Podcasts about Ballet

Guests - Tracey Boon and Richard Riaz YoderHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 79 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, Courtney and Lesley are joined by dance educators Tracey Boone and Richard Riaz Yoder to have an important discussion about cultural appropriation in the competitive dance world.Topics Include: Thoughts on reasons why we see so much appropriation of other cultures in the dance competition world Should cultural appropriation be penalized at competition? How studio owners can best expose their students to other cultures and their dance stylesIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceTracey Boon - @traboon1Richard Riaz Yoder - @richardriazBe sure to read Richard's recent article "Racism Has No Place on the Competition Stage: One Judge's Experience Watching 'Modern-Day Blackface'"This episode is sponsored by:Dance Costumes by UrzúaCustom Dance Costumes and Dancewear for made every body! Use code: IMPACT15 for 15% off all costumes and dancewear!Check out IDA Affiliated Competition DecaDance Competition!View their 2022 tour dates and register now at www.decdancecompetition.comJoin our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)

“Your dance career depends on your kindness with yourself.”In this episode we speak with Thomas Vacanti. We discuss the principles of the  safe barre technique, finding a cross training routine that connects to our dance practice, carving out time for rest, finding mindfulness practices that bring us inward, and more. About Thomas: Tom is the dance program director and an associate professor of dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He has a BS in Dance from Skidmore College, an MFA in Performance and Choreography from Smith College, and a Certificate Degree in Costume Design from Boston University. Tom has danced professionally with The Florida Ballet, Tampa Ballet, Colorado Ballet, Ballet Mississippi, Ballet Michigan and Ballet de Panama. He was also chosen by Jacob's Pillow, to represent the USA in their Russian/American Exchange Program. Tom is currently co-artistic director of Pioneer Valley Ballet in addition to being certified in the safe-barre technique. Thomas's Website: thomasvacanti.comSafe Barre: www.maisonmunz.com/Support our podcast: https://www.patreon.com/movementtowardchange Movementtowardchange.org Instagram: @movementtowardchange 

From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author and American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland comes her most cherished book to date that pays tribute Black ballerinas, both past and present, who have influenced her on and off the stage.  Misty Copeland was 16 years old, just one year shy of joining American Ballet Theatre's (ABT) Studio Company, when she saw a Black ballerina, Lauren Anderson, on a magazine cover for the first time. It was that very moment which inspired and empowered Misty with the knowledge that she was part of a grand legacy. Fueled by a history of Black women in ballet that deserved to be widely told and celebrated. Misty was further motivated to pursue and achieve her ballet goals.  In the years since, Misty has been very intentional about her own journey to learning more about the many trailblazing, courageous women who made her success – and her very presence on prestigious stages around the world - possible. On those days when Misty confronted her own challenges as a Black woman in ballet, she recalled how the women who came before her pushed back against oppression and racism with their talent, bravery, and tenacity, establishing their own unique legacies as ballerinas. Contributing to the preservation of the history of Black women in ballet has become one of Misty's chosen ambitions. That's why BLACK BALLERINAS is one of the most important books that Misty feels that she will ever publish. Beginning with an intimate introduction from Misty about the impact these women have had on dance and on her career, BLACK BALLERINAS delves into their lives and distinguished journeys, detailing how they each fundamentally changed the landscape of American ballet from the early 20th century to today.

This week Stacey tells us about David Carpenter, a serial rapist and killer known for stalking people on hiking trails in San Francisco in the 1970's and 80's. Sources: https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/David_Carpenterhttps://people.com/tv/lisa-rinna-mom-attacked-trailside-serial-killer-david-carpenter/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carpenterhttps://www.strangeoutdoors.com/true-crime-in-the-outdoors/tag/E.+Richard+Stowers+and+Cynthia+Moreland+murdersSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/ISGDpodcast)

