What You'll Learn
- Mastering the épaulement neckline to create a more expressive and fluid upper body line.
- How to find freedom in the neck and upper back during cambré and arabesque movements.
- Executing a fluid su-sous transition into a classic pas de bourrée combination.
- Techniques for 'singing out' and adding personal artistry to your choreography.
About This Video
Welcome to Julie’s Birthday Party at Broche Ballet! This intermediate-level class is designed to celebrate the joy of movement while refining the sophisticated details that make ballet truly beautiful. Instead of a standard repetitive drill, we dive into a fun, expressive combination that emphasizes fluidity, freedom, and the "singing" quality of dance. This session is perfect for dancers who want to bridge the gap between technical execution and artistic performance.
The core focus of this session is on finding liberation in the upper body. Many intermediate dancers struggle with stiffness in the neck and shoulders; here, we work on creating a long, fluid line from head to toe. You will learn how to utilize your épaulement to create a more dynamic presence. We specifically explore the relationship between the head and the cambré, ensuring that as you reach with the chest, you are pulling with the head to maintain length. This creates a more professional, elongated silhouette that is essential for intermediate and advanced work.
As we transition through movements like su-sous, arabesque, and pas de bourrée, the emphasis remains on the "chanté" or singing quality of the arms (bras) and upper back. By incorporating a slight twist and focus on the allonger line, you can achieve a beautiful energy that extends beyond the fingertips. The instructor guides you through these technical nuances, encouraging you to not just execute the steps, but to make the choreography your own.
This class also highlights the importance of creativity in ballet. While technique is the foundation, expression is the soul. You will be encouraged to "sing out" through your movements, finding a sense of freedom that allows you to be true to yourself on the dance floor. Whether you are working on the final pose or a series of transitions, the goal is to find what works for your body. Join Broche Ballet for this festive session and bring more heart to your practice.
