Balancing Discipline and Artistry January 20, 2017 Two dancers.One possesses all the creativity that could exist in a human being. Put her in a story ballet and she will cause the earth to quake with profound emotion. But look for the briefest moment at her footwork and… Read More Balancing Discipline and Artistry
Body Placement for Ballet Students December 4, 2015 Once your students have passed through the pre-ballet program, you can begin to work with them on a classical ballet posture and body placement. Remember the importance of taking time, and not rushing on the basic principles of vocabulary and… Read More Body Placement for Ballet Students
Working Toward Excellence in Classical Ballet November 9, 2015 Once your students have graduated from the early levels of ballet training and move into a more classically directed ballet education, there are many principles to begin to implement in their classes. The small things create the difference… Read More Working Toward Excellence in Classical Ballet
Posture Checklist for Ballet Students August 14, 2015 “The total picture of a dancer: legs, arms, head, hands, feet, expression, can be compared to a chord on the piano, with all of the correct notes striking at the same time.” — Alan Hooper, former… Read More Posture Checklist for Ballet Students
Why "Changing It Up" May Not Always Be Best October 6, 2014 One might think that the best way to keep a group of active, eager and talkative 9 year-olds’ attention would be to make things different each week of ballet class. That way they stay engaged and interested. Ruth Brinkerhoff’s “… Read More Why "Changing It Up" May Not Always Be Best
The One Thing I Wish I Knew September 19, 2014 I attended ballet class on a regular basis from the age of 6 through 18 and no one ever really explained it to me. If someone had, I’m pretty sure my dance career would have been very different. I struggled… Read More The One Thing I Wish I Knew
