What You'll Learn
- Master the coordination of breath with complex movements like développé and attitude
- Enhance stage presence through intentional port de bras and allongé lines
- Improve transitions between positions using temps lié and tombé for fluid movement
- Develop musicality and artistic expression while practicing traditional barre sequences
- Refine alignment and posture during adagio combinations to build strength and control
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s special holiday-themed Artistry Barre. This 37-minute session is specifically designed for the dancer who wants to bridge the gap between technical execution and artistic performance. Set to joyful Christmas music, this class invites you to focus on the nuances of breath, musicality, and stage presence while working through a comprehensive barre routine. We begin with a focus on the fundamental plié, emphasizing the lift into an allongé line to establish length and intention from the very start of your practice.
As we move into tendu and développé sequences, the instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining control and balance. You will explore the intricacies of adagio movements, working through challenging positions like attitude and arabesque, learning how to stretch everything up to create professional, elongated lines. The core of this lesson is about the feeling of being a dancer—it’s not just about hitting the positions, but about how you transition between them. We utilize intentional port de bras throughout the back and toward the barre to ensure the upper body remains as expressive and engaged as the legs.
Techniques such as temps lié and tombé are integrated to help you master the art of transitions, ensuring that your movement remains fluid and cohesive rather than static. Throughout the class, Broche Ballet emphasizes the importance of proper posture and alignment. By focusing on breathing and control, even complex combinations become more manageable and expressive. Whether you are working on the height of your passé or refining your cambré, the goal is to maintain a consistent tempo and rhythm, allowing the festive music to guide your artistry. Join us for this festive practice and transform your barre work from a series of exercises into a beautiful performance. Elevate your technique, find your breath, and let your inner dancer shine this holiday season.
