What You'll Learn
- Coordinate head and hand movements for seamless port de bras artistry
- Master the 'away' and 'with' head placement techniques for a professional look
- Incorporate elements of jazz and personal flair into classical ballet movements
- Execute center combinations including plié, tendu, and ton lié with expressive quality
- Utilize the concept of 'swaying in the breeze' to find organic movement through the torso
About This Video
" While technical prowess is the foundation of any great dancer, the true magic happens when a student learns to infuse their movements with personality and intention. This session features a beautiful and playful combination set to the vibrant piano music of Anne Vadagnin, designed to help you feel like a dancer the moment the music starts. The core of this lesson focuses on the intricate coordination between the head and hands.
Many dancers struggle with "robotic" movements, but by understanding the relationship between the gaze and the port de bras, you can transform a simple sequence into a performance. We explore the specific technique of moving the head 'away' as the arm reaches its peak in a relevé or allonger, and then bringing the focus 'with' the arm as it descends. This subtle shift is a hallmark of professional artistry.
Throughout the combination, you will work on foundational movements such as plié, tendu, and ton lié. However, rather than just executing these for the sake of exercise, we treat them as part of a choreographed story. " This approach helps in developing a more organic sense of movement that feels less rigid and more expressive.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that dance is a form of personal storytelling. Our instructor encourages you to move beyond the "correct" positions and start adding your own flair. Whether it is a sharper flick of the wrist or a more dramatic tilt of the head, these small choices are what define your unique style.
By practicing this combination, you will gain the confidence to improvise and express yourself more freely in any ballet class. Join us as we explore how to use the whole body—from the tips of your fingers to the line of your neck—to create a performance that is uniquely yours.
