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Video: 10 Wedding Dance Moves You Need to Know

Monday, May 20th, 2013

It’s almost summer, and you know what that means… wedding season! June is typically one of the busiest months for weddings, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself bouncing from one celebration to the next. Weddings can be tons of fun, but what if you’re dreading the dance floor? Don’t worry – we’re here to help. The video below will run through the 10 essential dance moves to practice in front of the mirror before you don your wedding wear. And just remember: you’re supposed to make a fool out of yourself!

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Weekend Headliners: Viral Videos We Love

Friday, April 5th, 2013

Congrats – you’ve made it to another Friday!  Busy weeks can leave you feeling like a bit of a zombie, so don’t forget to take a break today. It’s time to give in to your viral video cravings with some wacky, wow-factor videos!

First up: what do you get when you ask 300 random passersby to sing one note, and then compile everything together? In this videographer’s case, a charming and witty version of the Mario theme song, on a “human piano” of sorts!

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Video: Turn Your Piano Into a Drum Machine

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

The piano might seem like a simple instrument, but there’s actually a lot you can do with it! You’re not just limited to classical and jazz genres. For the extra creative types, have you ever thought about changing the sound of the piano by altering the strings inside? This is called “prepared piano,” a term coined by experimental composer John Cage. As you can see in the video below, these artists have used everyday items like coins and a wallet to turn their piano into a drum machine of sorts, lending a hip-hop feel to this jazz standard…

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