Priscilla Piper interviews Annabell Patt, a Berlin-based orchestra manager who balances a demanding career with her passion for dance and music. Annabell shares her journey from childhood carnival dancing in Cologne, Germany to discovering commercial jazz and hip hop, while also pursuing classical music training. She discusses the challenges of maintaining artistic pursuits while traveling with an international touring orchestra and the challenges of comparison that can occur in competitive environments. The episode concludes with Annabell offering advice to those struggling with their identity as dancers, emphasizing that being a dancer is about the joy of movement rather than the time spent in a studio. This heartfelt dialogue highlights the transformative power of art and the importance of nurturing one's passions amidst life's challenges.
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Resources Discussed:
The Galen Hooks Method Intensives
Dancers/Teachers Mentioned:
Galen Hooks
Brian Friedman
Wade Robson
Annabell's Ave Maria Performance
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