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Ballet Pedagogy: The Art of Teaching

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This is a great gift for dancers and instructors. It's also a great book for studio owners to have in their "studio library". Whether you are looking for basic instructions for the beginner, or more in depth information for the intermediate and advanced, this book has it all. From the classroom to the stage, from the dancer to the instructor, whatever you need to address - it's all there! It's easy to follow and makes for a very enjoyable and smooth read. The book sets a nice tone from the start by beginning with a look at the history of ballet pedagogy, and the influences from different countries. Each chapter flows to the next, giving you the complete scope of what every dancer and instructor needs to know. The author did a wonderful job of writing a book that can be helpful and appreciated by all levels of dancers and instructors throughout their career.

This is a fantastic book for all dance teachers! It is especially helpful in the areas of teaching skills, anatomy, health and injuries, music and opening your own studio. The author has vast experience and knowledge on the art of teaching dance. The chapters are clear, concise and filled with very useful information. A must read for all dancers, choreographers and teachers!

If you are interested in being a better ballet teacher, this is a great book. Instead of being one of the many descriptive books on methodology, the organizational information and "thinking" in this book can be overlaid on any of the systems. Inspiring!