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The
first step in the design process involves me viewing your horse, either
in person or by video recording. If I am designing your choreography, it
would is best if I can see you and your horse in person. After we have
worked out your pattern and you have ridden the test and are satisfied
with it, I can then film the test using my digital video equipment. By seeing your horse perform in person, I will have a better feel for your horse and it’s personality, and I will be able to better appraise the particular strengths and weaknesses. I will then be able to discuss them with you at the time, and suggest different patterns and transitions into and out of paces and movements and, if possible, I am happy to travel if you have a full sized arena (60 x 20 meters for dressage clients) or know the area you have to work in. |
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However,
if you have choreographed your own test, and would find it more
convenient to mail me a video of you riding the completed test on a full
sized arena, I am happy to work from there. The video recording will
need to be of a high enough standard, that I can see all of the
horse’s movements clearly. The camera you use will need to have the
ability to zoom, and should be mounted onto a tripod when filming. In
order to accurately match the tempo of your horse’s paces, I will also
need to see your horse working with white wraps on the front legs. Step
2.
This
will help you to determine which music best compliments your horse’s
persona and which of the pieces of music you like to ride to. I avoid
any music with voice, as this is something the judges dislike, and as a
musician I tend to agree with this because I think it detracts from the
performance. Step
3.
When
you have decided which pieces you would like for each of your horses
paces, I will then complete the final edit of your music. By now I will
have matched your horses paces exactly to the music and accurately timed
each section of your test. The final editing ensures that your music is
recorded at an appropriate volume and well blended for fluency. Once the
final version of your music is recorded, I will send you a CD and an
audiotape of the finest quality, to guarantee that you have superior
sound and reliable products. |
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copyright Fortissimo
Freestyles – Design © 2005
Sandy Morphett ~
Eques