What You'll Learn
- Coordinate bourrées with plié-attitude while maintaining correct ankle alignment en pointe
- Use port de bras and shoulder positioning to generate momentum for turns and pivots
- Master the piqué passé into tombé transition with precise footwork and timing
- Enhance performance quality through specific classical head spotting and focal points
- Navigate stage corners effectively with piqué sous-tenu sequences and weight placement
About This Video
Welcome to Section 5 of the Waltz of the Hours ladies variation from the beloved classical ballet, Coppelia. In this focused instructional session, Broche Ballet guides you through one of the most dynamic segments of the variation. This section is known for its intricate coordination and elegant transitions, making it a favorite for intermediate and advanced dancers looking to polish their professional repertoire.
The lesson begins with a deep dive into the coordination of bourrées and plié-attitude movements. A key technical focus here is maintaining proper ankle alignment to ensure you do not roll over the box of your pointe shoes during the fondu. You will learn how to use your port de bras and shoulder placement to generate the necessary momentum for piqué sous-tenu turns and complex pivots.
We emphasize the mechanics behind the movement, ensuring you feel stable and controlled en pointe. Next, the class breaks down the piqué passé into tombé sequence. We focus on the importance of passing through demi-pointe and hitting a clean fondu to create that fluid, classical aesthetic.
Artistry is just as vital as technique; therefore, we incorporate specific instructions on head placement and spotting. You will learn exactly where to focus—such as looking under the arm during an attitude back movement—to capture the charming essence of Swanhilda’s world. Finally, we work on the directional changes between corners, a hallmark of classical performance.
By the end of this tutorial, you will perform a full run-through of Section 5 with music, integrating your tendu, cou-de-pied, and sous-sus work into a cohesive performance. Whether you are practicing at home or in the studio, this video provides the technical nuances needed to elevate your ballet practice.
