Cathy Marston

[Buddy]

I’m a big fan of Cathy Marston performing her less than two minute “Traces.”

It was a selection from the Lausanne competition this year and here are four versions from the semi-finalists that I enjoyed. Cathy Marston may be untouchable but these contestants gave it a their best shot.

The first two are a pleasant surprise when you factor in cultural background. The second two also have their cultural differences, but also the fiery excitement that you would expect.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXDQI5kOzVI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwiL5A0IuzU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC11_ft44mw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFwasT1QTZ4

[Drew]

I didn't watch all of the contemporary solos but among those I watched did enjoy seeing this one not least perhaps because I enjoyed the music.  (I also thought Lazovska actually made a bigger impression in this than in her classical variation.)

Edited February 5 by Drew

[Buddy]

18 hours ago, Drew said:

I didn't watch all of the contemporary solos but among those I watched did enjoy seeing this one not least perhaps because I enjoyed the music.  (I also thought Lazovska actually made a bigger impression in this than in her classical variation.)

I’m glad that you enjoyed it, Drew. Yes, some of the contemporaries did perhaps shine brighter than some of the classicals and visa versa. This work was one where that might have been the case. Agreed, I really like the music too. Good job, Dancers !  Good job, Cathy Marston !