What You'll Learn
- How to use inhalation and exhalation to inform movement fluidity and relaxation
- Techniques for expressive port de bras and graceful arm control
- Connecting steps like ton lié and tombé through the concept of 'the breath'
- Creating an emotional connection and shared rhythm with your audience
About This Video
" Set to the evocative, minimalist piano melodies of "Esquisse II" by Dominique Charpentier, this lesson moves beyond mere mechanical execution to help you find the soul within your technique. Many adult dancers struggle with stiff movements or feeling disconnected from the music; this session addresses those hurdles by integrating the natural rhythm of breathing into every foundational step. Our instructor expertly guides you through a curated center combination that emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between the lungs and the limbs.
You will explore how a deep inhale can lift a port de bras to new heights, creating space in the torso, and how a mindful exhale can ground a plié or a tombé, creating a "rebound" effect that feels both effortless and professional. This practice isn't just about technical precision; it's about shifting your mindset to feel like an artist from the inside out. The lesson covers fundamental movements including the tendu, the tombé, and the elegant, sliding ton lié.
By treating each tendu as a physical manifestation of a breath, you’ll learn to avoid the "robotic" aesthetic and instead cultivate an undulating, wave-like quality in your dancing. This fluidity is essential for creating a performance that invites the audience to breathe in unison with the performer, building a profound sense of connection and shared relaxation. Throughout this 28-minute session, you will be encouraged to let your body naturally rise and fall, finding moments of suspension that highlight your unique musicality.
You'll learn to use your port de bras not just as a frame, but as a dynamic expression of your internal state. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your center work and discover how simple shifts in breath control and relaxation can elevate your dancing from basic exercises to a truly expressive art form.
