What You'll Learn
- How to use breath and phrasing to enhance musicality and phrasing
- Technical precision in fondu and enveloppé combinations with correct alignment
- Improving stage presence through expressive port de bras and head placement
- Understanding the relationship between gravity and movement weight through pop music
- Developing control and fluidity in transitions like tombé lié and cambré
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this unique Artistry Barre class from Broche Ballet. This 44-minute session is specifically designed for dancers who want to move beyond the physical mechanics of the barre and tap into the expressive soul of dance. Set to a beautiful selection of pop music covers—including a poignant adage to 'My Heart Will Go On'—this class encourages you to feel like a performer from the very first plié. We dive deep into how breath, musicality, and stage presence can transform standard exercises into art.
Throughout the session, you will be guided through a comprehensive barre routine featuring corrected French terminology and professional alignment cues. We focus heavily on the fondu, emphasizing the 'melting' quality of the movement through precise coordination of the arms and legs. You will learn to brush the leg and float the arm with grace, finding the balance between resistance and fluidity. The curriculum also covers cambré, tendu, enveloppé, and tombé lié, ensuring a well-rounded technical workout that challenges both your strength and your artistic range.
The class utilizes music from diverse sources, including the album 'Black Hole Sun,' to help students understand the relationship between gravity and weight in ballet. By practicing complex combinations like sous-sus and dégagé with contemporary sounds, you will learn to stay calm and focused during technical transitions. Our instructor provides detailed corrections on hamstring engagement and turnout, ensuring that your artistic expression is always supported by a strong technical foundation. Whether you are looking to refresh your routine or find new emotional depth in your dancing, this class offers a sophisticated blend of pop culture and classical technique that will leave you feeling inspired and rejuvenated.
