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Whether it’s a school recital or a professional performance, dancers follow a carefully orchestrated sequence of moves.

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The artists who create those sequences are called Choreographers.

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Typically, choreographers are experienced dancers themselves.  Some may have gone to college to earn fine arts degrees.  

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Whether through education or years of practical experience, it is important to have a good knowledge of musical theory and techniques. 

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Even with formal training, writing down a dance sequence is a difficult process.  

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For this reason, many choreographers prefer to demonstrate the steps themselves.  

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Rehearsals can be grueling, demanding coordination, flexibility and stamina.  

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However, not all choreographers, especially as they get older, are physically capable of fully performing the sequences they design.  

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Therefore they need to be able to express their ideas to other dancers so they can properly execute the choreography.

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Part of the job involves auditioning dancers.  You will be expected to be able to make decisions, 

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even if it means disappointing hopeful candidates.  Choreographers find work in dance companies and studios. 

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They are also hired for the theater, movies, music videos and school programs. 

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While these positions are steadily available, competition is intense.  

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But if you have the passion and the talent, as a choreographer, you can help put poetry into the motion of dance.