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My brother is DJing a dance at an elementary school and he needs to think of some music. Today’s popular music would be good. But it has to be appropriate.

Most songs have edited or clean versions. So it really would,’t matter what you chose as long as it was filtered. I think the Black Eyed Peas, OutKast, and even some Lady GaGa songs would be great. Fun, Pop songs that everyone could relate to and sing would be great. That Fireflies song by Owl City would be a good choice. Down by Jay Sean, Bad Romance, 21 Guns, etc.

Im a beginner and im 15 im serious about this and need a good, commiting dance school. Plz Help!

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Type your zip code in and see what dance studios come up. Visit the websites of the ones that have Hip Hop classes, or give the studio a call. Your best bet is to actually visit the studio and take a class with the teacher. This way you can figure out if its best for you.

There are some wonderful movies out there with a theme about dancing. They are timeless in nature even though they have been around for decades. When they are on TV those of us that have already seen them will watch them again and again. Those that are seeing them for the first time will be very impressed with them. There is just something magical about dancing that reels us in and gets out blood pumping faster!

Dirty Dancing is a movie with Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Gray. The story involves a determined young lady with all of the perks in life and her family going to a summer retreat where music and dancing are part of the program. She then meets the character of Swayze named Johnny who teaches dance.

She realizes that many people don’t have life as easy as her and she is willing to stand up for the ways in which they have been wronged. Of course this comes at the expense of her family being disappointed with some of her choices.

The movie has plenty of great dance moves for all of us to pick up on. It also have some great segments where Gray is trying to learn the right moves and we can all appreciate how trying those types of efforts can be for us. Of course Dirty Dancing is also a love story that everyone loves with the guy getting his girl in the end.

Who can forget the 80’s dance movie Footloose with Kevin Bacon? The theme song by Kenny Loggins is still played all the time on the radio and at dances. This movie involves a young man moving to a new location where his aunt and uncle are from. He stands out due to his loud music and his love for dancing. There is no dancing in that town as it was banned by the Reverend.

Footloose is also a great love story for the younger people to appreciate as well as about learning to stand up for yourself when you are struggling to fit in. There are rumors that Footloose is being remade though with Zack Effron from High School Musical stepping into that lead role. Only time will tell if this project is real or just one myth circulating on the internet.

Flashdance is another great hit movie with inspiring dancers doing all that they can in order to make that dream they have a reality. It gives you an insight into the fact that being a talented dancer isn’t always easy. There are many sacrifices to be made along the way. It also shows that there is plenty of hard work and dedication that goes into it. Professional dancers don’t just wake up one day with all the right moves to make it happen. Instead they have to be creative, take risks, and continue to work to make it all look like it should out there.

No mention of movies with dancing would be complete though if we didn’t bring some of John Travolta’s roles into the picture. In both Saturday Night Fever and Grease he shows us some amazing dance moves that have made him famous again and again. While most of his roles now don’t involve dancing it is often what we think of when we see this great performer.

Some of the best moves of the disco era came from Saturday Night Fever and some of you reading this even have a smile on your face as you recall doing those moves yourself back then. Even though the styles of dancing are varied in these movies, they are all timeless icons that you just can’t help but be drawn in by.

John
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Many people choose to learn Spanish in Latin America because of the wide range of incredible locations in which to learn the language. Students can choose a beach location like Montanita in Ecuador, or a very historic town like Cusco, high up in the Andean Mountains of Peru. Whether you want to explore archaeological sites, experience indigenous culture, observe wildlife, or simply laze on unspoilt beaches, Latin America provides all the ingredients for the perfect learning experience.

If you want to see the jungle or have always wanted to go to Machu Picchu, then take a Spanish course that facilitates these aspirations. For example, El Paraiso Spanish Language School (Costa Rica) enables students to stay in Manuel Antonio National Park, with its beautiful beaches and extraordinary biodiversity. ACUPARI Language School (Peru) is based in Cusco, the amazing capital of the ancient Inca Empire. Some students divide their time between two locations so they can explore the natural and cultural diversity of Latin America.

Another reason people choose to learn Spanish in Latin America is the immense choice of courses available. They range from private one-to-one tuition to a myriad of specialized programmes. For example, Interhispanica (Argentina) offer Spanish and Latin American economy classes. OLÉ (Mexico) offer specially designed programmes for children, teenagers and seniors. Educacion Para Todos (Guatemala) offer customised programmes for social science and medical professionals. Most language schools offer special modules to meet the needs and personal interests of students.

