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written by Kyle                 on 28.04. at 19:15:47 - as answer to: Re: Performance at last!!! by BashevaKyle>>It is not unusual for an orchestra/opera conductor to take ballet class, I have heard of it before. I had as a student a concert pianist - he wanted to be able to walk gracefully across the stage and be able to take a bow. The same with a conductor. Also it would improve balance on the podium, I would think. Ballet is very basic - like the alphabet of movement. Almost all other forms of dance and athletics have been known to enhance their movement and sport with ballet lessons. Russian athletes (their national hockey team I believe, takes class twice a week) have done this for years. >At the college at which I taught the football team was required to take ballet class. Lots of luck with your studies and your performance. Basheva>>>*I'm just starting this summer. I work as an opera conductor, and think that I (as professional) should know a lot more about ballet. I think it'll help me physically (already do Pilates, ride horses, etc.) and may enhance my musical understanding. I'm 32, though. I hope I don't hurt anyone in my class; I'm not the most graceful of people.>>If I like it, I hope to continue with classes.>>K>>>Hi guys - I took up ballet two years ago at 28... At first because of a love of tights, but discovered the freedom and joy of dancing - taking 5/6 classes a week.>>>Over Easter I at last made my stage debut - danced the pas de deux from The Sleeping Beauty as a solo. I have just been sent the photos... and it's hard to believe it's me! The costume, make-up and my dancing all look great!>>>Any you guys late starters? Do it - you'll never look back!>>>Rich Answers to this message: |
