What You'll Learn
- How to integrate breath into barre work for more fluid and natural movement.
- Developing expressive port de bras that originates from the back and shoulders.
- Executing complex combinations involving sous-sus, développé, and coupé changes.
- Improving musicality and timing during grand pliés and sustained turns.
- Techniques for maintaining stage presence and performance quality during technical drills.
About This Video
Welcome to Artistry Barre at Broche Ballet, where we transform standard technical exercises into a beautiful, flowing dance experience. In this 41-minute session, we move beyond the mechanical aspects of ballet to focus on what truly makes a dancer stand out: breath, musicality, and stage presence. This class is designed for the intermediate to advanced dancer who wants to find more grace and expression in their daily practice.
Our session begins at the barre, but with a twist. Instead of isolated repetitions, we focus on long, stunning combinations that challenge your memory and your artistry. You will work through a series of exercises including grand pliés, tendu sequences, and intricate port de bras.
We emphasize the use of the upper body and head, ensuring that every movement is infused with intention. One of the highlights of this class is the focus on développé and sous-sus. We do not just hold these positions; we explore the transition into and out of them.
By focusing on the "in-between" moments, you will learn how to create a seamless flow that looks effortless to an audience. We also incorporate coupé changes and relevé work to build strength while maintaining a light, ethereal quality. Musicality is at the heart of the Artistry Barre.
You will learn how to breathe with the music, using your breath to initiate movement and sustain long phrases. This connection between breath and motion is essential for developing the stamina needed for longer choreographic sequences. Throughout the class, your Broche Ballet instructor provides detailed corrections on alignment and execution, helping you refine your technique while you explore your artistic voice.
Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to feel more like a dancer during your training, this class provides the tools to elevate your practice. By the end of the session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to blend technical precision with emotional expression, leaving you feeling long, strong, and stunning.
