’ll get to see more of your dancing and choreography!