Lyrical vs Contemporary 2.0

Guests - Christina Belinksy and Sam QuinnHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 151 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we bring you back to one of the hottest topics in the dance industry today - lyrical vs contemporary. IDA judges and dance educators Christina Belinksy and Sam Quinn weigh in on this discussion.Topics Include: The evolution of the styles and what that means for the competitive dance world  The importance of music selection in choosing which style of dance to present Why it can sometimes feel like today's young dancers don't think lyrical is "cool" - and why we do!Help support our podcast. Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members-onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Season 4. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearYour support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceChristina Belinksy - @christinabelinsky  Sam Quinn - @samquinnCheck out our guest’s current projects! Follow Christina's bespoke, sustainable clothing line - @artistsinmotionapparelThis episode is sponsored by:Apolla Performance The benefit of a shoe + the comfort of a sock. Try Apolla Shocks and use code IMPACT10 for 10% off at checkout!DecaDance Competition - IDA Affiliated CompetitionView their 2024 tour dates and register now!Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Join your hosts Courtney Ortiz & Lesley Mealor at the Capezio Flagship Store in the heart of New York City for a LIVE podcast recording of Making the Impact!  PLUS - a bonus master class with Courtney, lunch at Capezio, swag bag freebies, dance wear discounts & more! Saturday, March 30th, 2024 - RSVP and register for class now! YoungArts Applications for YoungArts's National Arts Competition are due 10/13/23! Apolla Performance Revolutionary compression dance socks for all styles! Use code: IMPACT10 for 10% off! Deca Dance Competition IDA Affiliated Competition! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show