Beautiful Ballet Folklorico

There are many things in my life that I tire of. For example, I can enjoy a certain snack for only so long before getting sick of it. Yet, there is one hobby that never bores me: dancing Ballet Folklorico. 

 

I have been dancing Ballet Folklorico ever since I can remember. My mom tells me, "When you were in my tummy, you were already dancing." She and my grandmother have taught Ballet Folklorico for years. That must be where I get my knack from. As soon as I stepped onto the dance floor, all the intricate footwork and movements came naturally. I still have had to practice of course, but it has always come much easier to me than it has for others.

 

When I put my dance shoes on (they are the shoes in the picture) I enter a whole other world. This world sets me free of all the worries that consume my mind. It takes my hardships away and fills in the gaps with joy and ecstasy. When I perform on stage and present my culture through music and dance, a sense of pride swells within my soul. I can feel my ancestors vibrantly smiling down at me from the heavens. All of these delightful emotions cause me to have a deep, ardent passion for dancing.        

 

To take my dancing to the next level, I hope to join the Living Legends cultural dance group at Brigham Young University. I had a previous post discussing this college dance group. Joining Living Legends would not only allow me to continue performing Ballet Folklorico dances, but it would also teach me how to do dances from Latin, Polynesian, and Native American countries. What a great experience that would be.  

 

BYU Living Legends Dance

Living Legends

Watch this Youtube video made by a member of the Living Legends dance group: Living Legends: Traditions of the Past

An additional video made by the Brigham Young University (Provo, Utah): Living Legends 2012

I cannot even begin to explain how much I love this dance group! My parents, some of my sisters, uncles, aunts, and cousins have all participated in this group at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. I have seen this show live several times to see my sisters perform. Yet, even though I have seen the show more than once, I never get tired of it. 

 

Every time I see the show or listen to the music (I have the dance group's songs on my IPod), I feel a sense of pride build up in me. The group performs Latin, Polynesian, and Native American dances. The show itself tells the story of their ancestors through music and dance. Being of Latin heritage, watching this group perform always reminds me of who I am and where I come from. I receive a deep appreciation and respect for not only my culture but for the other cultures as well.

 

Many emotions are incorporated in this dance group's show. Some dances are lively and exciting, while others are calm and spiritual. In the end, Living Legends always puts on a great show. As the group travels around the world to perform, if they ever make a stop near your town, I invite you to purchase a ticket and see the show!