Expert: Gia al Qamar - 8/11/2006

Question
My dancing is "good", but not the best and i NEED to imrpove it within one week, do you have any suggestions?  

Answer
Your question made me smile!
One week?  May I ask...why do you need to improve in 'one week'?
Our dance, as with the world, was not created overnight.
Improvement takes years, perfection...a lifetime!
I'd hazard a guess to stay taht you're being too hard on yourself too!  I'll bet that your dancing is lovely and that you'll improve at the same rate as every other student dancer!
In the meanwhile...to answer your question directly...the key word is PRACTICE!
If you're able to set up private classes with a master teacher or performer in your area, do so.  If not, drill on those moves that you do well and do twice as many drills as the movements that challenge you the most.
Is there a specific area that you think isn't as 'good' as you would like it to be?  Arms?  Isolations?  Hips?  Traveling steps?  Layering?  Connecting with the audience?  Use what you've been taught to step up your game!  Practice several hours each day...If you practice once a day, increase to at least 3hrs each day!  You'll see remarkable improvement.
Another great help is to videotape a run-through of your song or routine.  View the feedback like a coach would with a football team.  See what needs improving and then work to strengthen those areas.
If you'd like to be more specific about your 'weak' areas, I'd be happy to suggest drills or other helpful hints!
If not...good luck in one week!
Gia
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