What You'll Learn
- Mastering dramatic port de bras to enhance stage presence and audience connection.
- Developing fluid adagio movements with a focus on breath work and soft finger placement.
- Translating the rhythmic intensity of tango music into classical ballet movements like the chassé.
- Refining transitions from plié to lift the body with better posture and control.
- Maintaining a calm and engaged demeanor during complex technical combinations.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this unique Artistry Barre session from Broche Ballet. This 38-minute class is specifically designed to help adult dancers bridge the gap between technical execution and true artistic performance. By utilizing the dramatic and rhythmic textures of tango music, this class challenges you to find a sense of calm and controlled focus amidst powerful, expressive movements.
Throughout the session, the instructor guides you through the fundamental elements of performance: breath, musicality, and stage presence. We begin at the barre with foundational exercises, but with an added layer of intentionality. Instead of simply performing a plié or a tendu, you are encouraged to use your breath to initiate every movement, creating a more fluid and professional appearance.
One of the primary highlights of this class is the deep dive into port de bras technique. You will learn how to use your arms and upper body to create a narrative, practicing how to open and close your arms to draw an audience into your performance. This is particularly vital in adagio sequences, where soft fingers and a focused gaze can transform a simple développé or arabesque into a moment of pure art.
Technical precision remains a priority, especially when executing chassé movements and transitions. You will work on starting low in your plié to find the power needed to lift the body efficiently. This focus on dynamics ensures you maintain proper posture and control throughout the faster, tango-inspired sections.
Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this class offers the essential tools needed to refine your performance persona while building the strength required for classical ballet.
