Steps in Ballet by Thalia Mara

Steps in Ballet by Thalia Mara

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Steps in Ballet presents a clear and simple exposition of beginning ballet technique. The book is divided into three parts: I. Basic Exercises At The Barre takes the student from the five positions of the feet through twelve elementary ballet barre exercises. II.

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Steps in Ballet by Thalia Mara

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.
""Classics in the teaching of ballet technique at the critical beginning levels" "Classics in the teaching of ballet technique at the critical beginning levels." --Susan Wershing, publisher, Dance Teacher Now Classics in the teaching of ballet technique at the critical beginning levels. Susan Wershing, publisher, Dance Teacher Now"
Thalia Mara danced with several European ballet companies as a featured soloist before establishing a ballet school in New York. She helped found the Jackson Ballet Guild and the International Ballet Competition held in Jackson, Mississippi. She lives in Jackson, Mississippi.
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ISBN 13 9780871272621
ISBN 10 0871272628
Title Steps in Ballet
Author Thalia Mara
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Princeton Book Company
Year published 2005-09-03
Number of pages 178
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.