Tag Archives: Mary Brennecke

Mary’s Dance Tip – Arms, The Rest of the Story

September 8, 2009 – 3:30 am

Development of arm styling is considered an important aspect of our dancing, yet it is most often considered only a matter of aesthetics. While it is true that the extension and the activity of the arms can create a fuller, more finished picture in your dancing, there is much more to picture. We want always to [...]

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Bolero Workshop with Mary

August 24, 2009 – 3:30 am

Be sure to join this fun one-time workshop on the fundamentals of the sexy Bolero. This slow Latin rhythm is a great dance for developing strong leg and body lines and a fantastic way to work on character in your dancing. Mary will be covering the fundamental leg actions and will create a fun combination [...]

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Mary’s Dance Tip – Latin Body Action, The Real Story

July 7, 2009 – 10:18 am

When we work on our Latin and Rhythm dancing an important focus for all dancers is the development of body action.  The isolations we use through our legs, hips and ribs create the look of the dances, but they are also of great importance to the lead and follow success of the dancing. For the [...]

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From Elegant Ballroom to Earthy Salsa, Workshop Week Returns!

June 15, 2009 – 12:30 am

It’s back! By popular demand, Dance Station is bringing back Workshop Week — five days of fun, one-time workshops. There’s a workshop for everyone, from beginning to advanced dancers, and in styles ranging from elegant ballroom to earthy salsa. This is a great opportunity to try something new, or push yourself to the next level [...]

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Mary and Lawrence – Guest Performers at Louder Than Words

May 11, 2009 – 12:23 am

We are excited to announce that Dance Station professionals Mary Brennecke and Lawrence Black will be guest performers at Moving People Dance Santa Fe’s Louder Than Words event this weekend. This event is Moving People Dance Santa Fe’s kick off for the 2009 Santa Fe Dance Festival. The performance will be held at the Greer [...]

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Mary’s Dance Tip – Okay, Let Him Lead

May 5, 2009 – 3:30 am

One of the most important things to remember in the journey of developing our dancing is the importance of our roles in the partnership. Before you start groaning, ladies, we must understand how we can be a follower and still be an active, committed and aggressive dancer. Remember, we are 50 percent of the partnership. [...]

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Mary’s Dance Tip – Good Etiquette is a Good Idea

April 7, 2009 – 12:56 am

When we think of the many skills we develop as students of ballroom dance, good social etiquette is definitely on the short list. While it is important to develop the etiquette of asking people to dance, escorting your partner on and off the floor and always acknowledging your partner after a dance, it is just [...]

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