30: How To Pick Up Choreography Faster with Taylor Scanlan

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The SWING LIFE Podcast

Taylor Scanlan

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Hosted by professional swing and dance captain Taylor Scanlan, this show shares real tools, lived experience, and behind-the-scenes insight to help you thrive offstage and on. Whether you’re swinging or covering your first or fifth show, you’ll find grounded guidance, bite-sized tips, and the support you never got in training.

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30: How To Pick Up Choreography Faster with Taylor Scanlan

The SWING LIFE Podcast

24 minutes

1 year ago

30: How To Pick Up Choreography Faster with Taylor Scanlan

Welcome back to another episode! Today, we're diving into how to pick up choreography faster, especially during auditions and classes. Whether you're new to dance or looking to sharpen your skills, this episode provides practical steps to boost your confidence and clarity. Thank you for being part of this amazing community!

Highlights:

Personal Story: Insights from my own experiences with picking up choreography and overcoming challenges.
Mental Preparation: Strategies for boosting confidence and staying positive before auditions.
Physical Preparation: Importance of warming up and getting your body ready for the demands of auditions.
Observation Skills: How to keenly observe choreographers to capture style and nuances.
Patterns and Sections: Breaking down choreography into manageable chunks for better retention.
Awareness: Techniques for staying present and aware during auditions to enhance performance.
Reflection: The power of reflecting on your audition experiences to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Feedback and Follow-Up: Importance of seeking feedback and how to use it constructively.

What to Expect:

Part 1: Preparation:
- Mental Preparation: Techniques for boosting your mindset and confidence.
- Physical Preparation: Effective warm-up routines to prepare your body for auditions.
Part 2: Performance:
- Observation: Tips on how to watch and learn from the choreographer.
- Patterns and Sections: Methods for breaking down choreography into sections to make learning easier.
- Awareness: Importance of staying present and breathing techniques to enhance focus.
Part 3: Reflection:
- Self-Review: How to reflect on your performance to identify what went well and what to improve.
- Feedback and Follow-Up: Tips on asking for and utilizing feedback to grow as a dancer.

By the end of this episode, you'll have actionable steps to help you pick up choreography faster, ensuring you walk into auditions and classes more confidently and clearly. Enjoy the episode and thank you for tuning in!

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