An excellent learning and teaching DVD especially designed by America's foremost ballet master to introduce the beginning dance student to the technique and vocabulary of classical ballet, with emphasis on posture, placement and movement potential. David Howard, ballet master, teacher and coach was a soloist with the Royal Ballet and National Ballet of Canada. He opened his world famous school on Manhattan's upper west side in '77. Mr. Howard teaches and coaches many of the foremost dancers. 40 mins. (DVD-2004) DVD-Region 1.

Former American Ballet Theatre Ballerina Michelle Benash has designed an instructional Pointe ballet DVD for all levels. Ms. Benash provides exercises and guidelines that develop technique and strength on Pointe. Included are barre and center for Beg-Int-Adv levels and a beautiful variation for the int/adv dancer. "This video is a must for serious teachers and students who care about the healthy developmental approach to this demanding art form. Michelle Benash intelligently lays the groundwork for a dancers evolution toward a professional career." Kirk Peterson, Ballet Master, American Ballet Theatre. 60 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

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Turns, Leaps & Bounds is a unique collection of Ballet combinations you’ll cherish and use time and again. Join Ballet Master David Howard as he guides you through the absolute essential exercises for center floor work. Work on adage, pirouettes, allegro and more! The variations are fun, easy to follow and designed for all levels of dancers. Bonus feature: "About David Howard" mini-biography. “I am forever indebted to David Howard for his enlightened teaching for over twenty years. He imparts his love of dance by inviting you to take a journey with him…you only have to want to go.” Gelsey Kirkland. David Howard is a world-renowned teacher and coach to professional dancers and students alike. He was a soloist with The Royal Ballet in England and directed the David Howard Dance Center in New York for 20 years. David teaches at Steps, Broadway Dance Center, the New School University, The Royal Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. He presents Teacher's Training Workshops worldwide. 75 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

This DVD demonstrates the complete language of ballet with an index of over 800 ballet steps. Made in association with the Metropolitan Opera Guild and Capezio Dancewear. 270 mins. DVD-Region 1.

A simple, stress free and informative session that challenges both adults and children who wish to be introduced to the world of the arts. Dancers are taken on a step-by-step journey that begins with preparation and warm-up, paces them through easy ballet moves and ends with a grand finale incorporating what's been taught. Ballet 101 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is based upon the syllabus of a major University of California program and is endorsed by private instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer with ballet terms. Great preparation video, even if you plan to take classes. 45 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Ballet 201 takes up where Ballet 101 leaves off. Adults and children, who already know the basics of ballet, start with stretching and warm-up. They are then guided through a quick review of the basics, and led right into the instruction and demonstration of more advanced moves, ending with a grand finale incorporating what's been taught. It's a fun challenge that's also a healthy work-out! Ballet 201 is an easy-to-follow, hands-on video that is based upon the syllabus of a major University of California program and is endorsed by private instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer with ballet terms. 45 mins. DVD-All-Region.

We taught you beginning ballet moves in Ballet 101 & 201. This addition to the series gives students a chance to develop even further by introducing new dance pieces. Now you can feel like you're on stage performing for an audience. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 1 focuses on choreography, stage presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage, increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own...so dance now, and take your bow! Combinations 1 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is endorsed by private instructors. 58 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

This second Combinations video picks up where Combinations 1 leaves off. You'll have the chance to develop even further with the introduction of another set of new dance pieces. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 2 focuses on choreography, stage presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage, increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel like you're performing on stage for an audience. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own. Combinations 2 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is endorsed by private instructors. 48 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

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Kathy Sullivan teaches four lively and exciting Ballet routines designed for all levels. Using traditional Ballet steps, each dance has it’s own theatrical flair to really showcase the dancers’ personalities. Shown in performance, then slowly broken down in segments, the steps and style are easy to learn! Kathy teaches Ballet and Pointe at STEPS on Broadway and is on faculty at Barnard College and New York University. Formerly with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, she now choreographs in a variety of styles and her works are frequently presented in NYC. 60 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

Join American Ballet Theatre ballerina Michelle Benash as she instructs you in this easy to follow along Beginner Ballet Class. Begin at the barre, chasse to the center combinations and work your way through the variety of leaps and turns. Soon, you'll be dancing the grand allegro set to a lively waltz. Simply brilliant - Simply Ballet! An appropriate DVD for young people as well. 55 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

American Ballet Theater soloist and teacher, Charles Maple, presents Contemporary Ballet Choreography that will give an exciting lift to your performances. Two cutting edge dances will challenge and invigorate your students. Mr. Maple has broken his easy-to-follow dances into phrases that can combine in multiple ways to create original choreography. Presented front and back these dances can be performed by large or small groups and with dancers on point or flat. Audiences will love these spectacular ballets! 50 mins. (2007) DVD-All-Region.

Petite Allegro is one of the hardest challenges of the ballet technique: all those fast little jumps! In this DVD, ballerina Jennifer Boren leads you through a dictionary of of petite allegro vocabulary. Over 50 steps are viewed and analyzed, many in slow motion. Learn the translation of each step as well as the correct execution. Jennifer than leads you through ten different petite allegro combinations for class. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.

Ronn and Layla lead you through the many aspects of lifts and partnering. The video starts by explaining exercises for strength training, balance and trust. Layla and Ronn then teach beginning and intermediate lifts, and presses and turns for partnering. They conclude with dance combinations for partnering in the ballet, modern and jazz styles. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.

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