UMBR SABT 110 - Ballet I

Institution:

Arcadia University

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Description:

Ballet I is for students who have a minimum knowledge in classical ballet technique. Focus is on correct posture, turnout, muscular control, balance, quickness, strength, musicality and dance quality. Classes begin with warm-up, exercises at the barre,center work covering port de bras, adagio, pirouettes, petite and grand allegro and dance variations. Within the course will be discussions on famous Italian dancers, the origin of ballet in Italy and its progression to France, and on analysis of dance performance. One of the goals of the course is to develop in students an appreciation for the importance of the Renaissance (and the role of Catherine De Medici in particular) in the origins and early development of ballet.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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