The Visual Dictionary of Ballet for ChildrenThis two disc DVD set contains a complete visual dictionary and class for the beginner ballet student. It is an invaluable training tool for the student just beginning ballet, as well as a reference guide that can be used for years to come.
It includes the definitions of terminology, basic technique, movements and steps the beginner student will need to know. Detailed visual instruction on how to execute all of the movements positions and steps. The class is performed at 2 levels for beginner and advanced beginner student. As the class is taught, to help familiarize and reinforce, the terminology of the movements and steps are recited in the ballet class.
The Visual Dictionary of Ballet for Children is broken down into 4 chapters
Chapter 1. The Dictionary of Ballet Technique
(Positions of the arms feet and body, including the basic techniques of ballet)
Chapter 2. The Dictionary of Barre Work
(Visual instruction on the execution of barre movement and steps)
Chapter 3. The Dictionary of Center Work
(Visual instruction on the execution of steps done center floor)
Chapter 4. The Class
(Includes all of the steps movements and techniques from Chapters 1,2 and 3 assembled into a class)
Program creator Rosemary Boross’ dance career includes performance with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, Radio City Ballet, and the American Dance Machine. Visual demonstrations by Rosemary Boross’ students from the Ballet Pacifica Conservatory. Inspiring ballet class music by Rory Foster from aquariansound.com
