What You'll Learn
- Master the balance between energetic arm carriage and soft, floating hands.
- Techniques for maintaining a long, graceful neckline during center transitions.
- How to execute fluid allongé and taillé movements for better extension.
- Methods for infusing choreography with storytelling and emotional expression.
About This Video
Welcome to a refined center practice at Broche Ballet, where we bridge the gap between technical precision and emotional storytelling. " This class is designed to help you move beyond the mechanical and find the dancer within through intentional, expressive movements. Our primary focus is the upper body, specifically the carriage of the arms and the position of the head.
You will learn how to maintain a long, elegant neckline even as the arms move through high and low positions. We delve into the nuance of arm quality, distinguishing between limp and soft. The goal is to maintain a constant stream of energy flowing from the back and under the armpits, allowing the hands to remain delicate and light—as if they are floating.
The combination incorporates essential ballet vocabulary, including plié, allongé, and taillé. We also integrate chassé, temps lié, and pas de bourrée to practice fluid transitions between shapes. By paying close attention to the quality of your allongé, you will learn to create a clear, unbroken line from head to toe, which is the hallmark of a polished performer.
Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of storytelling. Ballet is not just a series of steps; it is a visual narrative. We explore how to use dramatic gestures and eye contact to engage an audience and bring the holiday music to life.
Whether you are practicing in a studio or your living room, this session will provide you with the tools to add professional polish and heartfelt energy to your dancing. Join us to refine your tendu and grand battement technique while exploring the emotional depth of center work.
