Alena Kostornaia

[SkateSkates]

I wish Alyona had a dress change in her FP too - it would be fitting to the theme of Bella the human transforming into Bella the vampire...

It would fit the program but I don’t see them doing this for both Aliona and Anna. Plus, if this was the case I think she would have worn the dress to practice the costume change under competitive pressure (even though it’s not an official competition).

 

[SXTN]

I'm in love with this FP. I rewatched it 5 times already)

#metoo

 

[macy]

I am wondering what her dress is going to look like for the LP. Maybe something red? Now that we’ve seen the full program I don’t think the exhibition dress/black leggings look would work at all with the first part.

I also hope she gets a new dress for the angel SP. The other one was beautiful but it’s time for a new dress IMO. Would give the program a fresh look.

i think red would be too loud for the first part of the program...i think gray and/or purple would be nice. i'm sure it will be gorgeous whatever it is- i'm so excited to see new costumes for everyone i can't help but keep a close eye on designers' instagrams!

 

[silveruskate]

I'm very impressed by Aliona's Lutz now. <3

 

[TheBallerina]

i feel like im the only one who likes the FP music

Totally not! I love it, and you can tell how much Alyona also enjoys it. It has a little bit of everything: lyrical, soft part, explosive part, and Alyona's charming look in the end!

Team's reactions to Aliona's skating:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tr2mzOWmTyM

So interesting to watch these videos!
-after the 2A Daniil said something to Eteri, maybe "Look how good it is, this will be transformed into a 3A soon"
-Eteri enjoys the music a lot, and during the ChSeq starts to move her head on the rhythm of the music
-Daniil is sooooo tense! But after the 2 flawless combos he claps, pleased
-Sergei is very joyful in the end, he really liked what he saw!
-I am so happy to see that Diana and Gleb were also here! She is a great friend for all the girls, so I am sure she was a great support for them and for her mother
-One of the most memorable moments, Eteri and Tamara Moskvina holding each other's hands. Two amazing women and coaches, with big respect towards one another, I am sure of it

 

[flanker]

One of the most memorable moments, Eteri and Tamara Moskvina holding each other's hands. Two amazing women and coaches, with big respect towards one another, I am sure of it

Just now I've realized that during that time when those two are shaking their hands (7:37) there is Diana hugging Aliona.:luv17:

 

[irriya]

I wish she get a better program but unfortunately it's what it's now...Can only wish her happiness, health and good luck. She's still my favorite Russian girl.

 

[Edwin]

Those for A girls are indeed a great quartet together.

Hopefully they raise the level and prestige of Russian ladies single figure skating even higher and inspire all young skaters to work hard and learn to skate as well as they do.

But it still needs to happen at actual competitions, jetlag, altitude, bad ice, a pain here or there ...

 

[Batsuchan]

Just now I've realized that during that time when those two are shaking their hands (7:37) there is Diana hugging Aliona.:luv17:

Here's a better video of that moment:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B2KfiGYHr9X/

And the full clip:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B2Kfndbonva/
I'm glad to see Aliona is full of smiles! :luv17:

In fact, she's always talking and laughing:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B2MLXohA9OH/

And goofing off with Alina while her bestie Daria performs:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B2LBUTLpfIN/

 

[elbkup]

I wish Alyona had a dress change in her FP too - it would be fitting to the theme of Bella the human transforming into Bella the vampire...

Actually a change would be so great and really appropriate for the moment you describe... I don't see why 2 dress changes wouldn't work... why not?! However, I would be very surprised if it did happen...

 

[snd]

she's a FANTASTIC skater. why did they give her such awful, confusing programs? why the dated twilight soundtrack? the lp music cuts are terrible, the program lacks cohesion.

i swear her coaches hate her.

 

[sclloyd]

she's a FANTASTIC skater. why did they give her such awful, confusing programs? why the dated twilight soundtrack? the lp music cuts are terrible, the program lacks cohesion.

i swear her coaches hate her.

I don’t think they hate her. She did get to choose the music, even if she’s not the favorite to win. But I also think that it’s not as sophisticated as it could be. I could only imagine how amazing her program would be if she skated to something like Konstantinova’s free skate music.

