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Ballet Glossary

  • The Complete Ballet Glossary

    Posted March 26 2022 by Ballet Beautiful

    Hi Beauties, It's finally here! The Complete Ballet Beautiful Ballet Glossary! Step inside to learn classic ballet terms and movements with Mary Helen. Plié: A bend of the knees. A full bending of the knees is a grand plié and a demi-plié is a half bending of the knees. The bending movement should be gradual...

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  • Ballet Glossary: Sous-sus, Petit Battement, Rond de Jambe

    Posted March 5 2022 by Ballet Beautiful

    Hi Beauties, Step inside our Ballet Glossary to learn classic ballet terms and movements with Mary Helen. Sous-sus Sous-sus is a classical ballet term that translates to “over-under.” It can be performed at the barre or in the center. It is a highly versatile step in which a dancer springs...

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  • Ballet Glossary: Balancé, Sauté, Temps Lié

    Posted February 1 2022 by Ballet Beautiful

    Hi Beauties, Step inside our Ballet Glossary to learn classic ballet terms and movements with Mary Helen. Balancé A balancé is a beautiful rocking step where a dancer moves while alternating balance between their feet. It is a three-step combination, and the rhythm is typically in three counts like a waltz. It has...

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  • Ballet Class Progression and your Ballet Beautiful Workout!

    Posted February 5 2021 by Ballet Beautiful

    Hi Beauties, The art of classical ballet is based upon a daily physical practice and discipline. While there are variations in one's daily ballet class and training, a basic framework exists that is followed by both the newest learner and the most experienced professional dancer. The progression of a dance...

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