What You'll Learn
- Master the pizzicato quality by matching quick tempos during piqué and tombé sequences
- Enhance artistry by coordinating head movements and épaulement with precise leg work
- Develop snappy footwork in pas de bourrée and passé to stay exactly on the musical beat
- Integrate the upper body and port de bras into developpés for full-body expression
- Refine weight placement on the box to ensure proper alignment and pinky toe engagement
About This Video
Discover the intersection of technique and expression in this 'Artistry en Pointe' class from Broche Ballet. This 38-minute session is designed specifically for adult ballet dancers who have mastered the foundational basics of pointe work and are ready to transition into the nuanced world of performance. Using the iconic and varied score from Alexander Glazunov’s Raymonda, you will explore how musicality dictates movement quality, shifting seamlessly between the light, plucked feel of pizzicato and the rich, sustained nature of adage.
The journey begins with a comprehensive warm-up designed to wake up the feet and lower legs. Through a series of demi-plié, tendu, and relevé exercises in parallel and first position, you will build the necessary strength and ankle stability required for center work. These foundational exercises are essential for preparing the calves for the demands of the Raymonda style, which requires both power and delicacy.
As the class progresses, we focus on the precision of the passé and the punchy quality of piqué movements, teaching you how to stay exactly on the beat. A key component of this class is the emphasis on correct alignment and safety. We delve into the details of weight placement while on the box, ensuring that the pinky toes reach the edge of the shoe to prevent sickling and maintain a strong vertical line.
This technical grounding allows you to focus more freely on the artistry in your dancing. You will learn how to coordinate your épaulement and head placement to create a more professional, polished look. By focusing on looking toward the front leg during transitions like sous-sous and fondu, you create a visual line that captures the dramatic essence of the repertoire.
Our instructor guides you through the nuances of port de bras, showing you how to incorporate the upper body into développés and cambrés. This holistic approach ensures that your dancing isn't just about the feet, but about a full-body artistic expression that complements the dramatic character of the music. Join the Broche Ballet community today and transform your pointe practice into a true artistic performance.
