Shoma Uno: 2014-2024

[MaiKatze]

On a more serious note (returning from tummies and fatness -- oh wait, tummy is serious; well, anyway):

what we saw looks quite innovative in terms of Shoma's movement in general, and some of his gestures in particular look very fresh, although I clearly recognize two gestures there (note an interesting reversal in terms of position though): 1) the beginning // the end of Winter; 2) near the end, before the final pose (with both arms behind) // the beginning of Loco. I wonder if there's some hidden meaning here, or is it just a coincidence -- a part of Mihoko's choreographic style that you can find in other programs as well.
What I also liked very much is the position of two spins, the way they're incorporated into the music. That's the kind of musicality that Shoma's programs always have.
Can't wait to see the whole thing!

The short program max. time is 2:50 (Shoma and Fluffy probably know this by heart since last seasons GPF) And it is said to be a mix of Stairway to Heaven and PPA. Stairway to Heaven is 4:44 long. I listened to the track trying to figure out how Fluffy cut it. The last 1:20 to of the track is the fastest part, before that it is pretty slow, so idk how much of that is in the program. I think this part is the strongest, but as the step sequence is to PPA, perhaps so the Stairway to Heaven part is the slower part. PPA is 4:11 long.

Concerning the moves, of course, we're going to see repetition. Shoma is still the same skater, Mihoko is still the same choreographer, we're still working in the same system, with steps, spins, jumps and choreo sequences. I think we should wait how this progresses and we'll see the entire program and not just snippets cut together. I think it's unrealistic to expect Shoma inventing figure skating from scratch and interpreting it in new ways. They chose a not-warhorse music, and it's a (dare I say that?) latin style program. It's not like we've NEVER seen something like this from other skaters, but it is fairly creative, imho. Frankly, no skater these days has pushed the artistic envelope in inventing something completely new. I know you weren't saying that, Hronop! No offense.

 

[Hronop]

The short program max. time is 2:50 (Shoma and Fluffy probably know this by heart since last seasons GPF) And it is said to be a mix of Stairway to Heaven and PPA. Stairway to Heaven is 4:44 long. I listened to the track trying to figure out how Fluffy cut it. The last 1:20 to of the track is the fastest part, before that it is pretty slow, so idk how much of that is in the program. I think this part is the strongest, but as the step sequence is to PPA, perhaps so the Stairway to Heaven part is the slower part. PPA is 4:11 long.

Concerning the moves, of course, we're going to see repetition. Shoma is still the same skater, Mihoko is still the same choreographer, we're still working in the same system, with steps, spins, jumps and choreo sequences. I think we should wait how this progresses and we'll see the entire program and not just snippets cut together. I think it's unrealistic to expect Shoma inventing figure skating from scratch and interpreting it in new ways. They chose a not-warhorse music, and it's a (dare I say that?) latin style program. It's not like we've NEVER seen something like this from other skaters, but it is fairly creative, imho. Frankly, no skater these days has pushed the artistic envelope in inventing something completely new. I know you weren't saying that, Hronop! No offense.

Oh, of course I did not mean that repetition is bad, not at all. Also, as I said, the cut we saw already looks quite fresh and new, despite these two 'quotes', so I am quite optimistic with regards to the rest -- I think, the StSq might be quite innovative as well.
As for the music, I just pray to gods that Mihoko uses that 'drum-like' section of PPA at some point in the StSq (better at the beginning, or the end). That would kill me (here's what I mean, from that point to 1:55 -- too short for the whole StSq though). If they did use it in the StSq, it would be very reminiscent of Tessa and Scott's flamenco at the 2010 Olys -- one of those programs that I adore.

 

[biryanione]

Oh, of course I did not mean that repetition is bad, not at all. Also, as I said, the cut we saw already looks quite fresh and new, despite these two 'quotes', so I am quite optimistic with regards to the rest -- I think, the StSq might be quite innovative as well.
As for the music, I just pray to gods that Mihoko uses that 'drum-like' section of PPA at some point in the StSq (better at the beginning, or the end). That would kill me (here's what I mean, from that point to 1:55 -- too short for the whole StSq though). If they did use it in the StSq, it would be very reminiscent of Tessa and Scott's flamenco at the 2010 Olys -- one of those programs that I adore.