Mrs. Raquel Whitehead, the Owner and Artistic Director of The Pike Road Dance Academy. Not only has she earned a double degree in Communication Studies and Dance from the University of Alabama, but she is also an incredibly accomplished dancer who has studied and danced with The Alabama School of Fine Arts, the prestigious Julliard School, the Kirov Academy of Ballet, and the Hungarian Dance Academy in Budapest. She was the youngest American ballet dancer to compete at the Prix de Lausanne in Switzerland. She also danced professionally in Italy, France, and Germany. She competed in the Miss Texas and Miss Alabama America Organizations for five years. During that time she was crowned Miss Dallas, Miss Fountain City, and Miss Wiregrass Area. Raquel has been teaching all genres of dance for 18 years. She has taught for C.J.'s Dance Factory in Prattville, AL , The Academy of Ballet and Jazz (ABJ) in Tuscaloosa, AL, and was the School Director for The Montgomery Ballet in Montgomery, AL. She has a great love for the arts and hopes to provide an artistic outlet for every child she encounters. Timestamp1:00 Meet Raquel Whitehead1:48 How her family influenced her dancing career2:27 Background and schooling for dance4:40  What was the time commitment during specialized schooling?  “Nothing worth having comes easy.”5:34 How did I meet Raquel?6:48  A house full of boys9:15  How did you know you wanted to go in the dance studio business?11:20  Have a dream… Just get started!12:50  Support system13:45  God winks14:19  When you love what you do, it's a blessing to go to work18:20 – Tips to starting your own dance studio21:36  Logistics and Behind the scenes at Recitals23:43 Women wear many hats25:05  Telling the dance students to always present themselves the way you want to be remembered – Shoulders back, chin up… like you are showing off a diamond necklace27:42  Right now it is important to REFOCUS – Appreciate the life around you and do not prejudge situations.www.pikeroaddance.comFollow Inspiring Thyme IG and FB @InspiringThyme#lovedance #dancestudio #ballet #jazz #competitionteam #buildingabusiness #buildingabrand #womeninbuisness #creativewomen #followingyourdreams #followyourheart #dreambig #workhard #nothingworthhaving #pikeroaddanceacademy #inspiringthyme #groundedapodcastbyinspiringthyme #smalltown #creative 

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Today Rhee and Stacey talk about the importance of looking after our students Mental, Social, Emotional and Physical Well-being. Dance lessons can be about so much more than just the steps we teach our students, it's time we as dance teachers shift our focus to include a holistic view of our dancers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests - Richard Elszy and Katia BodeHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 78 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we are talking all about the minis! Joined by two phenomenal dance educators, Richard Elszy and Katia Bode, who specialize in teaching the youngest dancers, Courtney and Lesley learn what it takes to train amazing minis! (Hint - it  might be a lot of ballet).Topics Include: What makes a great mini teacher Are tricks for minis necessary? Tips to help minis focus and retain informationIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceRichard Elszy - @richardelszydanceKatia Bode - @klbode90Woodbury Dance Center - @woodburydancecenterCheck out our guests' current projects! Don't miss Richard Elszy's upcoming session of Building Blocks of Dance (January 2022)This episode is sponsored by:Level Up Dance Supplies - Dance Gear and Dance Bags!Receive $10 off your next order with code: IMPACT21Join our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comLevel Up Dance Supplies Dance gear and Dance bags! Receive $10 off your next order with code: bravo5678Support the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)

Cole Davis recently released a solo bass album titled Contrabass.  He won the Ron Carter Bass Competition in 2017 and was named a “Future Jazz Master” by the National Endowment of the Arts in 2018.   We talk about this new album, Cole's journey through the jazz world, his impressive artistic output, and much more.  Cole also has a course titled Innovative Thumb Position Techniques and has many titles available in our sheet music store.   Check out his new album here, and be sure to follow Cole on his website, Facebook, and Instagram.   Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

Val is joined by Morg, of Digimon Ghost Gays, Sonic Shuffle, Departure Lounge, and the 0079 series of Wow!! Cool Robot!!, to discuss how COOL and STRAIGHT Sherlock Holmes is. He's hetero and has sex with women this episode!!! We watched Elementary Season 2 Episode 15, Corpse de Ballet. It's a bit of wordplay since this episode is about dancers, one of whom is a little spicier than the others (though it is inconclusive if he is spicy enough to hang dong for the lonely housewives of New Jersey). We also meet some guys who just really suck this week. Just some dudes you hate to see. Sherlock's fanboy status threatens to jeopardize the case, or maybe strengthen it, Joan goes on her own B plot detective story, and Bell is there as well. Love me some Bell and Morg confirms that Marcus Bell is, in fact, handsome. Morg (they/them) @Hauntingthemorg Intro song by Noah Geist Outro song is Watching the Detectives by Elvis Costello Join our discord!

Your favorite Comadres, Frenchy, and Sam are all about comunidad, and if we can have a good time while building community, then we are all in!! Esté episodio features Sonia Villalobos from Ballet Folclórico Aguila Real.

