They are the embodiment of strength a beaming light of ambition and resilience in a world built by and for men they have taken their rightful place leading with grace and power. ![]() They stand tall and proud, ruling in the wild, It's an image that to me represents history in the making and how phenomenal power and beauty can co exist. One of my favorite images captured of this phenomenal woman is below, just after she was sworn in as madam president you can see her bodyguards on either side of her who are also the only women. She has promoted policies aimed at achieving social, economic, and political justice for all Tanzanians, however, I belive her greatest accomplishment since becoming president is how she has shown and inspired all the women young and old of East Africa to continue to belive in themselves, that anything is possible, no matter what the world says. She had previously served as Tanzania's Vice President from 2015 until 2021.Ĭonsidered a reformer since taking the presidency Samia has pushed for development and reforms in Tanzania. She was sworn in on 19 March 2021, succeeding John Magufuli after his death. Samia is the first female president of the country. ![]() I believe this is exactly what Samia Suluhu Hassan ( Madame President) did, she broke through the cultural barriers, went against the norm, and did what no Tanzanian woman has ever done before. Women are judged for being too flirty, too serious, too driven, and too maternal- why shouldn’t we just give it all up and be what we want! "Jana Harris" There comes a time in every woman’s life when she rejects the character society expects her to be, whether that be the straight-laced Good Girl, the Not Like the Other girl, or any other patriarchy-approved role. PS, This is me, pulling at my heart strings.Woman standing at a podium with two flags on either side of her Here's to a good year of genuinely heart-felt solos! Hopefully one of these will spark a revolutionary idea and help you avoid having to choreograph to that slow cover of that pop song on the radio because you can't find anything better.you know the song I'm talking about. I've compiled 10 songs from my music library that will provide all the lyrical and musical emotion you need to inspire a great piece of choreography. If you've found yourself in a similar situation, this list is for you. ![]() Often, finding a song that both the dancer and choreographer agree on is extremely challenging. Contemporary and lyrical solos are very popular and it seems that around this time of year I spend a lot of time looking for songs with "all the feels" that will not only pull the audience in, but also pull at their heart strings. Dancers decide they want to do a solo, so they and their choreographer go searching for the perfect song. Okay, yeah, it's back-to-school time, but I'm thinking about something else.solo time. But really, no matter where you teach, these songs could inspire great choreography in any venue! These song could be used for many different ages and styles, Hopefully these will help some of my UDA teachers who need a last minute (or back-up) idea. It's been challenging and exciting I've found quite wide selection! While I am saving some of my best ideas for myself, I certainly can't use all of them, so I thought I'd share. I have spent the past month or two searching for songs that capture these first-time life moments. The recital theme is "That's a First! Dances Inspired by Life's Fabulous First Moments." I have to admit that when I first heard the theme I thought, "What.? What does that mean?" But, as I've grown to understand the idea, I've become very excited for this theme! There are so many possibilities and so many personal memories that can be commemorated. Utah Dance Artists, one of the fabulous dance studios that I teach at, is dedicating their Spring 2016 Recital to these moments. ![]() First steps, first day of school, first kiss, first home.
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