What a Jazz podcast

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What a Jazz podcast

Talks with dancers, musicians, scene leaders and a variety of inspiring community members. Hosted by Elze Visnevskyte from What a Jazz Dance Studio.

  1. #45 Sabou

    16 OCT

    #45 Sabou

    In this episode, we sit down with Sabou, a dancer, educator, and organizer, to discuss our shared experiences in Ghana learning Afro dances. We explore Sabou’s vision and mission behind organizing the training and the key insights we hope to bring back to our dance communities. We also dive into the contrast between dance in studios versus everyday life, stepping out of our comfort zones during improvisation, overcoming the fear of self-expression, and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously as dancers. Lastly, we touch on topics like comparison, social media, and mental health.

    1h 24m
  2. #44 Fredrik Dahlberg

    24 SEPT

    #44 Fredrik Dahlberg

    Dancer, musician, performer and educator from Sweden Fredrik Dahlberg shares his journey into jazz, the inspirations and the challenges that defined his path. We discuss the topics of improvisation, mindsets for practicing and improving, and the qualities of a good performer. Fredrik reflects on his time with the Hot Shots and what jazz has taught him about life on and off the stage.

    57 min
  3. #43 Clara Martínez

    25 JUN

    #43 Clara Martínez

    Tap dancer, choreographer, and teacher Clara Martínez talks about her journey to becoming a professional tap dancer, learning from the masters and developing her style. We dive into finding your path, creating opportunities as an artist and seeking support from others. We also discuss the connection between jazz dance and tap, dealing with insecurities and the five elements of improvisation.

    1h 11m
  4. #42 Mako Ruan

    11 JUN

    #42 Mako Ruan

    We sit down to chat about the concept of home and belonging, lessons from life on the road, and the quest for community. Mako shares her experience of exploring Jazz music and learning to dance from a “music first” approach, her relationship to practicing and developing her authentic movement. We also talk about her journey of learning traditional Guinean dance and how that shaped her approach to sharing the dance. Finally, we reflect on the importance of patience and embracing frustration in the learning process.

    1h 28m
  5. #41 Ursula Hicks

    21 MAY

    #41 Ursula Hicks

    Join us as we delve into Ursula's dance journey, exploring the distinction between copying and drawing inspiration, the importance of infusing personal elements into dance, and the process of embracing your unique body and movement. Ursula shares her teaching philosophy, her strategies for overcoming insecurities, and her efforts to cultivate a caring community. We also discuss the emotional spectrum within the dance space and reflect on how dance can guide us toward self-discovery.

    1h 12m
  6. #40 Sep Vermeersch

    7 MAY

    #40 Sep Vermeersch

    We chat with Sep about his ongoing journey with dance and continuous learning. We discuss the vibrant jazz culture in Gent, Belgium, and how the live music scene influenced Sep’s dancing and improvisational skills. We also delve into Sep's preference for identifying as a facilitator rather than a teacher, explore the distinction between holding and creating space, and working on one's confidence. Photo by: Juls Sobrón

    1h 13m
  7. #39 Mindaugas Bikauskas

    26 MAR

    #39 Mindaugas Bikauskas

    In this episode we explore the early days of Lindy Hop in Lithuania, the beginning of the Harlem festival, and the journey of the Rhythm Junkies band. Mindaugas offers insights into leading a band, fostering a local community, and the valuable lessons gained throughout. We dive into the nuances of musicality, the emotional connection to dance and music, and accessing it both on stage and the social dance floor. Lastly, we reflect on discovering your voice and the significance of having role models along the way. Photo: Ugne Henriko Photography

    1h 20m
  8. #38 Edwige Adjomale

    12 MAR

    #38 Edwige Adjomale

    In this episode Edwige shares her dance journey, finding herself through movement and developing self-acceptance. She shares her experience growing up in a community where dance was part of a way of being, something you do rather than something you have to learn in class. We discuss learning to do steps versus learning to connect to music, finding one's individuality but not looking for it too hard, and how to facilitate that learning process for others. -- Photo: by Stephanie O'Connor

    57 min
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Talks with dancers, musicians, scene leaders and a variety of inspiring community members. Hosted by Elze Visnevskyte from What a Jazz Dance Studio.

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  • Creator
    What a Jazz
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
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