4/20/2026 - Week 15 / Meeting 26: Program Rough-draft / Recital

 


SOLOS

 

1

“Four Years, One Goodbye”

 Dancer: Karlyn Mazow

 Music: “I’ll always remember you” by Hannah Montana

 My improvisation is about the end of a chapter and moving onto the next which perfectly describes me wrapping up my 4 years at UM.

 

2

 "Summer on the shore"

 Dancer: Molly Walker

 Music: "Peace Train" by Cat Stevens

My piece will be a representation of my fond memories spending each summer on the New Jersey beaches of Long Beach Island.

 

3

Chasing the Finish

Dancer: Kate Burns

Music: Experience by Ludovico Einaudi

My improvisation is based on my experience of running a marathon.

 

4

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Dancer: Matthew Bernard

 Music: "Cry Baby" by The Neighborhood

 

 5

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 Dancer: Judah Pardau

Music: Recruiting - champagne supernova

 

6

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Dancer: Michael Safir

Music:

 

7

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Dancer: Claire Hicks

Music: Barbie Fairytopia / Mermedia Themes

My improvisation is about my best friend helping me rediscover myself.

 

8

A Million Dreams

Dancer: Alexa Resnick

Music:

My improvisation is about getting into PT school.

 

 9

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Dancer: Jade Capell

Music: Free Fallin by Tom Petty

 

10

Sydney

Dancer: Amanda Schilling

Music: Palm Trees by Surfaces

 

11

La Extrangera / The Foreigner

Dancer: Daniela Hamel

Music: Que Pasa -  Alvaro Soler

 

12

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Dancer: Oliver Swiczy

Music:

 

13

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Dancer: Julia Hansburg

Music: “Still falling for you” by Ellie Goulding

 

14

Thanks Friend

Dancer: Benji Diensfrey

Music: Coffee by Fritz Sullivan

My dance improvisation is about nostalgia and saying goodbye to close friends. The song is written by my friend Fritz Sullivan.

 

15

Between Here and Home

Dancer: Morgan Miller

Music: Work Sonog by Hozier

 

16

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Dancer: Ella-Rose Duval

Music: Starry, starry night by Don McLean – Vincent

 

17

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Dancer: Michael Suarez

Music:

 

18

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Dancer: Esteban Espinoza

Music:

 

19

Skydiving on the Ground

Dancer:

Music:

 

20

Beach Vibes

Dancer: Madison Cohn

Music: Is this love by Bob Marley

 

21

“Echoes of Form”

Dancer: Kyle Urdan

Music: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007 by Johann Sebastian Bach

My improvisation is inspired by classical form and timeless structure. It reflects a sense of discipline, elegance, and control, drawing from the traditions of classical art and music. The movement balances precision with fluidity, mirroring the steady progression of the cello. Through shifts in pace and intention, the piece explores refinement, focus, and personal growth within a structured foundation.

 

22

“Tides of Home”

Dancer: Jackson Bass

 Music: Jackie B by &friends

My improvisation is inspired by growing up in California and spending time at the beach. It reflects the feeling of the ocean, waves, and how those moments shaped who I am. The movement flows between calm and energy, like the tide, and represents both relaxation and growth.

 

 23

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Dancer: Griffin Thorn

 

24

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Dancer: Emi Mizrahi

 

25

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Dancer: Noah Yi

 

26

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Dancer: Sophia Yarosh

 

27

"Echoes of Thought"

Dancer: Dylan Hersh

Song: "Für Elise" by Ludwig van Beethoven This piece will allow me to express movements that shift between calm and intense emotion, aligning with the song. It will show how feelings are very versatile, and they can quickly change. I will reveal contrast in energy and motion to show both improvisation and control.

 

28

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Michael Lubin

 

29

Jew

Dancer: Jackson Hunter

Music: Hava nagila.

 

30

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Dancer: Jason Egre

 

31

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Kori Donath

 

32

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Tyler Rowe

 

33

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Eric Kastner

 

34

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Benjie Greenstein

 

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DUETS

1

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Dancers: Daniela Hamel & Morgan Miller

Music: Icarus – PHILDEL

 

2

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Dancers: Madison Cohn & Alexa Resnick

Music:

 

3

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Dancers: Kate Burns & Amanda Schilling

Music: Aperature by Harry Styles

 

4

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Ella-Rose Duval & Claire

Music: Trouble -  Cold play

 

5

Life is a Mystery

Dancers: Molly Walker & Karlyn Mazow

Music: Like a Prayer by Madonna.

 

6

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Dancers: Morgan Miller & Daniela Hamel

Music: Icarus by Phidel

 

 7

Disco Dance Floor

Dancers: Benji Dientsfrey & Matt Bernard

Music: I just Might by Bruno Mars

 

8

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Dancers: Benjie Greenstein and Erick Kastner

Music:

 

9

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Dancers: Jackson Hunter & Judah Pardau

Music:

 

10

Almost

Dancers: Dylan Hersh & Michael Lubin

Song: “One Dance” – Drake

This duet shows two people who have chemistry but never fully connect. It starts playful and smooth, then slowly turns into strict mirroring and connection.

 

11

“Between Classes”

Dancers: Jackson Bass & Kyle Urdan

Music: Body Language by Samm (BE)

Our duet is based on playing ping pong with friends before every class this semester. It captures the competitive but fun energy of going back and forth, reacting to each other, and staying in the moment. The piece shows both the rhythm of the game and the connection between us.

 

12

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Dancers: Emi Mizrahi & Sophia Yarosh

Music:

 

13

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Dancers: Griffin Thorn & Noah Yi

Music:

 

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ENSEMBLES

1

Hoppin and Boppin

 Dancers: Morgan, Amanda, Daniela, Kate

Music: Valerie by Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse

 

2

“House Vibes”

 Dancers: Jackson Bass, Kyle Urdan, Dylan Hersh, Noah Yi, Michael Suarez

 Music: Edge of Desire by Jonas Blue

 Our piece is inspired by being comfortable in yourself. Also filtering negativity, flowing to the music, and being free.

 

3

Lose Control

 Dancers: Matt, Benji, Alexa, Jade, Madison

 Music: Scream & Shout.

  Our ensemble focuses on a non-narrative style, using movement and energy instead of telling a clear story. We use sharp, staccato movements mixed with more chaotic and fluid motions to create contrast. We also explore different levels by moving our bodies high, medium, and low to make the dance more interesting. Overall, our piece is about being creative, trying new movements, and working together as a group while keeping the performance engaging.

 

  4

 Womanpower

 Dancers: Emilia Mizrahi, Claire Hicks, Ella-Rose Duval, Molly Walker, Karlyn Mazow

 A group of women who found each other's power inspiring united forces to recognize their abilities to succeed in the workforce. Oliver Swiezy

 

 5

 Marbella

 Dancers: Griffin, Esteban, Jackson, Mikey, Oliver

Music: South of France by Future

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