What You'll Learn
- Master Section 7 choreography including pas de basque and piqué passé sequences.
- Refine your allongé port de bras and weight transitions during piqué arabesques.
- Perfect the signature finale pose with a deep lunge and specific focal points.
- Execute fluid bourrée turns and transitions between walls with grace and poise.
- Perform a full run-through of the complete variation to build stamina and musicality.
About This Video
Welcome to the final chapter of our series on the Waltz of the Hours ladies' variation from the classical ballet, Coppélia. In this instructional video from Broche Ballet, we dive into Section 7—the grand finale. This section is designed to challenge your stamina while maintaining the elegant, light quality characteristic of this famous waltz.
The lesson begins with a detailed breakdown of the intricate footwork that defines this section. You will work through pas de basque movements transitioning into piqué passé and pas de bourrée. For dancers working en pointe, these transitions require precise weight placement and strong ankles.
We emphasize the fondu through the supporting leg to create the necessary bounce and fluidity required for the musical phrasing. A significant portion of this class is dedicated to traveling piqué arabesque sequences. Here, the focus shifts to the coordination of the allongé port de bras.
Mastering the timing of your arms in relation to your directional changes is key to achieving a professional, stage-ready look. We also practice the signature finale pose: a deep lunge with a back tendu, crossed hands, and a specific focus that captures the character's triumph. Beyond the individual steps, Section 7 requires a mastery of spatial awareness.
You will practice bourrée turns and demi-pointe walks to transition between the walls of the studio, ensuring your lines remain classical and unbroken. Finally, the class concludes with a full performance run-through of the entire Waltz of the Hours variation. By integrating Sections 1 through 7, you will build the cardiovascular endurance and mental focus needed to perform the piece from start to finish.
Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to improve your pointe technique and artistry, this lesson provides the tools to finish this beautiful variation with confidence and grace.
