Musical Dog Sport Association
Magic of the Match Online Workshop (March 2011)
Welcome to MDSA's Magic of the Match online workshop! To look for a magic match, first open the HEELING FOOTAGE link, and turn the volume all the way down on the YouTube control. Next, click one of the MUSIC OPTION links and make sure the volume is turned on for the music. You should have TWO internet windows open at this point. Hit PLAY in both windows. Watch, enjoy and then discuss what you see on the workshop list.
On Stage Now ...
Waiting in the Wings ...
We're done! This concludes our 2011 music workshop. A special thanks to Carolyn Scott for leading us and sharing her mastermind. In addition, thank you to the MDSA Executive Board for all their help putting this workshop together and most of all, our MDSA members who bravely participated and shared their thoughts and beautiful dogs! You've got some great music now, and we hope to see you dance ...
Special Exercises ...
Same Song, Different Styles of Walking on Sunshine
Same Song, Different Moods and Emotions
Same Song, DIfferent Magic Matches. What is this song highlighting as the team moves? Is it the dog's tail wag, feet, energy, natural movement, attitude? What I like I about this song is that it is up beat and has some really fun changes with both a light and a tad heavier beat. Be sure to listen to the entire song as you watch the team to get a real feel for both music and how the team looks throughout.
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What to Watch For When Matching Music ...
Age of dog Age of handler Size of dog Age group of audience Is this music for a demonstration or competition? Athleticism/mobility of the handler Athleticism/mobility of the dog Does the dog move gracefully? How about the handler? Does the music/lyrics compliment the team and reflect relationship, bond, teamwork, etc. What feelings or mood do you want to create for the audience? Weight of the music Would this style of music limit behaviors used in team's choreography? Example: Going through legs will not work in performance The dog's facial expression (mouth open or closed). Do the expressions reflect joy or are they more intense? Dog's ears pricked up, hanging down and moving freely, bouncing, etc.? Dog's foot fall/how high they lift their feet? Dog's body posture and energy. Move loosely? Move stiff and seem to conserve energy? Regular or erratic in movement? Dog's tail wag or does the rear end? Dog's hair: Long coats to give appearance of grace? Dog's personality Handler's comfort zone with the music. Does the handler seem rushed? Move comfortably to the music? Handler's ability to move to the music and energy level Music lyrics Title of song Enough changes in music that makes for interesting choreography? Where the dog is at in terms of training level. Newbie? More experienced?
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