Gordon Neil Hip Hop Funk - Chicago Salsa Congress 2007

[xonovik]

I hope you're not implying that this wasn't a good hip-hop class, especially if you're reflecting on what the students look like. A lot of them are not hip-hop oriented and wanted to be a part of it. That would be an insult to the versatility of hip-hop and its purpose in the growth and development of dancers. There were a few people in this particular workshop that teach hip-hop classes in their respective cities, and all of them liked and enjoyed this class.

[gulliver001]

I can tell you it was one of the most memorable of the congress. The great thing about salsa is that it is very open to incorporating other influences and styles and this class really opened me up to different approaches to body movement. The congress' are great opportunities to check out styles you never thought might tie in.

[innak100]

If u a big fan of Gordon u would appreciate the diversity of his talents- either it is afro-cuban movement, salsa, or hip hop. My u feet never get tired of dancing. :)

[salsamakossa]

I am glad for you. Just speaking for myself. This has nothing to do with the diversity of his talent. I was just looking for the tie-in to salsa. I am only viewing a few mins from a 1hour class, and the tie-in is not here, as far as I am concerned.

[salsamakossa]

K.. great dancer, but how does this fit in to the salsa realm, at a Salsa congress, no less? I would be disappointed to go to Gordon's class to learn hip-hop, which I love by the way...

[xonovik]

You've obviously have not explored the world of salsa and its embellishments. Much hip-hop music has a very similar timing to salsa music and you can dance salsa to hip-hop. Not to mention, there were several hip-hop instructors in this Congress, as many Congresses have. You should go visit one sometime. You could be asking the same thing about West Coast Swing, and Argentine Tango Workshops as well at these congresses, but people are just looking for more 'sabor' in their dance.

[salsamakossa]

Xonovik, seems I touched a nerve there, unintentionally. Did you dance this routine to salsa music afterwards? I am simply looking for the tie-in. Cuz evidently, watching the routine only gives an incomplete picture to me, for sure. And let me add that I dance hiphop VERY WELL, and appreciate 'Mr. Atlanta's' talent. But it would be a letdown for me to fly to a salsa congress to learn hiphop from Gordon, Leon, Sekou, Shaka, Ismael. Sorry!!

[xonovik]

No nerves touched. No one looks for a hip-hop class at a salsa Congress. It's just an option and an opportunity for people to try someone else's style and have fun with it. What I said has no bearing on how you dance hiphop.

This routine was not specific to salsa, although if you wanted to, you could dance this routine to salsa, it could work with some songs, but again, no one looks for hiphop classes at a salsa Congress, they just see it scheduled and decide to give it a shot.

[cursedbat]

Actually its highly doubtful you even know what real hip hop is as its an umbrella term and even less likely that you dance it well. Go look at the shines of Frankie, Matos, or any afro Cuban and you will see the same mechanics used here. The problem is you and the fact is that I'm sure your shines reflect your limited perspective.

[salsamakossa]

Ouch...lol. Seems you call yourself cursed with good reason :)

[asantehene34]

Yaaawn. did you not see the people enjoying theirselves? so whats the big deal? stop being jealous and give it to the guy that he is good.

[TSpoonER]

Wow people are letting you have it.  Who are you