Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations

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Nina Danilova (Associate Professor, School of Dance, Associate Professor, School of Dance, University of North Carolina School of the Arts)

Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations

Nina Danilova (Associate Professor, School of Dance, Associate Professor, School of Dance, University of North Carolina School of the Arts)

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Oxford University Press Inc
11 February 2016

Ballet

From the graceful flutter of Princess Florine at Sleeping Beauty's wedding to the playful jetées in the first act of Giselle, the variation - or short solo work - is one of the key elements of classical ballet. Arguing that true artistry requires in-depth knowledge, author Nina Danilova has worked with students for many years to focus on performing individual variations with the greatest extent of technical proficiency and artistic sensitivity.

Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations lays out eight variations in the ballerina's repertoire. Each chapter is divided into five sections: a piano reduction of the score; a contextual note covering the history of the ballet, the plot, and memorable dancers who have performed the role; and instructions for dancing the variation itself, illustrated step by step.

Accompanied by a comprehensive companion website, Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations pairs Danilova's method of teaching students with her decades of pedagogical experience.

By: Nina Danilova (Associate Professor School of Dance Associate Professor School of Dance University of North Carolina School of the Arts)
Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 284mm, Width: 223mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1.196kg
ISBN: 9780190227098
ISBN 10: 0190227095
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 11 February 2016
Audience: College/higher education , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword Preface Acknowledgements Introduction by Natalia Makarova The Program of the Course Explanation of the process of teaching the new Variations Course How to Read Ballet Variations of Danilova's Series of Variations Part one Variations (1-4) 1. Le Talisman. Choreography after M.Petipa. From Pas de deux 2 Giselle. Choreography after M.Petipa from Peasant pas de deux 3. Paquita. Choreography after M.Petipa. 2nd Solo La Sylphide from Grand Pas 4. Paquita. Choreography after M.Petipa. 1st Solo Grand Fouetté from Grand Pas Part two Variations (5-8) 5. Paquita. Choreography after M.Petipa 3rd Solo Chelesta from Grand Pas 6. Raymonda . Choreography after M.Petipa. From 1st act - Raymonda's dream. 7. Le Corsaire. Choreography after M.Petipa. 2nd Solo Emboîté from Pas de Odalisques 8.(a) Sleeping Beauty . Choreography after M.Petipa. Princess Florine from Bluebird pas de deux 8.(b) Sleeping Beauty . Choreography after M.Petipa. Princess Florine from Bluebird pas de deux Ballet Terminology Biographies: Danilova, Models, and technical and creative assistants Bibliography Credits Index

Nina Danilova is a Vaganova-trained dancer and a former member of the Kirov company. She holds a graduate degree in ballet pedagogy and has worked with the award-winning Pacific Northwest Ballet. She is currently Associate Professor of Dance at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, where her popular variations class provided the inspiration for this book.

Reviews for Eight Female Classical Ballet Variations

Nina Danilova has created a valuable resource for the aspiring dancer of classical ballet. Her system provides the teacher or the student with necessary tools to continue study and pass down classical variations to the next generation. Ms. Danilova is recognized in the dance world for her outstanding ability at training hundreds of young dancers for professional career. This book is a wonderful complement to any serious training program. -- Wanda H. Plemmons, Director, Academy of Dance Arts, Inc. Nina Danilova has provided a detailed and useful guide for teaching these eight classical ballet variations. It is a valuable reference and resource to have in the classroom and ballet studio. -- Rick McCullough, Associate Professor, School of Dance, Florida State University Nina Danilova has provided a detailed and useful guide for teaching these eight classical ballet variations. It is a valuable reference and resource to have in the classroom and ballet studio. -- Rick McCullough, Associate Professor, School of Dance, Florida State University