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Folkloristas |
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Are you a dancer, Mexican Culture enthusiast, or a simply want more
information about the life of a
Folklorista?
This is your page for informational articles, photos
of dancers preparing material, advice, and spotlights about local Dance
Artists. We welcome your additions to this section by way of photos,
health related articles of interest to Dancers, excerpts about Traditional
Dance history or advice.
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The Performer's Edge |
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The Performer's Edge, September 05
We have all heard it. I wish my company performed more, toured, had more
pachangas, practiced less, danced Sinaloa more etc. No matter how awesome
your dance company, there is always something that you wish were
different. It’s human nature, we all look around and see that another
Group seems to have something that we wish for. So how do we go about
bringing about the changes that we want in our Company? |
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Workshops. Picking out the Good Stuff
For folkloristas, learning new material from a Guest teacher or workshop
instructor is a vital way to gain styling information, expand your
repertoire, and catch a new teaching methodology. It takes a special
learning system to synthesize as much information from the Maestro as
possible in this short time period... |
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How can I manage it all?
As the busy Spring performing Season approaches and the demands on
folkloristas increase it can seem overwhelming. Extra practices to set
shows, 5 de Mayo presentations, community Festivals and fairs. How do I
balance the needs of my home and work life with my passion for folklorico
? Below are a few tested organizational methods to keep you on top of the
stresses and make sure you are able to participate and make living. |
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Forklorico for Life!!
We all know them. Those few veterano folkloristas who have been dancing
forever. 10, 20, even 30 years!! So how do they do it in an arte where the
most people come and go in a few practices? Here are a few of the keys to
making your folklorico and dance career long and happy. |
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The big audition is coming up
Your company has been practicing every night for the chance to try out for
the show of a lifetime. Nerves are raw, and everyone is on edge from the
hard work and long hours. So what can you do to help the team get through
this stressful time and maximize your shot at impressing the judges? |
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You're an avid Folklorista, dedicated to
your Arte. This is where you will find tips on being your best
at what you love. Zapateando!!
Spring Break is a wonderful time
to spend enjoying meals and gatherings with family and friends. With a
little time off and a little too much festejando, it is easy to
fall into a rut making a return to dance practice difficult .
Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the Break without packing on too
much weight or losing your dancing edge... |
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Ouch!!
It happens so fast. One minute your feeling
great, putting together complicated zapateado combinations, full of
energy. The next minute your in serious pain and wondering what the heck
just happened? When it comes to avoiding injuries, the saying that an
ounce of prevention goes a long way is definitely right. Here are some
tips to make sure that your dance career is long, healthy, and fun... |
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Passed over again?
You have attended the practices and learned the material but you STILL
didn't get the Solo or the Spot in the choreography that you wanted. Its
just not fair!! Below are some tips that will help you win your coveted
position by making a lasting impression on your Dance Companies' Artistic
Director.... |
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