Renato Paroni de Castro, Ballet Master at English National, leads this class focusing on first and fifth positions at the barre and finishing in the centre (Adagio and Allegro).
This class is demonstrated by Adriana Lizardi and Emilia Cadorin, both Artists with English National Ballet, with Matt Gregory on piano.
- You'll begin with basic positions and plies, progressing to more complex exercises like tendus, port de bras, and battements.
- Emphasis is placed on maintaining proper alignment, avoiding common mistakes, and ensuring smooth transitions between movements.
- The class also included instructions on how to execute specific ballet techniques, such as développés, jetés, and piqués, with attention to detail on foot placement and arm positions.
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