A popular option is to combine a Spanish course with some volunteer work, either once you have finished your language course or during the time when you are not attending lessons. Typical areas of work include helping out in orphanages or nursery schools, working in local community projects, assisting with wildlife or conservation projects. Volunteer Latin America provides information on over one hundred Spanish language schools that offer volunteer work and internships. One such school is Tandem Santiago – Escuela de Idiomas Violeta Parra (Chile), which arranges internships for high school graduates and college students throughout Chile.

Many language schools enable students to combine a Spanish course with adventure and sporting activities. For example, Andean Global Studies (Ecuador) offer Spanish classes combined with diving, surfing or kiteboarding. The Mariposa Spanish School and Eco Hotel (Nicaragua) organizes horse riding trips to the Masaya Volcano. A wide range of outdoor pursuits and activities are offered at other language schools including trekking, paragliding, rock climbing, river rafting, skiing and snowboarding.

In addition to the Spanish courses, most language schools offer extra-curricular activities to suit the tastes of all students. This includes attending sporting events, jungle hikes, guitar lessons, cooking classes, movie evenings, trips to the theatre, parties, and excursions to local places of interest (archaeological sites, indigenous communities, national parks, etc).

From the evidence cited above, it is easy to understand why many people choose to learn Spanish in Central or South America. There isn’t anywhere better to combine a language course with learning new skills and having fun. For example, a Spanish course combined with Salsa, Merengue or Tango dance lessons is a great way of meeting other like-minded travellers and having fun. Many students forge lifelong friendships through such an experience.

So what are you waiting for? Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture of Latin America for the most rewarding educational experience of your life.

Forget about Spain, where the accent isn’t as attractive and prices far higher than in Latin America.

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A detective themed mystery party for all girls – ages 12+ for 7-12 guests! Get ready to do some serious sleuthing and have a blast solving a fun and challenging mystery at River Peak High School! *For the younger aged guests (10-12 years), parent hosts might need to give assistance with clues and sleuthing! NEED MORE CHARACTERS? Click here for the 5 character (3 boy, 2 girl) expansion pack! There will be subsequent volumes released so tell your friends to keep their costumes! LET MY MYSTERY PARTY STAFF PREPARE YOUR GAME KIT – CLICK HERE FOR THE PARTY READY PACK! MYSTERY SYNOPSIS Mancy Crew is a senior at River Peak High School. Due to her natural talents for investigation, she founded the River Peak High School Forensic Science Club last year. It has since grown into a serious investigative group that even the River Peak Police Department has needed the assistance from on occasion! All criminal activities that take place in River Peak High are thoroughly investigated by Mancy’s Forensic Science Club. Unfortunately, crime rates have been high and Mancy and her Club have been quite busy lately! Mancy recently received word from the local police department about a diamond heist at Hemsberg Diamonds Jewelry Store in the town of River Peak. The Zamkiki Diamond is the fourth largest diamond in the world and has toured the globe this year. The past week, it was on display at Hemsberg Diamonds in River Peak…until jewel thieves broke into the store and stole it from the case! The River Peak Forensic Science Club agreed to assist the River Peak Police Department in the investigation since there was evidence of the thieves having ties to River Peak High School! The group met at the Hemsberg Diamonds Jewelry Store and broke the ice with some fun games such as the Jell-OTastic Relay Race and the Perfect Dance Challenge. Mancy always says that relaxed investigators are effective investigators! Then, the police sent the junior forensics crew on a hunt for pieces of a coded

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Erotic dance is a way for people to express themselves in a sexual way, without actually having sex. In our modern times, many dance styles have been considered forms of this style, as was evidenced in the wildly popular movie, “Dirty Dancing.” The fact that people like to dance sexually might trace back to the animals, or it could just be generational expression. But no matter the reason, dancing erotically will always be popular with someone.

Erotic dancing can be traced back as far as the Egyptians, and possibly even farther. A lot of modern erotic dances such as belly dancing and hip hop ballet are based on ancient dances. The Egyptians used erotic dances in their spiritual rituals, specifically in fertility ceremonies.

According to the Egyptians, during these dances the priestesses would “become” whatever goddess they were dancing for, usually Het Heret, Sekhmet, Bast, Nuit, and Aset. Then when the priests or other men slept with them, they were basically sleeping with a goddess. In many cases, these erotic dances were accompanied by the massive consumption of alcohol.

Couples wishing to conceive would visit these temples while the dances were going on, in hopes of becoming more fertile during that time. Gradually, such practices in Europe and civilized nations stopped over the years, mainly due to the Christianization of the modern world, and other factors.

However, erotic dances were still done in private and in certain select underground places. Still, the erotic dance began to regain popularity by the end of the 1700 and 1800s, resurfacing as strip clubs. The first strip tease began in France. The lady stripping pretended to be bothered by a flea, and had to take her clothes off to find it.

