The right soundtrack can transform movement into emotion. This season, choreographers are weaving stories with a mix of haunting vocals, experimental beats, and genre-blurring rhythms. Here’s what’s fueling creativity in studios worldwide.
1. Ethereal & Atmospheric
Layered textures and floating melodies dominate this category—perfect for fluid, weightless choreography.
"Fractals"
Labyrinth Ear ft. Nyx
ambientelectronic
"Silk Threads"
Hania Rani & Ólafur Arnalds
pianominimal
2. Percussive & Grounded
Raw, rhythmic tracks that invite sharp isolations and grounded movement.
"Bone Memory"
KILIMANJARO
tribalpolyrhythm
"Thrum"
Nídia & DJ Lycox
kudurobass
3. Vocal Storytelling
Songs with lyrical depth that inspire narrative-driven pieces.
"The Part You Throw Away"
Ethel Cain
gothicamericana
"Marrow"
Yves Tumor
experimentalsoul
4. Genre-Bending Electronica
For choreographers craving unpredictability—glitchy, asymmetrical, and bold.
Pro tip: Many artists release instrumental versions of their work—ideal for competitions or auditions where lyrics might distract.