 

[flanker]

she's a FANTASTIC skater. why did they give her such awful, confusing programs? why the dated twilight soundtrack? the lp music cuts are terrible, the program lacks cohesion.

i swear her coaches hate her.

Do you swear on the precious?

 

[SXTN]

I don’t think they hate her. She did get to choose the music, even if she’s not the favorite to win. But I also think that it’s not as sophisticated as it could be. I could only imagine how amazing her program would be if she skated to something like Konstantinova’s free skate music.

Sorry, but Konstantinova's music is washed-out.

Kostornaia's program is fine the way it is. It demontrates her softness and elegance at the beginning, it gets a little darker in the middle section and the end is entertaining. Though Twilight has also been used a couple of times, this program is quite unique and suits her. And she has fun with it which is most important.

 

[macy]

she's a FANTASTIC skater. why did they give her such awful, confusing programs? why the dated twilight soundtrack? the lp music cuts are terrible, the program lacks cohesion.

i swear her coaches hate her.

i agree the way the music is cut is a bit jarring- it could have transitioned smoother from cut to cut. but as much as some of us don't like it, Aliona wanted to skate to it. she likes twilight and likes skating to the music. if her coaches hated her, they would have forced her to use different music and not something they know she enjoys. she does a good job of interpreting each piece of music.

 

[nussnacker]

She said she asked for it, and her coached gave her the program she wanted. She also said it's her favorite program of all (to her fanpage).
I don't see how letting your skater skate to their favorite music/program is hating them. hwell:
+ I think Alyona hasn't really explored this energetic side of herself yet, so doing so in a part of the program makes sense and can help her slowly integrate that and develop that side of her artistry further.

 

[elbkup]

^^ this FP is a nice way for her to transition from the lyrical pieces she is known for to something unique offbeat, different. The film certainly has its share of lyrical music that her choreographer could have strung together but the program would not have been as interesting or told Bella's story... no Cinderella here, and that is a good thing!!

EDT.. Just learned Yulia Yulia is doing Cinderella with Plushenko which, from Instagram pictures, looks just beautiful!! Felt I needed to add this ... Alena needed to do something more edgy and Twilight fits the bill and age-appropriate
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[vesperalvioletta]

I'm not a big fan of this narrative that Alyona's coaching team hasn't done right by her by giving her this music. Sure, they could have said no when said she wanted to skate to Twilight, but I think its important to keep in mind that it was her idea. Could Daniil's execution of the concept been better? Yeah, probably, but I think we see Alyona's joy and enthusiasm for what she's doing in this program more than ever before, and I think that's worth something.

I think the program is really fun, and I will enjoy watching it throughout the season. Alyona is only 16 and she has her entire senior career ahead of her to be elegant and sophisticated. I don't see the harm in letting her express her personality on the ice.

She may skate like an angel, but lest we forget, when she was asked to describe herself in one word, she said "Difficult." [emoji23]

 

[freeman21]

Damn, just watched her FP for the first time a few minutes ago and though: "That's some cool music, nice change from the usual snoozfest Tuberize students get " (well... except Trusova).

Then I read youtube comments and come here to see that people actually hate it lol. Well, seems my music preferences for skating programs is way different from what traditional skating fans consider to be "good".

Anyway, I'm super happy she got that FP music. I hope she rocks this season!

 

[Lunalovesskating]

Damn, just watched her FP for the first time a few minutes ago and though: "That's some cool music, nice change from the usual snoozfest Tuberize students get " (well... except Trusova).

Then I read youtube comments and come here to see that people actually hate it lol. Well, seems my music preferences for skating programs is way different from what traditional skating fans consider to be "good".

Anyway, I'm super happy she got that FP music. I hope she rocks this season!

I love it as well. I was a huge fan of the Twilight soundtracks back then and imo they choose the best songs from the movie I think this program is very versatile and something new. Skaters should skate to different genres of music in order to develop their artistry, so I am glad that her team wants to push her in different directions musically.