Alberto Bocini recently released Mi caro Bottesini with pianist Alessandra Ammara.  We talk about this new album, the history of The Bass Gang, Alberto's plans for a tour with Ottava Imports, and much more. Enjoy, and be sure to check out Alberto's new album on Spotify and Apple Music! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

We talk about what it means to call Jesus 'King', Sarah's Ballet career, and the good life. Support the show (http://paypal.me/textualintercourse)

Step behind the curtain and into the rehearsal studio with hosts and Soloists Claire Kretzschmar and Aaron Sanz on another episode of The Rosin Box. School of American Ballet faculty members Suki Schorer and Anthony Huxley join to talk about the School's curriculum, the challenges of teaching and performing at the same time, and the joys of watching students join the Company and perform the roles they'd taught them. Suki and Anthony share their similar journeys to the Company—the first as a Principal Dancer and protege under Mr. B, and the other her student and a current Principal Dancer with the Company. (58:08) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Je ne t'aime plus" by Pink Martini Courtesy of Pink Martini & Heinz Records

Megan Bane, athletic trainer at BalletMet, discusses her work as a clinician and educator. This episode looks at Megan's experiences which influences her decision to go into the dance science field, her Masters in hypermobility/pirouettes, and her work with military recruits. We focus on Megan's work at BalletMet, her goals for the future of healthcare in ballet, and the importance of education for dancers in giving them control to take care of their own wellbeing. Thank you to The Place London for sponsoring this episode. Located in the heart of London, The Place is a creative powerhouse for dance development that is leading the way in dance training, creation and performance. One of Europe's most exciting, innovative dance spaces, where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work. Learn more here: https://www.theplace.org.uk Find Megan here - Email: megan.bane@osumc.edu Instagram: @scidancepodcast Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Master and pupil discuss Mush Brain, Finally Flipped, Crack Free Il Volo, Yaamava Casino Expansion, Rudner @ Sycuan, Supply Chain Chat, Loyalty Points?, Icelandverse, Starby Arbi, kremer_qf4, Slate Edge, BK Horizon, USPS Propaganda, Rod Stewart, Clover Rewards and Game Stop Dumpster Diver.

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Close your eyes and imagine you're sitting at the ballet, letting its soft music wash upon you and relax you.

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Today I am joined by the Queen of Ballet, Miss Tara Foy herself. Tara has had an incredibly diverse, extensive and inspiring career. She has worked with The Royal Ballet, Dublin City Ballet,  Nevada Ballet Theater, Cirque du Soleil, Siegfried & Roy, Donny Osmond, David Bowie, Paula Abdul, The Backstreet Boys, she has performed at the London's West End as well as on the Las Vegas Strip at the legendary Stardust. Tara is also a Master Teacher, Choreographer, and Director. She is certified in the Polestar Method of Pilates, Gyrotonics, Floor Barre and has spent much time working with dancers and professional athletes on rehab an physical therapy. She has traveled the globe sharing her love, passion and knowledge for dance and has touched so many lives along the way. I am so grateful to have her on the Hey Gurl show today. Tara Foy Instagram: @tarafoyballet Tara Foy FB: https://www.facebook.com/tara.foy.79En L'iar Video:  En L'iar Bill Janisse Instagram: @billjanisseBill FB: @billjanisse Hey Gurl! Instagram: @heygurl.podcastHey Gurl! FB: @heygurlpodcast Hey Gurl! Tik Tok: @heygurlpodcastHey Gurl! Website: www.heygurlpodcast.com 

Guests -  Ashley Marinelli and Amy MazeHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 77 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, Courtney and Lesley are joined by IDA judges and educators Ashley Marinelli and Amy Maze to get real about an often misunderstood category at dance competitions - the open category. Topics Include: What dances should (and shouldn't) be entered into the open category How the open category is judged Judges' pet peeves about the open categoryIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceAshley Marinelli - @alm433Amy Maze - @mazeamyCheck out our guests' current projects! Check out Ashley's new work "The True and Unquestionable Account of Dr. Joseph Snodgrass" An Environmental, Musical Play premiering at The Player's Club in NYC May 12th-13th, 2022This episode is sponsored by:Dance Costumes by UrzúaCustom Dance Costumes and Dancewear for made every body! Use code: IMPACT15 for 15% off all costumes and dancewear! Join our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)

https://spacescoop.org/en/scoops/2121/a-stellar-ballet/ Astronomers in Japan studied data that ALMA, the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, collected on a binary star system, XZ Tauri, for over three years, in 2015, 2016 and 2017. And with that volume of data, they've produced the first-ever “ALMA Animation” of the twin stars in a binary star system circling each other.    We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

