Material Covered:
The material to be covered comprises the fundamentals of pedagogy for teaching classical dance which stress a detailed analysis of the following:
- The basic stance and correct placement
- Turnout
- Aplomb (vertical alignment and stability)
- Epaulement and port de bras
- Organization of barre, center and allegro exercises
- Pointe
- Simple batterie
- Turns on two legs and on one leg
- Systematic progression from simple to complex
- Division of small and large poses
- Proper musical counts for each exercise
Finally, there will be an analysis of the underlying logic of the method and why it has produced so many outstanding dancers for over sixty years.
Format:
The courses will be conducted in seminar form. Participants will not be expected to dance. Study materials will be furnished, and ample time will be allotted for questions and answers. Attendants will also observe videos that demonstrate the serious professionalism of Russian ballet training.
Goals:
The course is designed to help established teachers and aspiring novices apply sound methodology to their individual teaching situations. Over 600 teachers from the United States and abroad have benefited from these seminars. Experienced teachers will gain greater insights into teaching methodology and theory, while novices will learn the importance of a systematic approach to teaching. The knowledge gained will enable all teachers to work with their students with greater awareness and confidence.
Dates and Fees:
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