Ghost – ZZ Ward You may have heard some of their more recent songs on the radio like. I don't know about you, but these drums make me want to dance!

Once again, he is a Christian artist, but not your average Christian artist. Sassy Can you blame me? Ballet July 2015, All I'd love to see this one interpreted on stage! Music Collector. “Play at Your Own Risk” by Planet Patrol This song makes me want to dance!

Jazz This album, I've been loving and using Joseph's music for a while now, and I've featured them before, but I've noticed that they've gotten a lot of attention lately for their song. Play That Sax – DJ Rehan

Cry to Me – Solomon Burke I've used this song for a competition jazz piece and it did very well.

This song is super groovy and will definitely make you want to move. Jazz Songs Playlist 42. In fact, historically jazz dance was very influenced by jazz music, thus the name.

I would also recommend his song, If you are looking for a song that tells a story, movie soundtracks are a wonderful place to look.

July 2015, All It doesn't get much more epic than this organ and drums combo.

Don’t Call Me An Angel – Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey. As you can probably tell, I like old music and I don't hesitate in using it my choreography. Too Soon – Vanic, Maty Noyes Put your dancers in some colorful Chuck Taylors and boom, you have an adorable concept. I've never used this one, but it's on my to do list. Once again, Jack White has taken a great song and boosted it to the next level. You'll have to have dancers that can remember the different lengths of each musical phrase. Teacher. Some other faves I’m currently crazy about are: 7/16/2015 21 Comments There's just something that I like about sassy, girly jazz.

Josh Garrels. I would have never thought that “Ballroom Blitz” could be used for jazz (tap definitely). With Fringe. “Lapti Nek” by MECO (the club mix is also good) 30+ Dancewear Sites You Don’t Want To Miss, 8 Dancers Share Their Dance Convention Experience, The Perfect Ballet Bun: 5 Tips From Seasoned Dance Moms. But busy. June 2016 This song makes me think of bright tropical colored costumes! I personally love using classic oldies for choreography. I’m also a BIG MECO fan (particularly their Star Wars album), and I’m still waiting for someone to use their music.

Big Cat – Wild Beasts Trudy – Aston Merrygold. If you're wanting to do more of an intense jazz dance, this may be your choice. March 2019 Maybe it comes from my competition dance days, but I get really excited when I find a new upbeat, sassy song. Create your own unique website with customizable templates. When I count this song, I switch from sets of 8 counts to sets of 10 and sets of 6 throughout. (The song starts 36 seconds into the video).

Ready for some 60's music to change things up? Like the lyrics say, "It's short, but it's strong." Modern

Resource. One challenge this song poses, however -  it may be hard for beginning dancers to count. Though, jazz music is great! If you like this, also check out their songs. This 70's song is fast and a lot of fun. May 2019

There is something about this songs that reminds me of magic. Contemporary

I've shared this song before, but it is worth sharing again! Improvisation Previous article Cami Voorhees – Evolve Dance Complex.

February 2016 Dynamic More song ideas in a variety of styles, from an array of artists, to add to your jazz songs playlist. The students created choreography inspired by games.

Dancer. This is also a good choice for warm-up for younger dancers because it is exciting, yet not too fast. Unlike most of the other songs on this post, this not exactly a happy or perky song, but it's electronic, indie, and cool. Big Bad Handsome Man – Imelda May It could be challenging, but awesome! You can download this song and a few others from the. Really, please, someone choreograph a dance to this song! The cool and quirky song builds nicely and won't leave your audience bored. I have no idea what he is saying.

I used this song for an audition dance last year for my dance company. This is a happy and upbeat song that would be a lot of fun to dance to. I used this song for a contemporary combo and it was a hit. These are not all jazz songs as in the kind of songs a jazz band plays or a song by Miles Davis. September 2015

Recently, I got a message from a reader, Zoe: I use this song a lot for warm-up, but the steady beat and catchy chorus make it great for beginning choreography as well. Ok, I'll admit, I've had a soft spot for Keane's sound for a long time. You can't just count it in sets of 8 over and over.

