Discusses ballet training and techniques, shoes, music, and other related topics.
The art of ballet is interpreted and demonstrated by the renowned American Ballet Threatre as it allows the reader inside its doors to view its classes, dancers, teachers, and memorable...
"An alphabetic celebration of the world of ballet"--
The Ballet Book beautifully illustrates the world of ballet with captivating notes on classical techniques, the evolution of the dance form, the world’s greatest dancers, and a fascinating look on what goes on behind the scene.
In five years she established the Sadler's Wells Ballet School , fortified with pedagogic knowledge derived from intensive company classes with Maestro Cecchetti , as well as with Nicholas Legat and Edouard Espinosa .
From adagio to voyage, over 800 steps, movements, poses, and concepts are fully defined. A pronunciation guide and cross-references to alternate names for similar steps and positions also included.
Outlines an eight-year curriculum of dance exercises and lessons developed by the Russian ballet teacher responsible for the training of Nureyev, Baryshnikov and others
All the basic movements in classical ballet, illustrated with 275 detailed photographs.This unique handbook shows all the basic positions, steps, and movements in classical ballet, arranged in the sequence of...
Photos and descriptions in the text plus photos and video clips in an accompanying web resource help students learn and practice beginning ballet.
"Prepared in conjunction with Canada's National Ballet School, The Ballet Book is the definitive instructional resource for children who are beginning to explore the possibilities and delights of ballet.
Introduces the world of ballet and presents its notable stories, dancers, techniques, and routines.