I grew up in an inner-city.  And I know what it's like not to be privy to certain opportunities... Years later I started teaching in an inner-city school. So I bend over backward for my students. And other people like me who teach in urban communities and love their students, know the challenge of bending over backward to get them opportunities. It touches my heart whenever I meet people who give of themselves and create opportunities to help others. Today's guest is one of those people. Ava Otto is an 11-year-old professional dancer, working model, and soon-to-be nonprofit business owner. She is crushing it as a young dance boss, and we talk: Her professional career How she balances her professional and personal lives And, her upcoming nonprofit business Check out Ava's Instagram @avalillianaotto to learn more!   Click here for show notes  https://bit.ly/DBPShowNotes   Zero Gravity, the Experience created by Emily Rossetti is a dance convention for ages 12 and Up, being held on November, 21st 2021 in Summit NJ. For more information visit https://www.zgx.dance and use code ZGXDANCEBOSS when registering for 5% OFF! Join Apolla Performance LIVE this and EVERY FRIDAY at 2 pm EST for Beyond the StEPS, where they tackle the big questions facing the dance community.  www.apollaperformance.com IG/FB @Apollaperfomance https://www.instagram.com/apollaperformance/   DancePreneur Academy is Currently Closed! I am focused on helping dance specialists create 5K consistent months with my signature virtual group training program. BUT fear not friend, I'll be back… in the meantime, join the waitlist. https://bit.ly/dpawaitlist

Andrew Arceci joins us again on the show, this time to discuss the experience of leading an early music ensemble from the bass, viol, and violone.  We talk about this and much more on this “round two” podcast. Enjoy, and be sure to check out Arcadia Players for more information on Andrew's projects! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

"Like electricity..." Boys doing Ballet?! What's next, a British musical coming to Broadway and winning 10 Tony Awards? Yes ma''am because this week it's BILLY ELLIOT! Original cast member and one part of the Broadway Husbands Stephen Hanna (BILLY ELLIOT, HELLO DOLLY, ON THE TOWN) visits the Breakdown to discuss with Matt all things dancing, dead mums, and Thatcherism. The two also discuss the weird costume change at Stephen's audition for the show, aging into Daddy-dom, and learn that their pasts share one big thing in common. SOLIDARITY FOREVER!

Leah Woods grew up studying West African Guinean, Flamenco, and Middle Eastern dance and continued on to study Ballet and Modern dance in College. She spent 11 years in the Bay Area studying Contemporary and Ballet intensively alongside the many global forms that thrive in that region. She enjoyed an extensive performance career dancing for Loose Change; an Urban Contemporary Dance Company, NAVA Collective and Ballet Afsaneh; Contemporary Central Asian Fusion Companies, Butoh projects with Bad Unkl Sistah, and as a solo Fusion artist. She is a Transnational Fusion dancer nationally, a hybrid form combining Hip Hop, Middle Eastern movement, Contemporary, and Africanist aesthetics. She received her M.F.A. in Dance and Performance from the University of Colorado, Boulder. She was the first Transnational Fusion MFA candidate at CU Boulder where she received her secondary emphasis in Somatics and a tertiary emphasis in Performance and Culture. She studied the Alexander technique, Body-Mind Centering, and the Franklin method alongside Gyrotonics. She is a grateful student of Tom Weksler, Liav Memada, Miriam Peretz, Sadie Marquardt, Marlo Fisken, and Rachel Brice whenever she gets the chance to be in under their facilitation. They have each had a tremendous influence on her. She is a certified Gyrokinesis Trainer, a Gyrotonics Apprentice Teacher, a certified Datura Style Transnational Fusion Dance Teacher, and a RYT at the 300 hour level. She is continually adding to her education most recently by studying with Lucas at Range of Strenth, FRC with Traci Bennet, and with some upcoming PNF and Fighting Monkey courses.

