What You'll Learn
- How to use breath and musicality to enhance your artistic expression and stage presence
- Technical refinements for complex combinations involving temps lié, rond de jambe, and développé
- Strategies for exaggerating movements to create longer, more professional-looking lines
- Proper alignment and turnout techniques for a more stable and aesthetically pleasing arabesque
- Fluidity and control in port de bras to better coordinate the upper body with footwork
About This Video
Celebrate the season with a specialized holiday edition of our Artistry Barre at Broche Ballet. This 45-minute class is designed for dancers who want to move beyond the physical execution of steps and tap into the emotional heart of ballet. Set to a joyful album of holiday music, this session emphasizes the connection between breath, musicality, and stage presence, helping you feel like a performer even while practicing at the barre. The lesson begins with a focused review of foundational movements before progressing into more complex choreography designed to challenge both your mind and body.
Throughout the class, you will explore various combinations including chassé, temps lié, and rond de jambe. We place a particular emphasis on the concept of exaggeration—learning how to extend your lines in développé and find more space in your écarté. The instructor provides detailed feedback on maintaining proper alignment and turnout, especially during the transition into a stable and beautiful arabesque. You will also refine your port de bras, focusing on fluidity and the use of the upper body to convey emotion. By integrating these technical elements with the festive spirit of the music, you will learn to execute movements like the pas de bourrée and tendu with newfound grace.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is the floor, but artistry is the ceiling. This class encourages you to take risks, make mistakes, and most importantly, breathe through every movement. You will learn how to use your breath to achieve a more fluid and expressive quality, turning a standard exercise into a moment of performance. Whether you are working on the precision of a relevé or the sweep of a grand rond de jambe, this class offers a supportive environment to share your passion for dance. Join our community and discover how holiday music can inspire a deeper sense of joy and celebration in your ballet practice.
