Thread: Zoe Jakes Drum Solo DVD?

Zoe Jakes rocked a fabulous drum solo at the Atlanta show of BDSS. Anyone have her drum solo dvd yet? I'd love to hear about it!

Yes . . . I have it! I really LOVE it. Issam breaks down each rhythm, and Zoe does a great job of explaining the counts, etc. The choreography really lets you in on to some of her secrets. I feel like I look like her when I do the dance. :) It's definitely worth purchasing! Very cute and informative! :)

Are you talking about the new one with Zoe and Issam Houshan? I have one on order and I was told it will be released on April 7th.

Originally Posted by Zyzzyva

Are you talking about the new one with Zoe and Issam Houshan? I have one on order and I was told it will be released on April 7th.

That's the one--some dancers have gotten copies either through BDSS shows or through the website. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the DVD when you do receive it.

I have it, and I really enjoy it. Of course, I'm approaching this DVD knowing that I'm not going to do the choreography, but use it as inspiration for my own work. I love that Issam takes each section and breaks down the rhythm, then Zoe discusses which counts she emphasizes. I also love the warm up section. I've taken her workshops many times, and she's no joke when it comes to the warm up. This time is really no different. It's challenging, but it really gets your body ready to dance.

One issue I'm having is the performance section. I have this same issue with the Tribal Fusion Fundamentals DVD in that the the set for the performance is just SO budget and haphazardly put together, I can hear when there's stuff going on in the background. It's a shame since the earlier DVDs had MUCH better performance spaces. They also just need to do away with the artsy cut all together too. It's pointless since I would prefer to see it straight on or with minimal cuts.

One thing to note: This DVD is NOT for beginners whatsoever. She works under the assumption that you are capable of doing advanced moves, so she does not break down moves.

I would love to have a Drills DVD from her though.

I forgot to mention that I got the DVD through Hollywood Music Center.

Zoe is sooooo cute in that video!
She & Issam really explain the rythms well. I would love to take a workshop with Zoe eventually, because she seems to teach very well. I bought the DVD from an online store (Anichka's Souk) but I know it's not available through Amazon yet...

Anyways!

It's a very inspiring DVD and I've used a few of the moves for a choreo I'm putting together now.