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Dance is inherently a discipline and, as a result, wonderful training for any child. So often nowadays children receive little or no discipline in their homes and a limited amount in schools. As dance teachers we are often placed in …
For years we would have students ask us who we would recommend for them to take voice lessons from. There were several teachers we knew in our area, but after serious consideration we decided to add voice to our curriculum. …
Recital make-up is a look to set off the costume and set the mood of the dance piece. Those little extras capture the era and style of the number. Whether the dance is 1950s Grease, a ballet classic, or futuristic …
It is very common for dancers to concentrate on their legs and feet and forget the importance of their port de bras. Many times, when I have judged competitions or seen dancers in performance I have been impressed by their …
Making The Connection Between Classroom And Studio
Owning a studio is a tremendous challenge in the best of times. Not only do we have to provide an environment that is warm and welcoming, but we also have to make sure the business side of it is functioning …
In every cloud there is a silver lining! It is true that in the darkest hours of history, some individuals are able to find a way to make success out of misfortune simply because they believed that good things were …
Today more than ever it is important to stay connected with your customers, the parents of your students. Consistent follow-up requires a system, but it can be as easy as creating a simple schedule of dates on which to send …
Being a dance studio owner in this day and age requires a multitude of talents not only artistically, but also businesswise and psychologically. So if we are going to be reasonably well-balanced and remain relatively sane, it is important that …
As the dance season starts to wind down, we believe this is the best time to reflect on your students growth and evaluate where they currently are, where they want to go and what their potential is. One of the …
How Group Efforts Can Spur Creativity
Whether a recital or competition number, as always, its the little details that make the difference on stage. At this time of year everyone is busy preparing for their recitals or end of year shows. Competitions are in full swing …
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If you own and operate a dance school, one thing is certain, you will at some point have an issue with a parent. OK, it might be a few issues with a few parents over the course of a lengthy …
You might still be shivering, but its time to turn up the heat on your marketing plans. Before you know it summer will be here. That means now is the right time to start promoting your summer programs. We have …
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