What You'll Learn
- How to adjust arm height in side cambré to maintain a parallel line with the floor.
- Using "skimming water" imagery to achieve fluid, expressive port de bras.
- Adding artistic finesse with wrist flares during transitions from fondu and rond de jambe.
- Navigating different planes of movement to improve center work musicality.
- Transitioning through allonger to create a continuous, uninterrupted flow of movement.
About This Video
Ballet is often seen as a series of rigid positions, but true artistry lies in the transitions between them. In this 15-minute center class from Broche Ballet, we explore the concept of "Artistry in Center," specifically focusing on fluid port de bras and expressive movement quality. Led by our expert instructors, this session uses the evocative imagery of swimming and skimming water to help you find freedom in your upper body while maintaining rigorous classical precision.
One of the core technical challenges in center work is the side cambré. Many dancers inadvertently drop their arms in second position during the bend, breaking the aesthetic line and losing the support of the back. This class teaches you how to precisely adjust the height of the arm during a side cambré so that it remains parallel to the floor, creating a long, elegant silhouette that enhances your performance.
We also delve into the concept of allonger, exploring how the orientation of the palm and the extension of the fingers can dictate the flow of a downward transition, ensuring your movements never look static or mechanical. " By bringing the insides of the wrists together and breathing through the arms during transitions from fondu and rond de jambe, you can add a level of finesse and flair that distinguishes a student from a true artist. The choreography integrates familiar steps like chassé, temps lié, and tendu, but encourages you to move through different planes of motion.
This simulates a weightless feeling, much like being in water, which helps in breaking away from two-dimensional dancing and into three-dimensional expression. Whether you are working on your musicality or looking to soften your transitions, this class provides the tools to transform your technique into art. By focusing on the connection between your breath and your torso, you will learn to utilize your port de bras not just as a frame, but as an extension of your artistic voice.
Join Broche Ballet and discover how to skim the surface of the music with grace and intention.