Most of the modern dances of today have their roots in those ancient dances. Over time, people become used to a certain kind of dance, yet when looking back on what was once considered “dirty dancing,” it can be amusing. At some point or other, most all ballroom dancing, classical ballet, waltzing, and the Salsa have all been considered dirty dances.

Of course, now most ballet school establishments offer these dances for instruction. Actually, what really constitutes dirty dances is up to the viewer. Erotic dance is a subject that people like to think about, and so many different movies have focused on dirty dances or sexual energy between partners. In general, a dancing person will always been seen as somewhat erotic because they are able to move their bodies with finesse.

Erotic dance has always been a popular form. A lot of people really enjoy watching someone dance in a graceful and skilled way. Almost everyone has wished to be as graceful on the dance floor as a ballet dancer, but for most people, those dancing skills are unattainable. But, the fact that it is unreachable for most people is one of the reasons why dirty dancing is so popular.

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Perfect for the School Dance, Senior Carnival or just hanging out at the Malt Shoppe!

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Since the beginning of time, dancing has been one of the most primordial forms of expression. With the rise of our cultural identities, different regions around the world have developed their own unique dance forms and styles. These dance forms have come to represent an integral part of our cultural identifies and are often a major source of national pride. The desire to move to a beat is perhaps the most basic of all expressions available to human beings today!

However, as is generally the case with most things, many of us have become conditioned by society to feel shy and introverted and as a result, we have lost our natural ability to dance. The expression ‘two left feet’ could not be more prevalent in the world than it is today. As a result many of us shy away from dancing, and take a sideline seat while watching others on the dance floor. We all wish we could dance without appearing silly or making fools of ourselves. So what if this wish could be a reality? What if we could all find a way to engage in the natural expression of dancing without fear of being judged or labelled as left footed? What if we could learn to look forward to any and all opportunities to dance?

At Rythemics School of Dance, we are committed to helping you find your natural groove and dance away, long into the night. Rythemics is a dance school based in Melbourne that provides you with access to world class dance instructors. We have a wonderful facility that creates a fun atmosphere for you to gain a new skill while simultaneously having a great time. Rythemics offers a wide range of dance classes and will work with you to get you dancing in no time. To find out more about how to enrol in one of our classes or set up private lessons, take a look at our web-site, www.rythemics.com.au

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Jennifer Scott
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GREASE BARBIE DOLLS PINK LABEL COLLECTION* One..two..three.. get ready to swing with Sandy, Frenchy and Rizzo dressed up the dance-off! Sandy looks sweet in her white gown accented with pink ribbon. Frenchy wears pretty pale yellow with tiers of ruffles, lace and matching hair. Rizzo steps out in

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DJ Entertainment Services

Since 1991 we have provided the best in quality entertainment for all of Southern Nevada.

Complete attention to all details from the first phone call to the day of your event

Additional Options:

· Karaoke (136,000 Titles)

· Video DJ (4,000 Music Video Titles)

· Video Montage Available

· Party Motivators/Dancers

Music 1920′s to 2008 including (clean Versions of all hip hop/r&b)

Libraries updated Weekly.

Proudly providing DJ & MC Entertainment Services for over 1000 private events, including some of the largest corporations in the World.

The difference between a fantastic event and a good event all has to do with your MC’s experience & commitment to excellence.

At “Simply The Best” our job is to work closely with you before hand to make sure your event achieves the level of entertainment that you desire.

We can provide an elegant event as well as an all out party fiesta!

You pick the music and the energy level you want we’ll do the rest.

We guarantee to play:

· The music you want to hear. Given enough notice, we will buy any tracks that we do not already have, assuming that they’re currently available on release

· At the volume that you want

Furthermore, our DJs will:

· Talk as little (or as much…) as you want

· Be smartly presented, in your dress code (i.e. black tie)

Simply The Best has the manpower and experience to entertain events from 30 to 13,000.

We are fully licensed and insured

S.T.B. Provides Brand new State Of the Art Digital Professional Audio and Visual equipment and do not need much space or time to set up. All systems come with back up equipment “Just in case”.

Our Music song lists have over 80,000 titles covering every genre.

Our lists are easily searchable as our databases are digital.

We have been in the business of entertaining people of all ages for over 19 years

We cater every event to our clients individuals needs

Whether it’s a themed birthday party, a cooperate event, or your special wedding day

Whatever the occasion when you need the best hire Simply The Best.

Just a small sample of some of the additional things S.T.B. can provide for you!

