What You'll Learn
- Techniques for coordinating breath with arm movements and port de bras.
- How to maintain proper alignment and shoulder squareness in arabesque.
- Developing fluid transitions between steps like chassé and temps lié.
- Using musicality to improve the flow and artistic expression of your performance.
About This Video
At Broche Ballet, we believe that every exercise is a performance. This 40-minute Artistry Barre is crafted to help you transition from simply performing the steps to truly dancing them. The class begins with focused stretching and warm-up exercises designed to increase flexibility and prepare the body for the technical rigors of classical dance.
We emphasize the integration of breath with movement, which is essential for achieving the fluid, effortless look of a professional dancer. Throughout the session, the instructor provides clear, detailed demonstrations of key movements, including plié, tendu, and développé. You will spend significant time refining your port de bras, learning how subtle movements of the hands and head can transform a technical exercise into a piece of art.
A major focus of this class is the arabesque. You will learn how to maintain correct posture and alignment, specifically keeping the shoulders square to the barre to maximize your line and stability. We also delve into the mechanics of transitions.
Mastering the flow between movements, such as a chassé into a temps lié, is what creates a cohesive performance. You will also practice more complex combinations involving tombé, passé, and piqué movements, all while being encouraged to use the music as your guide. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to use your breath to control your pace and how to project confidence through your stage presence.
This class is not just about muscle memory; it is about heart and soul. By repeating these patterns, you develop the strength needed to focus on your artistry rather than just the placement of your feet. We invite you to explore your range of motion and find freedom within the structure of the ballet technique.
Join us for a session that bridges the gap between the studio and the stage.