Professional Dancer + Actress Kylie Jefferson, has spent a vibrant hour discussing the dance world + the value a dancer MUST hold for themselves in it.  This episode is packed of wisdom, giggles, insights, + guidance. This woman is changing the dance world + I can't wait for you to hear her Kylie's IG More Info For Dancers on IG Grab Tickets Here

 Amir Aahlee (NYC) Speaks With Dancer, Choreographer, Creative Director, and Actor Anthony Burrell (PA). Listen as Anthony speaks about how he started dancing, his time at Alvin Ailey, and what it was like dancing for Beyonce and Mariah Carey. 

Michael T. Geib recently recorded two new albums for Onyx Lane: a historically informed recording of Dragonetti's 12 Waltzes for Solo Double Bass and a jazz album titled Not As They Seem.  We talk about what it was like putting these two albums together, what the recording process can teach you about your playing, and much more.   Enjoy, and be sure to check out Michael's website and his University of Central Oklahoma faculty page to learn more about his work!   Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

Eva Trapp is a retired dancer, massage therapist, yoga practitioner, and so much more. She discusses growing up and moving around from town to town, the struggles she had with making new friends and the consistency she found in dance. Eva also talks about her work with Twyla Tharp and how getting pregnant ended her career on stage. She then discusses what's coming in the future and how your next trip to Pittsburgh could include a visit to her new business! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp and right now you can start your own secure online therapy session and save 10% off your first month by visiting http://www.BetterHelp.com/FriendRequest @sneha_collective @friendrequestpod JustinsFriendRequest@gmail.com

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Tonight's episode is from the Sleep Sounds podcast. If you enjoy it, go subscribe! You can do so by searching for Sleep Sounds for Women in your podcast player or by visiting WomensMeditationNetwork.com/sleepsounds. Here's to more sweet dreams, beautiful...

This episode was recorded immediately following the dress rehearsal for Eugene Ballet's production of Cinderella on Nov. 4, 2021. The performances mark 23 months(!) since Orchestra Next's last performance with the Ballet at the Hult Center...and there are a LOT of feelings about it all. Joining music director Brian McWhorter for this lively chat are general manager Sarah Viens and assistant conductor Daniel Cho. Orchestra Next wants to thank all of our musicians for hanging in there during this trying time. And we also wish to thank our supporters who have made this podcast possible. If you'd like to help support our projects, please visit orchestranext.com.

Season 9, Episode 2 - Be Open to Hear The Call  - Joey Lorraine, Dance Artist + Producer, Black Lives Rising WELCOME TO SEASON 9! We're honored that you're here with us and very grateful to have you as a listener.About Joey LorraineJoey Lorraine is a NYC based dance artist who produces innovative dance media through video, photography, podcasts, and emerging technology such as NFT.  As a performer, she has danced as a soloist with the Morgan Scott Ballet, and showcased her own work at BAAD!, aka Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, Balasole Dance, and The Culture Project's Women's Director's Series. Ms. Lorraine  has also served as a teaching artist for Creative Outlet Dance Theatre of Brooklyn as well as Dance Theatre of Harlem. Ms. Lorraine's professional dance training includes ballet, Horton, and Graham technique at Alvin Ailey's Professional Training Program. Ms. Lorraine has a BFA. in Film & Television Production from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Ms. Lorraine's most recent dance on camera project is Black Lives Rising, a cutting edge virtual dance film festival that explores the diversity of the Black experience in today's times. Black Lives Rising will be presented via discord/twitch virtual platform from December 16-18, 2021. Connect + learn more about Joey:Personal website: http://www.joeylorraine.com/Festival website: http://www.blrdancefilmfest.com/Seed&Spark: http://www.blacklivesrisingcampaign.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blrdancefilmfestTwitter: https://twitter.com/blrfilmfestivalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blrdancefilmfest/Klay's NoteWant more information on our custom meditations? Email: Assistant@PlanAwithKlay.com.If you're looking for a cool scripted podcast drama, check out Venice HERE by Marisa Bramwell.Thank you for listening to Season 8 of Plan A Konversations! Share your thoughts and follow Klay on your favorite social media: @PlanAwithKlay and use the hashtag #PlanA101​​​. Want more Plan A? Subscribe to Klay's website: KlaySWilliams.com.If you've been motivated, inspired and called to action by this podcast, please consider contributing with the link provided below. Support the show (https://paypal.me/PlanAEnterprises?locale.x=en_US)

