Let's Talk Playlists with Mia

May 9, 2018 | by morwebadmin

Our Local Barre method is designed with music at the forefront. We believe that if movement aligns with a beat, the mind is more engaged and motivated to push harder, which translates to better results and WAY more fun. We interviewed one of our YQR Senior Leaders to talk all things music and playlist. Thanks Mia!

1. Talk us through the process of making a playlist. With so much music out there, where do you even start?

I always start with new music that comes out each month, and go from there. I try to pick catchy songs that people already know the general beat, that way it is easier for locals to know when transitions will be happening.

2. Describe your playlist in 3 words.

Energetic, Fun, Fast

3. We know that music has the ability to create certain moods, feelings, etc. Would you say you have a signature vibe you tend to create through your playlists?

My vibe is mostly upbeat and exciting. I want people to notice the music and find motivation through it in their own way. Do you ever switch it up? Rarely, although my playlist is never to one genre. There is usually the typical top 40, mixed with dance, and every few songs I will through in some hip hop or rap.

4. Let’s talk about the plié track. How do you decide on a specific song for this?

My plie track is always the song I love most on my playlist. We all know 3 minutes can feel like 10 during this time, so I like to pick something most people are familiar with, so they can have fun with it!

5. We all have those songs we just never get sick of … What’s a song we can find repeatedly showing up on your playlists?

Oh man, this is almost embarrassing but Justin Bieber’s, Will Prime Remix, of Love Yourself is one I can never ever get sick of.

6. Remix or OG version?

Remix

7. What’s a theme class you’re dying to create?

I have an explicit theme coming up which I have already been talking about for months. It’s going to be fucking great.

8. How do you know if a song “just works” or not?

Whenever I make a new playlist, I listen to it on repeat in my car for a few weeks prior. If I find that I can envision exercises while driving, it works. If I go off in a day dream or focus on other thoughts while a song is on, I take it off my playlist.

9. What can we expect to NOT find on your playlist?

Sorry but you will not find any old rock on my playlist. I can’t fake the idea of ACDC getting me in the mood to pulse.

10. Where do you find inspiration for your playlists?

There are tons of great inspiration right on Spotify! I like to follow gurus such as Stacey Griffith from SoulCycle or Andrea Rogers from Xtend Barre for some inspo when I need it.

11. Fav. song on your current playlist right now?

Pancake – Jaded

12. How can we find you on Spotify?

MiaOlson