What You'll Learn
- How to integrate intentional breathing into complex port de bras for a fluid appearance.
- Techniques for achieving a quiet, controlled quality in plié and tendu exercises.
- Refining the transition between chassé and sous-sus with precision and grace.
- Using visualization and imagery to enhance stage presence and artistic expression.
About This Video
Experience a moment of winter serenity any time of year with our Christmas in September Artistry Barre. At Broche Ballet, we believe that while technique is the essential foundation, artistry is what truly makes a dancer shine. This 39-minute session is meticulously designed to help you transition from simply performing steps to embodying the movement with grace, intention, and professional polish.
Throughout the class, we use the evocative metaphor of falling snow to guide our physical execution. Just as snowflakes descend with a quiet, effortless power, your ballet movements should possess a sense of weightlessness and calm. We begin at the barre with a heavy focus on the plié and tendu, ensuring that every extension and bend is supported by deep, intentional breathing.
You will learn how to use your breath not just as a physiological necessity, but as an artistic tool to initiate movement and create a seamless flow between positions. The curriculum progresses through technical combinations featuring port de bras, chassé, and développé. We dive deep into the nuance of allongé, teaching you how to elongate your lines without creating unnecessary tension.
We also work on the precision of the sous-sus, emphasizing the importance of a quiet landing and a steady, controlled rise. The instructor provides detailed corrections to help you refine your alignment and footwork, ensuring that even the most powerful chassé remains light and ethereal. Whether you are practicing in a professional studio or your home space, this class encourages you to use visualization to enhance your stage presence.
By imagining the stillness of a snowy landscape, you will find a new level of focus and control in your dancing. Join us at Broche Ballet to explore the intersection of technical excellence and artistic expression in this unique, snowfall-inspired practice.
