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Post by Swampy on Dec 5, 2012 22:59:17 GMT -5
Stephanie, this thread is especially for you.
I watch music videos once in awhile, and I like those from the 1980's, when the genre came into being. What I particularly notice now are the dance routines.
Dancers have to be athletic, because they have to practice their routines all day, to be ready to perform at night. They also apparently cannot perform their trade much beyond 35, if that, because their bodies will wear out. On searching the internet, I understand that, when they retire, they either go into teaching, pilates, or taking up minor roles as supporting dancers.
But, while I agree with that, I notice many of the movements aren't that rigorous, at least from my armchair. So even non-professional dancers should be able to do, say, 80% of the movements without any difficulty - the other 20%, of course, is what makes the difference.
What do you think?
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Post by jerryfmcompushaft on Dec 6, 2012 9:29:46 GMT -5
Swampy - pardon me for interjecting here - but I think it is the repitition of the moves that is so physiclly demanding. Probably anyone can do nearly anything once, but to do it over and over, day after day, takes stamina and conditioning. I remember years ago someone did an evaluation of the strength and stamina of male ballet dancers versus pro football players and the dancers came out by far the most fit.
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Post by Swampy on Dec 6, 2012 9:47:04 GMT -5
Oh yes, ballet dancers really have it tough. But good point about the repetition - that's why the dancers really, really chow down, from what I've heard.
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Post by stephanievelings on Dec 8, 2012 14:16:40 GMT -5
Hey Indy,
I am not a dancer myself, so I cannot give my opinion out of experience, but here's what I think;
We definitely should not underestimate any type of dancing. I disagree that anyone could do even 80% of routines or types of dancing. I think it is a definite talent that you should have in order to dance at a good level.
Both people who do and do not have talent for dancing will have to practice tons to keep their shape and keep improving.
About the age; I think it's true that the performance of dancers will gradually decrease as they get older. But then again, I think it also depends on the person; on how much they keep training, on how healthy they are and on their ambitions.
My overal opinion; I think any talent, that is practiced for that much, should never be underestimated or taken lightly. Dancers, actors, writers or any talented group should always be respected.
:-D
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Post by Swampy on Dec 8, 2012 15:02:26 GMT -5
Of course I respect them, but, as I watch some music videos, I wonder if even I can do them with a little practice.
But the easiest things are the hardest.
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Post by stephanievelings on Dec 9, 2012 12:10:23 GMT -5
Would be fun to try out the Gundam style! Haha  |
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Post by Swampy on Dec 9, 2012 12:15:08 GMT -5
Before I forget, Stephanie, when you travel, you may want to live in a place for awhile and speak the language. If you do so, your mindset will change, and your way of thinking will also change. That's because language influences thought and vice versa.
So don't just be a tourist; be one of the locals. I know because I was from Singapore, and, even though we spoke English, the mindset is different. Imagine how different it would be if the languages were different.
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Post by stephanievelings on Dec 10, 2012 13:56:05 GMT -5
That sounds cool. I do want to learn alot about other cultures. I'm sure you'd grow as a person by doing so. But I never want to lose who I really am. So I think the tric is to find a balance there :-D
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Post by Swampy on Dec 10, 2012 20:50:47 GMT -5
I don't know that you would lose who you are. I came from Singapore to Canada over 30 years ago, and I am now Canadian, having renounced my Singaporean citizenship. My identity is totally Canadian, in particular, a Vancouverite British Columbian, but a good part of me is still Singaporean/Chinese.
You don't lose your heritage; you expand your horizons by becoming a citizen of the world.
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Post by Sir John on Dec 11, 2012 15:07:27 GMT -5
"You don't lose your heritage; you expand your horizons by becoming a citizen of the world."
I like that sentiment.
SJ
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Post by Swampy on Dec 14, 2012 1:00:56 GMT -5
Actually, Stephanie, you can never lose your Dutch heritage - as I learned in introductory sociology (a long time ago), no matter what you do, you will always have your initial background imprinted onto you.
So you don't have to worry.
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Post by stephanievelings on Dec 14, 2012 12:02:46 GMT -5
Oh great!! Haha, my Dutchness helps me keep my feet on the ground  I used to do alot of streetdance when I was young. But I always enjoyed singing much more. Maybe I'll pick that up one day  |
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Post by Swampy on Jan 19, 2013 10:49:21 GMT -5
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