Category Archives: Passion

The World of Dance Competitions

Spring is officially dance competition season. It’s a time of long rehearsals, sparkles, hairspray, and, sometimes, drama. Of course, the nature of the competition is stressful. Dancers can compete in large or small groups, duets, or solos. Rehearsal times are … Continue reading

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Ice Dancing

There are lots of exciting sports in the winter Olympics. Though I did not get to watch much of them being at school this year, ice skating has always been one of my favorites. Perhaps because it is very similar … Continue reading

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Tap Time

Tapping is exciting and engaging. The dancers double as the musical instruments! Shoes have aluminum metal taps on the ball and heel of the shoes to give them a sound quality every time the dancer steps or does a step. … Continue reading

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So You Think You Can Dance

“So you think you can Dance” is a popular TV show on Fox that searches for “America’s favorite dancer.” I love the show; I like to get to know the dancers and hear their stories about what inspires them to … Continue reading

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The Language of the Soul

“Dance is the hidden language of the soul.” – Martha Graham There are many different styles of dance. From show-style jazz like the Rockettes do, salsa and Latin ballroom, contemporary and modern, and classical ballet, Martha Graham’s statement applies to … Continue reading

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Dancing Spectacular

One of the most famous dance groups in the world just finished their busiest season. Have you ever heard of the Rockettes? Or perhaps the Radio City Christmas Spectacular? Known for their precision accuracy and dazzling kick lines, the Rockettes … Continue reading

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Passion Blog Plan

I think I would like to modify the topic for my passion blog to reach a more interested audience. Last semester I wrote about ways I kept in touch with my family and various anecdotes related to them, but this … Continue reading

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