Video Disco / DJ

Video Disco / DJ, or ‘VJ’ is simply the ultimate in all entertainment for every occasion and corporate event. Video DJ’s manipulate stunning visuals in the same way top mix DJ’s do with audio music.

DJ Jake is one of the first few DJ’s that can offer a digital video projection service, on a mobile basis. This gives you the opportunity to have all your favorite music videos projected on to a huge screen, and or plasma screens. The show also includes incorporating stunning visual images, digital pictures of your event as the night begins to unfold, and a live dance floor camera. 

Do you want to see your favorite stars perform at your party?  Well, now you can, let them make a big appearance on the huge screens.

This is your opportunity to make your party different from any other, leaving a lasting memory for all that attends.

Video shows Available:

Music Videos

We bring you the best Music Videos on DVD in perfect visual quality, enjoy dancing to your favorite artists whilst there video is played at the same time on our screens.

Classic Movies / Television

View the movie of your choice on our plasma screens. (With or without sound) this option can be the perfect backdrop or a key feature of your event.

We are also happy to show any important event’s that is happening on the day of your big event on our plasma screens, ie Football World Cup, Olympics Games etc…

Dance Floor Camera

A live camera feed-watch all the events of your night time entertainment unfold-as they happen! Live images projected onto our plasma screens.

Photograph Slide Show

A static visual presentation and slideshow of the images you provide displayed at your night time event.

Dance Dance Revolution

· Dance Dance Revolution was developed by Konami Japan, it’s a game that lets you step into the spotlight and makes you feel like you are in a disco inferno! This innovative game offers fun and excitement.

Dance Dance Revolution is quite possibly the most popular dance simulation game series on the market today. It all started in the arcades, where kids, teenagers, and adults alike stood in line waiting to try out the Dance Dance Revolution machine.

This option can be added to any of our School, Party and Bar / Bat Mitzvah packages.

Karaoke Revolution

· If you like Karaoke, you will love “Karaoke Revolution”. It’s the hottest new way to do Karaoke. Top hits, karaoke favorites and classic artists make the game so popular across all age groups.

X-Box 360

Wii

Playstation3

Do you and your friends enjoy playing video games? Well here is the hottest, newest way to play video games. Picture a large video screen that produces life size action figures along with an awesome Surround Sound Audio System. You and your guests will be amazed at the realism of playing video games on a super large video screen. Our surround sound audio system will place you in the middle of the action as you hear rockets whizzing behind you or racing cars screeching by you on your left and right sides.

To add even more fun you can add Black Lights to engulf your room in a gaming atmosphere. Then for the finishing touch…add Overhead Trussing with individual Spotlights and Special Effect Lighting on each player. Prizes can also be awarded to game winners.

Guitar Hero

Or

Rock Band

Strap on your Guitar Hero SG controller, plug-in, and CRANK IT UP. Guitar Hero™ creates all the sensations of being a rock star, as you rock out to 30 of the greatest rock anthems of all time and more.

Soundtrack includes songs as made famous by such legendary artists as the Red Hot Chili Peppers,

Start your own band on stage

with a drummer singer, and guitarist

Take turns changing players

WEDDINGS (OUR SPECIALTY)

Factoring in different prices
A. Location
B. Ceremony set-up

C. Karaoke/music videos
D. Extensive dmx light show/fog machine/bubble machine
E. Amount of guests

this amount includes:
complete preparation of all music for:
a. special dances
b. cocktail hour
c. dinner music
d. special dedications

Full time-line in coordination with facilities of event:
This helps the wedding coordinator and myself make sure all events are in perfect time such as pouring of Champaign for toasts, cutting of the cake etc…      We will have approval of time-line by you and wedding coordinator prior to wedding and a copy will be given to photographer so that all the special moments can be captured on video/film.

We make all announcements, and will perform to your specifications as an

elegant low key DJ or a full out party entertainer you choose.

When you’re ready to hire an Experienced Professional DJ Service

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Since 1991 Jake Klein (DJ Jake) has proudly been entertaining in many fields of the DJ industry From Karaoke Host to Night Club DJ always turning every event into a party clients talk about for months after.

For over 19 years DJ Jake has performed:

727 -Weddings

524 -Karaoke shows

381 -Corporate events

189 -Birthday Party’s

48 -Mitzvahs

37 -School Functions (from elementary to collage)

And countless more events

with Not One dissatisfied customer!!

Please feel free to call me to begin the booking process or any questions you may have

Thank you,

Jake Klein
Owner/Operator

Entertainment Director
Simply The Best

DJ Entertainment Services
Mobile# 702-767-4995

Office # 702-651-6635

Fax # 702-651-6635

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