Eli5: Why do dancers start with a “5, 6, 7, 8” count? 959 viewsJanuary 1, 2024 Question100.55K December 16, 2022 0 Comments Why is this and what’s the point? Why not just start at 1, 2, 3, 4? P.S. I’m a ballerina In: 468 21 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted December 16, 2022 0 Comments Lead in. As a musician, I start counting tempo before I ever create a tone. Giving me the last 4 counts gives me enough time to prep for that first beat on 1. To simplify even more. It’s get ready to do things time. You are viewing 1 out of 21 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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