What You'll Learn
- How to use port de bras to create varied dynamics and emotional moods.
- The role of breathing in controlling movement speed and fluidity.
- Techniques for adding expression through subtle cues in the elbows and eyebrows.
- How to manipulate tempo to add 'pop' and interest to standard choreography.
- Developing the confidence to make individual artistic choices within a combination.
About This Video
Welcome to an 'Artistry Day' at Broche Ballet, where we shift our focus from rigid technical execution to the soulful, expressive side of classical dance. In this session, titled 'Artistry in Center,' we dive deep into a beautiful port de bras combination designed to help you feel like a dancer first and a technician second. The core of this lesson explores how subtle changes in physicality—such as the lift of an elbow or the arch of an eyebrow—can completely transform the mood and narrative of your movement.
You will learn that port de bras is not just about moving your arms; it is about creating a sense of calm, tension, or brilliance through controlled dynamics. We focus heavily on how changing the speed and tempo of your movements can provide that essential 'pop' and visual interest that characterizes professional-level artistry. Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of breathing.
You will discover how to use your breath to control your port de bras, allowing for smoother transitions and a more organic, grounded physicality. Unlike traditional classical days where precision is the primary goal, this artistry session encourages you to experiment and make choices. Whether you want to play with the speed of a movement or interpret a phrase with more emotional depth, this class gives you the freedom to find your unique voice as a dancer.
We specifically discuss the technique of lifting through the elbows rather than letting them drop, ensuring that your lines remain long and elegant. Join us as we explore the intersection of breathing, physicality, and creativity in this immersive center practice.
