Me with Barbara Hoots at the conference this morning
What???? Did you think I forgot you? Never! Greetings from the ICI/PRO Conference in Boston! I truly wish you were all here. Today’s Friday Favorite is by an artist that my daughter Carly introduced me to. I have used her quite often in my class line ups. You may recognize her voice from the theme song of “Shrek 2”. London’s Imogen Heap is musically unique and diverse. “Headlock” from her Speak for Yourself CD makes for a fabulous out of the saddle climb at 60 bpm.
It starts out with her voice and electronics only, but a strong beat. At 1:15, the drums KICK and it makes for great coaching. She pulls back again at 1:45 and the drum kick happens again at 2:20 for another coaching opportunity. I love these times to really encourage my class to “trust their legs” (gotta credit John with this phrase) and go for it. The song is 3:37…I only wish it was longer.
Here is Imogen Heap and “Headlock”
Here's a fun remix of Headlock for your free track of the week!
Imogen Heap – Headlock (Free Me Remix) by Neutral Pathways
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Hello,
Thanks for going the extra effort. I am sure you are quite busy. I will be joining you via live broadcast. Looking forward to it.
Pat
Never too busy for you and our PRO members Pat!!!! I am glad you are joining us tonight. It is going to be quite something 🙂
Amy
If you ever get to see Imogen Heap in concert….go! She does everything, and I mean everything herself. She will mix her songs right in front you.
Oh tell your daughter to check out the band Frou Frou. Imogen is part of that mix and all the songs are awesome.
Thanks Wendy! I would love to see her in concert. I’m going to check out Frou Frou and let Carly know!