So, I've really tried to refrain from posting about auditions just because I feel like I'd be posting entirely too much; buuuut I just got too excited. So, here we go:
Sidenote: I'm pretty sure no one reads this yet so I'll have to figure out a way to connect to the SYTYCD online community. Still new to the whole blog world if you couldn't tell.
I am SO loving Sammy Ramirez, a 19-year old from Hollister, CA. The bboys and poppers typically end up being some of my favorites to make it to the finale and from the ones I've seen, I never thought I'd be impressed again...
Dominic, Season 3 (ah, my first love)
Victor Kim (one of my fav auditions)
Ryan from Season 2 and Hok Konishi from Season 3 and all the Quest/6step guys
Robert Murane from Season 4 auditions (who can forget him?!)
Phillip (who's back this audition round, after pneumonia kept him from Vegas last year)
and GEV!
and TWTICH
(and I would have even included Josh (winner of Season 4) in here but most of his videos have been pulled).
I didn't expect to be too impressed by anyone else after these guys above, but Sammy succeeded! He has a flavor all his own. His stops are probably the most spot on that I've ever seen. But more than any of that, he's got this charisma about him that makes him so likable! He's smile is infectious! What a cutie! He's a born entertainer, for sure. Doesn't really matter how good a popper/breaker/bboy you are, you gotta have that connection to the audience and entertainer/comedic quality. I love how Sammy even uses his eyes and hair in choreography. I really hope to see him in the top 20! (Along with Phillip). You know I love the bboys and poppers!
Couldn't find Sammy's audition yet but here's some of his work to the Super Mario theme:)
Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
What's so great about SYTYCD?
I chose "That Was Kinda Bucc" as the title for the blog- in reference to judge Lil' C's reaction to a dance from Season 4. He explains Bucc as "when internal artistry meets physical expression." If you can create a "Bucc" performance, you can be assured a scream from Mary Murphy and votes to keep you in the competition. That "Bucc" definition is exactly why I one day want to be a choreographer. I have succeeded in dance when I can express the motivation that music and beats give me, in combination with emotion from my own experience of life.
SYTYCD is the most "genuine" of all the "reality" shows for me. I don't even like to call it a reality show because of the connotation that comes along with that title. My favorite thing about Season 4 was the fact that not only were the contestants amazing dancers, but genuine, simple, everyday people with great hearts who created lasting art, meaningful relationships, and set a great example through their humility, charisma and concern for others.
SYTYCD has truly been a gift to the world of artistry in its respect of all dance forms; introducing the world to dances that have been around for ages, but never really been given any spotlight in "popular culture." I also greatly respect the forum it has created for talented, brilliant, genius choreographers.
I think one of the main reasons I originally got sucked into the show also had to do my love of music. SYTYCD creates an amazing platform for music artists and I don't even know if they realize it. More than 50% of the music I listen to has come from finding new artists and songs that are chosen for partner and solo dances.
Musicians should be in full support of SYTYCD and be thrilled if one of their songs is chosen for a dance. I've fallen back in love with songs I'd grown tired of, I've run to my computer to search for a song I'd never heard but LOVED, I've seen countless SYTYCD web sites and blogs devoted to trying to figure out "who sang that song that Mark and Chelsea danced to, I LOVED it!"
One of my most beloved friends, Maddie(Hi Moo!) and I have had countless conversations about what songs we'd love to see a dance choreographed to and have exchanged so much new music through discussion of what was featured on SYTYCD. I think this aspect of the show is hiiiiighly under-rated. :)
So that's my first "rave" over this show that gets me oh so enthusiastic every May.
And maybe now in September too?! Speaking of which- What do you guys think about having back to back seasons now?!
SYTYCD is the most "genuine" of all the "reality" shows for me. I don't even like to call it a reality show because of the connotation that comes along with that title. My favorite thing about Season 4 was the fact that not only were the contestants amazing dancers, but genuine, simple, everyday people with great hearts who created lasting art, meaningful relationships, and set a great example through their humility, charisma and concern for others.
SYTYCD has truly been a gift to the world of artistry in its respect of all dance forms; introducing the world to dances that have been around for ages, but never really been given any spotlight in "popular culture." I also greatly respect the forum it has created for talented, brilliant, genius choreographers.
I think one of the main reasons I originally got sucked into the show also had to do my love of music. SYTYCD creates an amazing platform for music artists and I don't even know if they realize it. More than 50% of the music I listen to has come from finding new artists and songs that are chosen for partner and solo dances.
Musicians should be in full support of SYTYCD and be thrilled if one of their songs is chosen for a dance. I've fallen back in love with songs I'd grown tired of, I've run to my computer to search for a song I'd never heard but LOVED, I've seen countless SYTYCD web sites and blogs devoted to trying to figure out "who sang that song that Mark and Chelsea danced to, I LOVED it!"
One of my most beloved friends, Maddie(Hi Moo!) and I have had countless conversations about what songs we'd love to see a dance choreographed to and have exchanged so much new music through discussion of what was featured on SYTYCD. I think this aspect of the show is hiiiiighly under-rated. :)
So that's my first "rave" over this show that gets me oh so enthusiastic every May.
And maybe now in September too?! Speaking of which- What do you guys think about having back to back seasons now?!
Welcome!
Hi everyone!
Welcome to my blog! I myself am not entirely sure what to expect out of it just yet, but I needed an outlet - because I absolutely love dance and the forum So You Think You Can Dance offers for creativity, music, expression and raw emotion.
I'll admit, I hold the dearest place in my heart for the cast of Season 4...but I'm ready for a great Season 5 too!
If you've just stumbled upon this somehow, browsing through the great big Internet world, thanks for taking the time to read! I'd love for you to participate and welcome you to join in the SYTYCD fanaticism! If you're a dance fan-you must be "legit" and I'm excited about sharing our enthusiasm!
To all who already know me- (as Billy would say) "DON'T JUDGE ME!" Yes, you may think I'm crazy for starting a blog about SYTYCD and well, that's fine, I probably am crazy. Or perhaps you're just as crazy and thrilled as I am! Either way- welcome, I hope you enjoy!
WOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Welcome to my blog! I myself am not entirely sure what to expect out of it just yet, but I needed an outlet - because I absolutely love dance and the forum So You Think You Can Dance offers for creativity, music, expression and raw emotion.
I'll admit, I hold the dearest place in my heart for the cast of Season 4...but I'm ready for a great Season 5 too!
If you've just stumbled upon this somehow, browsing through the great big Internet world, thanks for taking the time to read! I'd love for you to participate and welcome you to join in the SYTYCD fanaticism! If you're a dance fan-you must be "legit" and I'm excited about sharing our enthusiasm!
To all who already know me- (as Billy would say) "DON'T JUDGE ME!" Yes, you may think I'm crazy for starting a blog about SYTYCD and well, that's fine, I probably am crazy. Or perhaps you're just as crazy and thrilled as I am! Either way- welcome, I hope you enjoy!
WOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
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