What You'll Learn
- Master a unique adagio pattern focused on breath and musicality.
- Learn to use your gaze to direct audience attention and enhance stage presence.
- Refine transitions between tombé, chassé, and piqué movements.
- Develop deeper expressive qualities using the Estiramiento score.
- Strengthen technical execution of passé, sous-sus, and arabesque.
About This Video
Welcome to a transformative session at Broche Ballet where technique meets the stage. Our Artistry Barre class is meticulously designed to help dancers move beyond the mechanical and find their unique voice through movement. Set to the stirring and emotive track "Estiramiento" by Alberto Sagardia, this 39-minute practice focuses on the essential elements of performance: breath, musicality, and a commanding stage presence. Throughout this session, you will be guided through exercises that emphasize the flow of energy and the connection between the dancer and the audience.
We begin with a specialized adagio pattern that differs from your standard routine. The choreography is lovely and expansive, perfectly suited to the soaring notes of the music. You will work through sequences involving a controlled passé, followed by a seamless extension into an arabesque. The instructor emphasizes the importance of the gaze; by focusing your eyes on your foot or the direction of your movement, you learn to draw the audience's attention and create a more compelling performance. This focus on intent transforms a simple exercise into a moment of true artistry.
Technical precision remains at the forefront as we incorporate tombé, chassé, and plié into our flow. These movements are not just steps but are treated as artistic expressions. You will practice moving into a sharp piqué and holding a stable sous-sus, all while maintaining the grace of the upper body and a sense of lift. We also explore positions in effacé, ensuring that your lines are long and your presence is felt throughout the room. The choreography involves passing through various positions with a focus on drawing the audience to your foot with every step.
This class repeats patterns on both sides to ensure balanced development and muscle memory. Whether you are working on the fluidity of your posé or the strength of your transitions, this session provides the positive feedback and technical cues needed to elevate your dancing. By focusing on how you fill the music, you will leave the barre feeling more like a performer and less like a student. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your artistry and discover the joy of expressive movement.
