The Ballet Book

The Ballet Book PDF Author: Deborah Bowes
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9780228100669
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
"This comprehensive guide... helps youngsters who love ballet to understand the hard work and commitment involved in classical dance training." -- School Library Journal (of the first edition) "A detailed, practical guide for serious ballet students... To balance collections heavy on colorful ballet books for browsers with stars in their eyes, here's a guide for ballet students who are ready to get down to work." -- Booklist (of the first edition) 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. The Ballet Book is an inspirational motivator, an exceptional teaching aid, and an ideal companion for students. Now it has all-new photographs in color and a text more suited to contemporary young dancers. The book illustrates in meticulous detail -- and through more than 100 photographs -- every position, step and pose involved in barre work, pointe work, alignment, classical ballet poses, attitudes, allegros, batteries, pirouettes and arabesques. Age-appropriate and comprehensive, it is a motivational guide, with information on deciding to dance; finding a teacher; musical accompaniment; finding the ideal studio; what to wear and grooming; positions, steps and poses; and exercises and nutrition. Historical highlights and modern opportunities complete this comprehensive book. The Ballet Book is a strong guide for both boys and girls.

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Put Your Best Foot Forward PDF Author: Suki Schorer
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 9780761137955
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104

Book Description
Presents advice for young ballet students, including practicing etiquette and grooming, finding a balance between mind and body, maintaining focus, developing patience, and fostering an attitude of generosity in dancing for audiences.

The Ballet Companion

The Ballet Companion PDF Author: Eliza Gaynor Minden
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416595716
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 362

Book Description
A New Classic for Today's Dancer The Ballet Companion is a fresh, comprehensive, and thoroughly up-to-date reference book for the dancer. With 150 stunning photographs of ballet stars Maria Riccetto and Benjamin Millepied demonstrating perfect execution of positions and steps, this elegant volume brims with everything today's dance student needs, including: Practical advice for getting started, such as selecting a school, making the most of class, and studio etiquette Explanations of ballet fundamentals and major training systems An illustrated guide through ballet class -- warm-up, barre, and center floor Guidelines for safe, healthy dancing through a sensible diet, injury prevention, and cross-training with yoga and Pilates Descriptions of must-see ballets and glossaries of dance, music, and theater terms Along the way you'll find technique secrets from stars of American Ballet Theatre, lavishly illustrated sidebars on ballet history, and tips on everything from styling a ballet bun to stage makeup to performing the perfect pirouette. Whether a budding ballerina, serious student, or adult returning to ballet, dancers will find a lively mix of ballet's time-honored traditions and essential new information.

The Ballet Book

The Ballet Book PDF Author: Deborah Bowes
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781552093528
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
How to begin in ballet and grow to be a happy dancer.

The Ballet Book

The Ballet Book PDF Author: Nancy Ellison
Publisher: Universe Publishing(NY)
ISBN:
Category : Ballet
Languages : en
Pages : 280

Book Description
Provides photographs of members of the American Ballet Theatre demonstrating positions and includes discussion and photographs of classwork, rehearsal, choreography, and major ballets.

The Ballet Book : a Young Dancer's Guide

The Ballet Book : a Young Dancer's Guide PDF Author: Andrew Ptak
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780919493452
Category : Ballet
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description
A guide to ballet positions and exercises for elementary school students.

Ballerina

Ballerina PDF Author: Jane Hackett
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9781405319805
Category : Ballet
Languages : en
Pages : 79

Book Description
Find everything your child needs to know to improve their ballet in this book and DVD from Director of the English National Ballet School, Jane Hackett. From first position to en pointe, the book shows detailed step-by-step photographs of how young ballerinas can improve on each position whatever their age or stage; making it enjoyable and easy to perfect their style. Discover the best things to wear to class, how to combine positions and even how to choreograph a ballet. Watch the DVD together and see the ballet steps and individual dances in motion, then have fun helping your child to practise as they watch.

The Ballet Book

The Ballet Book PDF Author: DARCEY BUSSELL
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0756619335
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Does the poise, grace, and beauty of a prima ballerina take your breath away? Ever dreamt of landing that perfect pirouette? Covering everything from basic positions to the finesse of a pas de deux, this inspiring book will help your child pursue the elegant dance form of ballet. Perfect your port de bras and learn how to dance adagio and allegro. You will even find out the best way to look after your ballet shoes and ensure your make up is just right for your first night on stage. Using gorgeous photos of ballet dancers and easy-to-follow instructions, one of the world’s finest ballet dancers Darcey Bussell will teach you various poses, jumps, and exercises, as well as advanced moves and pointework. You will also discover folk and character dancing and read about the great choreographers and composers throughout ballet's history. 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. Budding ballet dancers, this one's for you!

The Young Dancer

The Young Dancer PDF Author: Darcey Bussell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751370195
Category : Ballet
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
Poses and movements as demonstrated by students of the Royal Ballet School.

Ballet Book

Ballet Book PDF Author: National Ballet School
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780613785310
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Lavishly illustrated with charming b&w photos of students in action, complemented by explanatory text, this ballet guide illustrates in detail the positioning of the arms and the feet, barre work, pointe work, alignment, classical ballet poses, attitudes, allegros, batteries and arabesques. A beautifully illustrated motivational tool for young dancers.