What You'll Learn
- How to use breath to initiate fluid movement and connect steps
- Techniques for coordination between port de bras and lower body work
- Developing stage presence through intentional head positioning and eye-line
- Mastering transitions like tombé and chassé with musical phrasing
- Improving control and patience in développé and en cloche movements
About This Video
Transform your daily practice into a performance with our Artistry Barre class at Broche Ballet. This unique session is specifically designed to bridge the gap between technical execution and artistic expression. Set to a moving soundtrack of classic pop and rock piano covers—including a hauntingly beautiful rendition of 'Mad World'—this class encourages you to find the 'dance' in every exercise, moving beyond the mechanical to find your true artistic voice.
We begin at the barre with a focus on deep pliés and expansive port de bras. Here, the goal is not just to warm up the muscles, but to establish a vital connection between your breath and your movement. You will learn the importance of maintaining a soft but intentional head position, especially when moving away from the barre, to create a professional silhouette and commanding stage presence.
As the class progresses, we delve into more complex sequences involving tombé and chassé. These transitions are vital for developing fluidity and grace. We emphasize the coordination of the hand and arm, teaching you to follow your movement with your eyes to enhance your narrative quality.
You will also practice développé and en cloche movements, where control and patience are key. Instead of rushing through the rhythm, we focus on hitting specific musical accents on the 'five' to make your dancing look sharp yet effortless. Throughout the session, the instructor provides detailed cues on how to use your upper body to tell a story.
By the time we reach the final combination, you will understand how to finish strong, holding your pose with the confidence of a stage performer. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this Broche Ballet class will help you feel like a dancer from the first plié to the final bow. Join us to elevate your artistry and rediscover the joy of moving to music that resonates with the soul.
