My practice as a choreographer is deeply rooted in my values of individuality, integrity, and intuition. I approach dance as a form of artistic expression that transcends boundaries and celebrates diversity. My artistic focus revolves around the elements of musicality, improvisation, and imagery, which I use to facilitate artistic choices and movement.

As a choreographer specializing in contemporary fusion, I aim to decolonize traditional dance techniques and terminology. I hope to infuse my training in Límon, Horton, Dunham, and Cunningham technique and continue to challenge Eurocentric techniques with elements from non-Western perspective dance forms. Drawing inspiration from tap dance, jazz, and the rhythmic emphasis of Robert Moses's work, I aspire to create a unique movement vocabulary that celebrates cultural diversity and innovation.

My work serves as an advocacy for the human condition, with themes centered around feminism, queer theory, and philosophical concepts rooted in heritage. As a Mexican American, I place great importance on aligning my ideas with my cultural heritage, drawing inspiration from Mexican traditions, rituals, and storytelling techniques. Through my choreography, I seek to reclaim and celebrate cultural identity, challenging dominant narratives and stereotypes.

The phenomenology of movement is central to my approach as a choreographer, as I explore the embodied experience of movement and its emotional resonance. I value the subjective perspective of the dancer, emphasizing the lived experience and sensory awareness of the body in motion. By delving into the phenomenological aspects of movement, I create choreography that connects deeply with the audience on a visceral level, evoking shared human experiences and emotions.

Groove and musicality serve as driving forces in my creative process, as I find inspiration in music's ability to transcend language and communicate directly to the soul. Music provides a rich source of emotional and rhythmic cues that inform my movement choices, allowing me to craft dynamic and expressive choreography with collaboration. My fusion of rhythmic embodiment with contemporary dance techniques reflects my innate connection to music and my desire to integrate its power into my artistic practice.

In addition to drawing inspiration from music, I create movement based on pedestrian gestures, daily routines, and both English and Spanish language. By incorporating these elements into my choreography, I try to blur the boundaries between the mundane and the artistic, inviting audiences to reconsider the beauty and poetry inherent in everyday life. Through my inclusive and multi-dimensional approach to movement creation, I seek to connect with diverse audiences and evoke a sense of shared humanity and cultural resonance.

Alondra Valeria Galvan

Mexican-American Choreographer/Movement Artist

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