What You'll Learn
- Coordinate complex port de bras from rounded to linear shapes in arabesque.
- Smooth out 'in-between' transitions to maintain momentum between pirouettes and balancés.
- Refine épaulement and eye focus to enhance performance quality and stage presence.
- Master varied pirouette preparations including traditional and grand rond de jambe styles.
- Improve allegro precision through exact cou-de-pied placement during quick sequences.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive advanced ballet center session at Broche Ballet, designed for dancers who want to move beyond basic steps into the artistry of fluid transitions. This 43-minute masterclass goes deep into the mechanics of footwork and the subtle grace of port de bras, ensuring your center work is as precise as it is expressive. We begin with a rigorous breakdown of complex combinations, focusing on the often-overlooked 'in-between' moments.
You will learn how to maintain momentum as you transition smoothly from a pirouette into a balancé, preventing the jerky movements that often disrupt a dancer's flow. Our instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining your line through movements such as plié, chassé, and temps lié, ensuring every shift of weight is intentional and grounded. A significant portion of this class is dedicated to port de bras and artistry.
We explore the transition from rounded arm shapes in the front plane to long, straight lines in the back plane during arabesque, a hallmark of advanced technique. You will also practice épaulement, learning how to follow the hand with the eyes to create a compelling stage presence without breaking the fourth wall. For those looking to sharpen their footwork, we dive into the specifics of allegro.
We focus on the exact placement of the foot at the cou-de-pied during quick glissade and passé sequences. This precision is vital for executing movements like écarté and tombé with the speed and clarity required at the advanced level. Additionally, we explore two distinct pirouette preparations: a traditional feminine approach and a powerful version utilizing à la seconde and grand rond de jambe.
Whether you are refining your croisé positions or mastering the allongé line, this class offers the technical corrections and artistic insights necessary to elevate your dancing.