Why I’m sure they would use that section! It would be so natural. What I found fun, was when the rhythm changes a couple of times from 1:51, into briefer bits finishing with 4 “stamps”. It almost reminded me of transitions-finishes I have even seen (heard) in Kabuki drama footage!!

 

[Grap74]

https://twitter.com/kiyou_tb/status/1006116118333874176

Few seconds at the finale with Winter costume.

 

[tipptong]

Apparently there’s a young skater who looks up to Shoma, saying he aspires to be like Shoma.
He loves Shoma’s spins and his spontaneity/airheadness.

The airheadness part kills me. Lmao.

https://twitter.com/redgreendress/status/1006081735451430912?s=21

 

[MaiKatze]

Cup of China is cancelled and will be held in South Korea instead. So if Shoma would have to do back to back events with Cup of Korea/Samsung Trophy and NHK, I think it wouldn't be that big of a problem, since South Korea is next door.

 

[c3zara]

But it's not confirmed that it will be held in Korea yet...although I don't see any reason for them to refuse

 

[gftn]

Do they give any reason? I feel like if they’re renovating facilities they can still host it in taipei. But giving all season up all together seems a bit weird. Oh well, only a couple more weeks before we know Shoma’s GP assignment!

 

[MaiKatze]

But it's not confirmed that it will be held in Korea yet...although I don't see any reason for them to refuse

True, there are several alternatives, but I think S-Korea is very likely. The just held the Olympics. Is Gangneung Ice Arena permanent? They could hold it there, I guess it would be popular!

 

[Grap74]

True, there are several alternatives, but I think S-Korea is very likely. The just held the Olympics. Is Gangneung Ice Arena permanent? They could hold it there, I guess it would be popular!

I think it's permanent and seems like the best option.

What will Shoma decide? We'll know in 17 days!!

 

[MaiKatze]

Perhaps this new info has changed the Game but I think the skaters who will go have already made their preferences known to the ISU. I guess, they start pretty early, ask the World Champion first and the top three of Worlds have decided by now. I still believe that Shoma will go to Skate Canada. Which makes the CoC/NEW COSK unlikely.

So if we're voting I vote Skate Canada/NHK Trophy.

 

[c3zara]

Translation of Shoma's interview for JOC OLYMPIAN magazine
http://shoma-uno.tumblr.com/post/174822547067/interview-with-shoma-in-joc-olympian-magazine

 

[tipptong]

Translation of Shoma's interview for JOC OLYMPIAN magazine [emoji2]
http://shoma-uno.tumblr.com/post/174822547067/interview-with-shoma-in-joc-olympian-magazine

Shoma is so thoughtful and mature when he answered for the interview!!

Thank you for posting the link to the interview!

 

[c3zara]

Shoma is so thoughtful and mature when he answered for the interview!!

Thank you for posting the link to the interview!

Yep, I felt the same when I read it. Glad to share

 

[tipptong]

Shoma’s costumes in cartoon/illustrations. Shoma is so cute!! This person also drew many other ones as well. I enjoy the drawing and Shoma cuteness so much. Also, the artist also has Shoma stickers in LINE.

https://twitter.com/mtnharuki/status/1005329763857154048?s=21

 

[gftn]

Hi guys, just a friendly reminder that here in the fanfest we have to avoid mentioning other skater. Some people already lurked here and uses some of the post about the GP assignment on twitter to hate on Shoma.

 

[idontknow]

okay note
oh shoma hate on twitter not surprise.hey anti shoma you all look like kpop fans.i thought i know shoma but weird things his haters know more about him than his fans lmao.meh
i am angry/sad right now couse no news about final fantasy 7: remake topic::giveup::angry1:
sorry

 

[Banri]

Hi Shoma fans, Don't worry! Be happy~
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj7OMBOhkmL/

 

[demarinis5]

Hi guys, just a friendly reminder that here in the fanfest we have to avoid mentioning other skater. Some people already lurked here and uses some of the post about the GP assignment on twitter to hate on Shoma.

This has been going on for awhile and it continues to happen. It is against GS rules but it does not stop the haters.

 

[gftn]

This has been going on for awhile and it continues to happen. It is against GS rules but it does not stop the haters.

Oh I made a mistake like this once as well, there's a lot of new member in this FF so it's understandable to slip out, hence it's a friendly reminder as we don't want our lovely Sho to get unnecessary hate out there.