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Feb 9, 2017

TALK THE TALK and WALK THE WALK: Hip Hop Terminology

Being a relatively new phenomenon, the Hip Hop style of dancing has unique terminology. While some of the terms are borrowed from Ballet—such as plié (bending the knees) and relevé…

Feb 9, 2017

Recitals

Dance Recital Costumes – So Many Cute Costumes, How to the Teachers Decide?

It’s that time of year at OSMD…recital preparation time! We love this time of year with the students learning their dance routines and the teachers picking out the cutest costumes…

Feb 3, 2017

Music Lessons

Important Things to Know About the History of the Cello

Before taking cello lessons, learn a little of the instruments history. The cello is a member of the string family, along with the violin and viola. It is a much…

Feb 3, 2017

Dance Classes

Why Jazz Dancing is Great for Younger Children

Jazz dancing is one of the most popular forms of dance. It has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years, mainly due to its popularity on…

Jan 27, 2017

Dance Classes

That’s Not the ‘Pointe’: Starting Ballet Lessons as a Teen

Starting teen ballet lessons can be intimidating. Many dancers start at a very young age, and it can feel like you have to make up lost ground. Competition from peers…

Jan 27, 2017

Recitals

Center Stage – The Importance of Participating in a Music Recital

A music recital provides several valuable opportunities for participating students. First, recitals give students a clearly defined long-term goal to work towards. For a music recital, students are asked to…

TALK THE TALK and WALK THE WALK: Hip Hop Terminology

Dance Recital Costumes – So Many Cute Costumes, How to the Teachers Decide?

Important Things to Know About the History of the Cello

Why Jazz Dancing is Great for Younger Children

Center Stage – The Importance of Participating in a Music Recital

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TALK THE TALK and WALK THE WALK: Hip Hop Terminology

Dance Recital Costumes – So Many Cute Costumes, How to the Teachers Decide?

Important Things to Know About the History of the Cello

Why Jazz Dancing is Great for Younger Children

That’s Not the ‘Pointe’: Starting Ballet Lessons as a Teen

Center Stage – The Importance of Participating in a Music Recital

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