"Every commercial ballet teacher should have a copy. . . . offers solid self-evaluation to every teacher--it separates 'the mice and the Nutcracker'!"--Richard

Discusses all basic principles of ballet, grouping movement by fundamental types. Diagrams show clearly the exact foot, leg, arm, and body positions for the pro

How do teachers create a classroom environment that promotes collaborative and inquiry-based approaches to learning ballet? How do teachers impart the stylistic

Presents profiles of noted dance teachers along with an analysis of their artistic lineages and techniques.

Aimed at advanced dancers, this book discusses classical ballet's basic concepts, techniques, and movements