What You'll Learn
- Techniques for fluid and expressive port de bras that connect the upper body to the music.
- How to use breath control to dictate movement intensity, timing, and flow.
- Storytelling methods to infuse center choreography with personal emotion and stage presence.
- Refining the tombé and leg presses to improve weight transfer and stability in the center.
- The importance of the finish, including controlled arm descents and maintaining poise until the end of a sequence.
About This Video
Elevate your dancing from technical execution to true performance art with our Artistry in Center session. At Broche Ballet, we believe that ballet is as much about the soul as it is about the feet. This 27-minute practice is designed to help you bridge that gap, focusing intensely on the fluidity of your port de bras and the intentional use of breath to drive movement.
During this class, you will explore the nuance of the tombé and how a simple weight shift can become a powerful narrative tool. We delve into the relationship between your upper body and the music, teaching you how to pick up the melody with your fingertips and press through the air with resistance and grace. The instructor provides real-time feedback on your leg work and arm positioning, ensuring your technique remains precise while your expression remains free.
One of the core pillars of this class is musicality. You will learn to treat every inhalation as a preparation and every exhalation as a release, allowing your breath to dictate the timing of your movements. This connection creates a seamless flow, turning a series of steps into a cohesive story.
We emphasize the importance of the finish—learning to lift the arms with energy before letting them calm down naturally, creating a professional and polished stage presence. Whether you are working on your épaulement or trying to find more depth in your plié, this class encourages you to tell a new story with every repetition. By breaking down complex choreography into manageable parts, we help you build muscle memory and confidence.
Join us in the center and discover the transformative power of artistic expression in ballet.