Is it just us or do people seem to be in a bad mood lately?  What can we do to combat those people who come into the studio ready to cause drama? Today Rhee and Stacey chat about the tools and strategies they believe work best when it comes to diffusing the cranky people in our studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Denise H. Latimer & Lynise M HeardHosts: Courtney Ortiz & Lesley MealorDancemakers of Atlanta, an NYCDA 2021 Outstanding Studio Winner, has a simple mission - to promote creativity, diversity and innovation while building outstanding leaders with excellent characters. Owners Denise Latimer and Lynise Heard sit down with us to discuss what makes Dancemakers of Atlanta special today on Making the Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast!Follow Dancemakers of Atlanta on social media @dancemakersatlanta and be sure to check out:- Photo Patch, a business started by a Dancemakers of Atlanta dancer, to connect children with their incarcerated parents.- "Matter" NYCDA 2021 Performance- "Black Panther" The Dance Awards 2019 Performance- Dancemakers of Atlanta websiteIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping us create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️This episode is sponsored by:Dance Costumes by UrzúaCustom Dance Costumes and Dancewear for made every body! Use code: IMPACT15 for 15% off all costumes and dancewear! Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor  - @miss.lesley.danceDancemakers of Atlanta - @dancemakersatlantaJoin our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! For a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)

Noëlle Marty recently hiked 2100 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, going from Tehachapi, California to Canada in 117 days and going through 5 pairs of shoes.  We talk about what it was like doing this and more in today's inspiring episode. Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically! Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 250+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

Disclaimer: This episode contains mature content about erotic art and may not be suitable for everyone. Listener discretion is advised.   Have you ever thought about doing erotic work? Are you worried about what people will think because of how that industry can be perceived? Who gets to draw the line between erotic and artistic? In episode #161 of the Dance Boss Podcast, I sit down with dancer, choreographer, and erotic artist, Maura García, and we dive in! We talk: Maura's pathway through technical dance training How erotic art and entrepreneurship go hand in hand And, the hypocrisies within the industry by consumers I truly enjoy having conversations about new things because it's an opportunity to educate myself and learn a new perspective. Whether you agree or disagree with what you hear in this episode, head on over to Instagram and tag me @erinpride and let's have a conversation.   Click here for show notes  https://bit.ly/DBPShowNotes   Zero Gravity, the Experience created by Emily Rossetti is a dance convention for ages 12 and Up, being held on November, 21st 2021 in Summit NJ. For more information visit https://www.zgx.dance and use code ZGXDANCEBOSS when registering for 5% OFF! Join Apolla Performance LIVE this and EVERY FRIDAY at 2 pm EST for Beyond the StEPS, where they tackle the big questions facing the dance community.  www.apollaperformance.com IG/FB @Apollaperfomance https://www.instagram.com/apollaperformance/   DancePreneur Academy is Currently Closed! I am focused on helping dance specialists create 5K consistent months with my signature virtual group training program. BUT fear not friend, I'll be back… in the meantime, join the waitlist. https://bit.ly/dpawaitlist

Kathleen Stock was until last week a professor of philosophy at the University of Sussex. In the last few years she has become better known for her gender critical views, contributing to the highly charged public debate over trans rights and what she and others see as the re-defining of the word ‘woman'. This year she published a book called Material Girls: Why Reality Matters for Feminism, in which she argues that we are in an era of Emperor's New Clothes, that it isn't possible for people to change their biological sex, and that someone's sex should sometimes takes precedence over their gender identity. She is also clear that “Trans people deserve lives free from fear. They deserve laws and policies that properly protect them from discrimination and violence. But as she says…laws and policies based around gender identity are not the right route.” She gives an exclusive interview to Emma Barnett. Leanne Benjamin OBE was principal for 20 years with the Royal Ballet. As one of the most important ballet dancers of the past 50 years, she looks back on her career spanning from 18 to 49, in her new autobiography, ‘Built for Ballet'. Richard Ratcliffe, the husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe who's still detained in Iran, is on hunger strike again in Whitehall, close to government buildings. Today is Day 10. He wants the government to do more to secure Nazanin's release. She's been held in Iran for five years on spying charges - which she denies - and recently lost her appeal against a second prison sentence. Richard joins Emma from outside the Foreign Office in Whitehall. Presenter: Emma Barnett Producer: Kirsty Starkey Interviewed Guest: Kathleen Stock Interviewed Guest: Leanne Benjamin Interviewed Guest: Richard Ratcliffe

