What You'll Learn
- How to boil down complex sequences into manageable patterns and modifications
- The mental framework advanced dancers use for rapid combination recall
- The logic behind common ballet structures like en croix and standard barre patterns
- How to identify the 'whys' behind choreographic decisions to improve performance
- Introductory steps to designing your own tendu and barre combinations
About This Video
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a complex combination at the barre? In this introductory class on ballet choreography, Broche Ballet explores the mental framework necessary to demystify even the most intricate sequences. Rather than focusing on individual steps in isolation, we teach you how to see the underlying architecture of a ballet class.
By shifting your focus from 'what' to 'why,' you will unlock a more efficient way to memorize and execute movement with confidence. Our curriculum begins by breaking down the three pillars of choreography: patterns, locations, and modifications. Advanced dancers do not memorize every single tendu or dégagé as a unique event; instead, they recognize a familiar pattern—such as movements performed en croix—and simply note where the teacher has added a unique modification.
This class will guide you through this mental process, helping you boil down complex instructions into simple, memorable formats. We delve into common movements like the demi-plié and grand plié to understand how they fit into a larger structural logic. Understanding these foundational principles is not just about following directions; it is the first step toward becoming a choreographer yourself.
When you understand why certain decisions are made—such as why a sequence might involve a balance or a specific change in position—you gain the independence to create your own combinations. Over the course of this series, you will learn to design your own exercises, starting with basic concepts. This deep dive into the 'why' of ballet enhances your technical performance by grounding your movements in a clear, mental map.
By mastering these structural concepts, you reduce the cognitive load during class, allowing your body to move with more freedom and artistic expression. Join us at Broche Ballet as we bridge the gap between technical execution and choreographic intent, empowering you to move with clarity.
