What You'll Learn
- Techniques for a breathable, alive allongé using the fourth finger for extension
- How to maintain proper elbow alignment to finish movements with grace and volume
- The art of transitioning smoothly from port de bras into a stable, energized arabesque
- Engaging the whole body to create dynamic, opposing energies in your dance lines
- Developing body awareness by slowing down movements to focus on precision and detail
About This Video
Elevate your dance practice with this specialized Artistry Center session from Broche Ballet. This class focuses on the intricate details that transform basic movements into breathtaking art, specifically targeting a slow and beautiful port de bras combination and the technical nuances of transitioning into arabesque. In ballet, the arms are not merely accessories; they are vital conduits of energy and line that complete the dancer's silhouette.
The instructor guides you through a deep dive into the concept of allongé, teaching you how to keep the quiet arm alive and engaged so that every part of your upper body contributes to the overall performance. A key technical tip shared in this lesson is the focus on reaching through the fourth finger when performing an allongé, which helps in creating a longer, more elegant line from the shoulder through the fingertips. The session also explores the structural integrity of your positions.
You will work on keeping the elbows slightly forward when finishing movements to avoid a collapsed look, maintaining a sense of volume and space. The class transitions these upper body principles into combinations involving plié, pas de bourrée, and temps lié. By moving slowly through these movements, you gain the time necessary to feel the opposing energies within your body—pulling forward, back, and side simultaneously to achieve a truly grounded yet lifted presence.
A highlight of this practice is the detailed work on transitioning into arabesque. The instructor emphasizes body awareness and control, encouraging you to feel the difference when your entire body is working in harmony. This focus on pulling the body in many different directions not only improves your balance and technique but also makes the act of dancing more expressive and rewarding.
Whether you are working on your effacé lines or perfecting the wrap-around into first position, this class provides the professional insights needed to refine your artistry.