Grace is a way of making others feel at ease. Like hospitality, good manners, cultivating a sense of fashion, and putting your best foot forward when it counts, grace is an ongoing effort and cultivated habit of making the world less stressful and more pleasing for those around us.For these reasons, grace is something like a virtue or a paramount “first principle” of social interaction. In this sense, grace is a courtesy; a respect for others. Grace reflects an awareness of being situated in something larger than ourselves, whether that's a relationship, a community, or a society. Yet grace is overlooked. In my own lifetime, it seems to have eroded considerably. I remember fondly back to my childhood, a time when nobody received calls after 7pm - a social convention that respected family and personal time and recognized a need to collect oneself, move at a slower pace, and wind down for the day. I remember a time when politicians showed at least some deference to decorum, especially a head of state. I even grew up in a small town in the foothills of Berkshires where vestigial organs of a bygone etiquette would make the occasional appearance: antique ideas that children might refer to their parents and grandparents by “sir” and “maam,” that one ought to ask to be excused from the table, or that any plateware left behind by a guest ought not be returned to them empty.Grace is an outward orientation, and as such it's a bit anemic in a modern culture with such inward-oriented messaging that encourages us to prioritize our own happiness, our own boundaries, our self care, our self expression, our feelings, our self-reliance, and our independence. To try and understand what grace is and where it fits into modern life, we're speaking today with Sarah Kaufman, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and dance critic at the Washington Post. I read her book “The Art of Grace: On Moving Well Through Life” years ago and it's had a lasting impact on me. It takes the reader on a search for grace, occasionally looking at some pretty surprising and educative examples. It's not only a pleasure to read, it's an inspirational call to action. At OSCILLATIONS we're all about the inspirational and the visionary - the imagining of new, more creative and beautiful worlds. The book gently encourages us to imagine a world where we are generally better to each other and collectively contributing to a sort of beautification project. For most of us, life is hard enough without having to suffer through its trials surrounded by slumped shoulders, shuffling feet, and morose dispositions. I came away from the book with a strong desire to fashion myself into a graceful person as a matter of virtue and civic responsibility. Let's just say it's a work in progress. We couldn't be more honored and excited to speak with Sarah about grace, culture, art, dance, civics, and science. And so with that, we bring you Sarah Kaufman."Art is the signature of civilizations." -Beverly SillsJoin the movement from the very beginning. If you believe that #thefutureiscreative, support us with a like, a follow, and a share.subscribe: YouTube  / Instagram / TikTok / Facebook / Twitter / Vero / Substack / Patreon 

The Ultimate Music Business Summit will be taking place January 6-8, 2022.  We talk with event coordinators Dr. Garrett Hope, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay, and Arthur Breur about the story behind the summit and what to expect in 2022.  Learn more here, and I hope you can join us! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

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Guests - Danielle Ardizzone and Kelly PhinneyHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 75 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we sit down with real-life dance moms Danielle and Kelly to find out how they budget for their kids' busy dance lives!Topics Include: What gets sacrificed to afford competitive dance Tips and tricks to saving on dance essentials Fundraising ideasIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceDanielle Ardizzone - @thedancingdancemomKelly Phinney - @kelly.phinneyCheck out our guests' current projects! Visit Danielle's blog The Dancing Dance Mom for great deals on dance essentials! You can also check out her Facebook page for daily dance deals and to share the dance mom experience.This episode is sponsored by:Level Up Dance Supplies - Dance Gear and Dance Bags! Receive $10 off your next order with code: IMPACT21 Spirit of Dance Awards - IDA Affiliated Competition!New England based dance competition committed to providing a fun, fair and exciting venue for dancers of all levels to showcase their passion in a positive environment! Visit their website for 2022 season schedule and fall convention dates.Join our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Ko-Fi! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)