I used this song for an audition dance last year for my dance company. I love Leftover Cuties' retro style and sound. If you could give me a few ides, that would be awesome! Maybe it comes from my competition dance days, but I get really excited when I find a new upbeat, sassy song. August 2015 This song from the. Later in the year, my dancers still remembered the song and wanted to use it again.

I do love using 70s and 80s music for jazz because of the song tempos typical of the time. July 2016 Life as a mom and dance teacher has definitely kept me busy. May 2019 Shake The Room – Gamu. I personally just like to dance to it. June 2016 And I don't get sick of it! Character We didn't, but it's so good that we could have! As you can probably tell, I like old music and I don't hesitate in using it my choreography. It's from the Soundtrack of, One of my most popular posts has been my post on. It's not very fast (until the energetic instrumental break about 2 minutes in), but it's full of attitude and character. August 2015 Go ahead, try to listen to this song without dancing. These are not all jazz songs as in the kind of songs a jazz band plays or a song by Miles Davis. These songs are from Disneynature's documentary. It's catchy! In fact, historically jazz dance was very influenced by jazz music, thus the name. Usually I get so tired of a song that I would never use it again, but this song is keeping me excited!

Yep. Watch Me Work – Melanie Fiona. We didn't, but it's so good that we could have! I choreographed a competition jazz piece to this song a couple years ago. “Twilight Zone” by Golden Earring (I would LOVE to recreate the dance in the music video!)

Listen to it and count it, you'll see what I mean. I'm teaching a VERY basic Jazz class to 8-10 year-olds! You may have heard some of their more recent songs on the radio like. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. There's just something calming yet exciting about this song. Great music choices! Jazz Dance Songs for dance competitions and dance recitals. Clap Your Hands – Whilk & Misky Lyrical Listen for yourself.

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This is another song that is exciting, while not being too fast for littles to keep up. BUT these are songs that lend themselves well to the type of jazz choreography that is popular today. Musical Theater Crave by Pharrell Williams, great for any level. This could be a fun song for any age group. Choreographer. One challenge this song poses, however -  it may be hard for beginning dancers to count. They are familiar songs, but still fresh because they are not currently overplayed.

I've seen many lyrical dances done to Ingrid's songs, but in this one she much sassier than normal! Hip Hop The layers of instruments and vocals give a choreographer a lot to work with. I don't know about you, but these drums make me want to dance! During my absence I received requests from some of you to help find music and I didn't respond. Head Up High – Oh Land Ballet Plus, the music video is full of cute dogs, so it's definitely worth checking out! This would make for a captivating lyrical or contemporary piece. Last year I choreographed a cute jazz duet and right now I'm actually using it for a tap duet.

With it's unique electronic sound and hip hop beat, it's just like a mysterious cacophony of goodness. Lots of fringe. Stepping Stone – Darlyn. Character If you figure it out and it is disturbing or something, please let me know. This song is super groovy and will definitely make you want to move.

This is another song that I have used multiple times for choreography and I don't get sick of it. Because it's on Vevo, I can't post the official music video on my blog, but if you haven't seen it you should watch it, I like that Fitz and the Tantrums' music has an old school Motown feel, especially this song. Speaking of classics, I LOVE this song. Though, jazz music is great! I apologize! “Percival” by Auralnauts (just discovered this YouTube channel. The 9-minute one is the best, but would have to be drastically shortened.).

October 2015 I'm currently using this song for the 2nd time! If you figure it out and it is disturbing or something, please let me know. If you're looking for a sassy, musical theater style jazz song, this might be the one for you. Hi! Also, if you haven't seen the clip from Pretty in Pink featuring this song, please watch it now. Warm Up, One of my most popular posts has been my post on. Hey! I've choreographed to this song and it was a lot of fun to dance to.

This past winter, the concert at my school was titled, "Let the Games Begin".