What You'll Learn
- Techniques for using head turns to create a graceful bend in the upper spine
- How to execute an expressive arabesque and tendu back to create beautiful lines
- The art of reaching and pulling with the arms to build emotional tension
- Incorporating dynamic chassé and plié movements into choreographed routines
- Expressing personal emotion through improvisation and purposeful gestures
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s "Artistry in Center," a class dedicated to the soul of dance. While technical precision is the foundation of ballet, it is the artistry—the port de bras, the épaulement, and the intention—that truly brings a performance to life. In this 26-minute session, we dive deep into a beautiful port de bras combination designed to help you express yourself and dance with heart.
This class focuses on the concept of dancing for someone you love. This emotional prompt serves as a catalyst for movement, transforming a standard plié or chassé into a poignant gesture. You will learn the importance of the head and neck in classical ballet.
By turning the head over the chin, you create a subtle, elegant bend in the upper spine that radiates grace. This attention to detail is what separates a student from a true dancer. We will explore foundational movements like the arabesque and tendu back, paying close attention to how the arms and head complement the line of the foot.
The instructor guides you through a routine that includes chassé, plié, and fouetté, encouraging you to experiment with your own expressions. One of the key focuses is the use of the arms: reaching out to engage with an imaginary presence and pulling back to create a sense of longing or release. At Broche Ballet, we believe that dance is a form of storytelling.
Throughout this lesson, you are invited to improvise and add your own unique flair to the choreography. By the end of this session, you will not only have practiced your technique but also discovered new ways to communicate through your movement. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to feel more connected to your dancing at home, this class offers the tools to elevate your artistry in center.
