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A dictionary of ballet terms
112 pages
A precise and elegant key to unlocking the hidden language of classical dance.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a quiet, sunlit dance studio before the pianist arrives. It is a leisurely, studious experience, meant to be browsed, referenced, and absorbed over time rather than rushed through. The tone is authoritative yet deeply appreciative, meticulously breaking down the illusion of effortless grace into its rigorous, mechanical components. The prose is clear and highly descriptive, translating the ephemeral beauty of physical movement into concrete, accessible language. It offers a steady accumulation of knowledge that transforms passive admiration into an active, informed appreciation of the classical tradition. This is an essential companion for ballet students, teachers, and devoted audience members who crave a deeper understanding of the exact mechanics behind the magic they see on stage.
- Mood
- studious
- elegant
- focused
- Tone
- authoritative
- precise
- educational
- appreciative
- Pace
- leisurely
- Themes
- the language of movement · physical discipline · mechanics of art · classical tradition
- The writing
- Clear, concise, and highly descriptive, meticulously translating complex physical movements into accessible written instruction.
- The arc
- A steady accumulation of knowledge that transforms passive admiration of dance into an active, informed appreciation of its rigorous mechanics.
- Who it's for
- Ballet students, teachers, and devoted audience members who want to understand the exact mechanics behind the magic on stage.
About the book
Reprint of the 3d rev. ed. (1977) published by A. & C. Black, London. Includes index.
Description from Open Library.
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