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Children's Nonfiction Dance

Steps in Ballet

Basic Exercises at the Barre, Basic Center Exercises, Basic Allegro Steps

by (author) Thalia Mara

illustrated by George Bobrizky

Publisher
Princeton Book Company
Initial publish date
Jun 2004
Category
Dance
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780871272621
    Publish Date
    Jun 2004
    List Price
    $29.95

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Description

Instructive techniques for practicing ballet away from class are presented in this compilation of three previously published volumes. Elementary barre exercises, basic arm movements and positions of the body, and elevation and connecting steps are detailed with illustrations and helpful pointers that complement the guidance of a ballet instructor. Correct ballet terms are defined and listed in French with phonetic pronunciations. Parents, teachers, and students of ballet will find expert advice in this classic of ballet instruction.

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Editorial Reviews

“Classics in the teaching of ballet technique at the critical beginning levels.”  —Susan Wershing, publisher, Dance Teacher Now