The Ballet Book : A Young Person's Guide to Classical Dance

About this book

The Ballet Book is produced in conjunction with Torontos National Ballet School and is a definitive instructional resource for children who are beginning to explore the possibilities and delights of ballet. The introduction was written by Karen Kain. Lavishly illustrated with charming black and white photographs of students in action supplemented by explanatory text The Ballet Book illustrates in detail the positioning of the arms and the feet barre work pointe work alignment classical ballet poses attitudes allegros batteries and arabesques. Deborah Bowes also discusses other aspects of ballet with chapters on preparing for class (grooming dress choosing a teacher and studio) being a healthy dancer (avoiding injury realizing the health benefits of ballet) and gives an overview of ballets historical highlights and modern opportunities. The comprehensive glossary will initiate students into the terms used in the study of ballet and will serve as an inspirational motivator an exceptional teaching aid and an ideal companion for students. (1999)