Artistry Barre: Master Musicality and Expression with Fun Pop Music

Transform your home practice with our Artistry Barre, a unique 43-minute class designed to bridge the gap between technical exercise and artistic performance. At Broche Ballet, we believe that ballet is as much about the soul as it is about the feet. This session moves away from traditional piano accompaniment, using upbeat pop music to challenge your musicality and help you find a contemporary connection to classical movement.

Throughout this class, we delve deep into the nuances of singing through the foot. This is not just about a pointed toe; it is about maintaining a constant stream of energy through the arch and toes, ensuring your lines never look static. You will practice specific sequences including fondu, rond de jambe, and tendu, all while focusing on a tender, caring quality in your movement.

We explore the emotional weight of a développé and the soft intake of an enveloppé, teaching you how to treat every motion with intention rather than just physical effort. One of the highlights of this practice is our focus on port de bras and head placement. You will learn to visualize looking under a wreath of flowers or feeling the warmth of the sun on your cheek to achieve a natural, stage-ready presence.

We also emphasize the importance of transitions—such as pas de lié, tombé, and chassé—reminding you to take your time and find the breath between the steps. Whether you are working on your body alignment or trying to improve your energy through the barre, this class provides the detailed corrections and artistic feedback necessary to elevate your dancing to the next level. Every exercise, from the first plié to the final allongée, is an opportunity to express your inner artist.

Join us and discover how a little pop music can bring a lot of life to your ballet technique.