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Dance Studio 411


This is Dance Studio 411 where we answer your real life questions about your toughest studio life predicaments. Parent problems, teacher turnover, student challenges, policy dilemmas and so much more! Let's talk about what's keeping you awake at night and what you can do about it. Here are your hosts Suzanne Blake Gerety and Jill Tirone.

Oct 29, 2024

In this episode of Dance Studio 411, host Jill Tirone sits down with the talented Taylor Hiller, Revolution's Channel Brand Manager and seasoned choreographer. Taylor reveals her tried-and-true formula for creating flawless recital choreography. Whether you're a seasoned dance instructor or just starting, Taylor’s insights on curriculum structure, lesson planning, and choreography processes are sure to inspire. Plus, you'll learn her tips for balancing creativity with structure, emphasizing the importance of organization, preparedness, and efficiency in the classroom so your recital performances shine.


Key Takeaways:

  • What’s the Formula? Understanding goals and expectations to selecting music and costumes.
  • Class Efficiency = Performance Proficiency: Discover how being organized in class leads to a more confident and polished recital performance.
  • Curriculum, Syllabus, Lesson Plans: Taylor clarifies these key elements and how they help create a cohesive learning experience for students.
  • Choreographic Process: Whether you start with music, movement, or costumes, Taylor’s step-by-step approach will help you map out your choreography with ease.
  • Pro Tip: "Class efficiency equals performance proficiency."

Time Stamps:

[0:56] Taylor's introduction

[2:44] Taylor clarifies the terms curriculum, syllabus, and lesson plans so listeners understand how these three elements work within their studios

[5:43] Taylor dives into the importance of arriving to the studio prepared and organized. The more effient we are with our class time, the more profient our performance will be. 

[7:36] Taylor disscusses her choreographic formula


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