Blog 23: 2014 interview

1. Lara McConnaughey, North
2. Linguistics, international relations. She is inspired by her father and wants study in her future.
3. UCLA Linguistics, Claremont High School Teacher, German Embassy.
4. To have fun, to be an expert on her topic.
5. She asked about senior project being its own unit and since I didn't know the answer I said I'd get back to her.

Blog 12: Third Interview Questions

1. What causes a choreographed performance to be overwhelming to the audience?

2. How can a dancer best prepare for a performance?

3. What is most important when performing with a group?

4. What is most important when performing alone?

5. How does a dancer achieve musicality?

6. How important are facial expressions?

7. What is the best way to practice to prepare for a routine?

8. Is there a difference between performing just to perform or performing for a competition? What is it?

9. What is done to get ready for a performance? (including choosing song, choosing costume, routine process)

10. From the previous question, which are the most important? Why?

Second Interview Questions

1. Have you always been a dancer?
2. How long have you been a dance judge?
3. Which dance do you prefer to instruct? Why?
4. What do you teach your students to do to prepare so they can perform well?
5. Describe what you aim for while teaching a dance.

Blog 3: Interview Preperation

1.  Who do you plan to interview?  Why?

I plan to interview my summer mentor because she has a great deal of experience with performances in front of a seated audience, a parade and competitions.

2.  You have to ask 5 questions.  What additional questions do you plan to ask?  Ask open-ended questions.  

What is the most important thing, in your opinion, during a dance performance?
How can a dancer improve her/his presentation skills?
Tell me about what you think stands out during a performance