Come on in, the water is fine!  So this weekend I took Pilates with my sister and I'm thinking about joining. I also took my niece to Chick-fil-A. Chloe has arthritis in her back left leg and I'm thinking about enrolling her in therapy.  Small things? Not for me! There was a time when I could do none of these things. Or I did them with tremendous fear about what was in my bank account. There was a time when I had to ask my parents for money and I was older than I would like to admit. There was a time when the idea of doing anything extra for myself or those I love meant I had to cut back on something that I needed. Living this way was painful and I honestly didn't think another way was possible. Then I started to surround myself with people who charged more, based their prices on the lives they wanted to live instead of guilt, and did it while delivering exceptional services! And then the question turned from why me? To why not me? I can't even believe I'm here! Even more so I can't even believe that I believe I deserve to be here!  So come on in my friend, the water is fine. In episode #160 of the Dance Boss Podcast, I share a framework that I use with my clients to help them price their services and some perspective shifts that can help you release those old, incorrect beliefs about how we as dancers should price our services. Now tell me, is guilt holding you back from charging what you need to live the life you want? Tag me on IG @erinpride and let me know!   Click here for show notes  https://bit.ly/DBPShowNotes   Zero Gravity, the Experience created by Emily Rossetti is a dance convention for ages 12 and Up, being held on November, 21st 2021 in Summit NJ. For more information visit https://www.zgx.dance and use code ZGXDANCEBOSS when registering for 5% OFF!   Join Apolla Performance LIVE this and EVERY FRIDAY at 2 pm EST for Beyond the StEPS, where they tackle the big questions facing the dance community.  www.apollaperformance.com IG/FB @Apollaperfomance https://www.instagram.com/apollaperformance/   DancePreneur Academy is Currently Closed! I am focused on helping dance specialists create 5K consistent months with my signature virtual group training program. BUT fear not friend, I'll be back… in the meantime, join the waitlist. https://bit.ly/dpawaitlist

Today's episode features Compton College professor Harvey Estrada and Grammy award-winning bassist Kevin “Brandino” Brandon on the topic of five-string basses.  We also dig into the Los Angeles bass scene history and go down many other paths in today's spirited chat. Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

This dancer has a body that most would say "no, you can't dance". Dancing with a with 9 fused vertebra is not easy, but Jessica continues to figure out how she can move healthfully as well as aesthetically pleasing for Ballet.  This conversation was an inspiration to be part of + I hope it is for you too. IG @alignfitnessbyallie www.alignfitnessbyallie.com  

Kevin “Brandino” Brandon is an Eastman artist and winner of multiple Grammy awards.  He is also a longtime five-string bass player, and we dig into that topic and many more in today's episode. Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically! Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course and Intermediate to Advanced Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio - CMU is dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals as a musician. Every week each student receives private lessons and participates in a solo class with Micah Howard. Peter Guild, another member of the PSO, teaches Orchestral Literature and Repertoire weekly. They encourage students to reach out to the great bassists in their area for lessons and direction. Many of the bassists from all of the city's ensembles are more than willing to lend a hand. Every year members of the Symphony, the Opera and the Ballet give classes and offer our students individual attention. Click here to visit Micah's website and to sign up for a free online trial lesson.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

Chloe Angyal is a sociologist, media researcher, journalist and published author. Her most recent work, Turning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers is Saving Ballet from Itself (May 2021) presents a passionate & deeply informed exposé on Ballet's present-state, and more importantly, defines calls-to-action for preserving its future. Tune in as we unpack highlights of Chloe's findings… from the dance world's ‘Hidden Curriculum' to its perfectionism epidemic, we unpack predictable mental health consequences of ballet's culture and discuss ways we can show up differently to inspire long-needed change to save an Art we love. Follow Chloe@chloe.angyal.writesTurning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers is Saving Ballet from Itselfwhere books are sold!

Una de mis más grandes pasiones es la danza y dentro de ese marco el Ballet. Decidí hacer un poema en honor a todos aquellos que directa e indirectamente han ayudado y protegido la danza en el mundo. Tuve la fortuna y privilegio de contar con la increíble participación de dos de las primeras bailarinas de México: Ana Elisa Mena y Greta Elizondo. Así como de una joven promesa: Emi Palazuelos. Este escrito y vídeo son algo muy especial para mi, ya que me permiten expresarme desde el fondo de mis entrañas y desarrollarme como escritor, productor y artista multidisciplinario navegando nuevos horizontes que me llenan de entusiasmo. Estirarme más allá de mis competencias junto a un gran equipo que confía y apoya todas estas ideas que me hace sentirte más vivo. Queridos jamás dejen un talento en el cajón por más pequeño que les parezca, no dejen que se muera por la vergüenza y el que dirán, abran la ventana para que vuele hasta donde pueda; riéguenlo, pódenlo, expándanlo y verás tarde o temprano el dulce fruto del esfuerzo y la tenacidad. Dios les bendiga profundamente. Gracias por hacer de nuestro mundo un lugar más bello gracias a su trabajo, entrega y arte. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daniel-habif/support