Simply Ballet Video
Join American Ballet Theatre ballerina Michelle Benash
as she instructs you in this easy to follow along Beginner Ballet Class. Begin at the
barre, chasse to the center combinations and work your way through the variety of leaps
and turns. Soon, you'll be dancing the grand allegro set to a lively waltz. Simply
brilliant - Simply Ballet! An appropriate video for young people as well. 55 mins. (1999/2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet 101 - A Beginner's Class DVD Video
Bring a beginning ballet class right into the privacy of your living room. This is a
simple, stress free and informative session that challenges both adults and children who
wish to be introduced to the world of the arts. Dancers are taken on a step-by-step
journey that begins with preparation and warm-up, paces them through easy ballet moves and
ends with a grand finale incorporating what's been taught. Ballet 101 is an easy to
follow, hands-on tape that is based upon the syllabus of a major University of California
program and is endorsed by private instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer
with ballet terms. Great preparation video, even if you plan to take classes. 45 mins. DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet 201 - Beyond the Basics DVD Video
Ballet 201 is a simple, stress free and informative class that takes up right where Ballet
101 leaves off. Adults and children, who already know the basics of ballet, start with
stretching and warm-up. They are then guided through a quick review of the basics, and led
right into the instruction and demonstration of more advanced moves, ending with a grand
finale incorporating what's been taught. It's a fun challenge that's also a healthy
work-out! Ballet 201 is an easy-to-follow, hands-on tape that is based upon the
syllabus of a major University of California program and is endorsed by private
instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer with ballet terms. 45 mins.
DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet 101 & 201, Combinations 1 DVD Video
We taught you beginning ballet moves in Ballet 101 &
201. This addition to the series gives students a chance to develop even further by
introducing new dance pieces. Now you can feel like you're on stage performing for an
audience. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve
learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance
combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz,
Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 1 focuses on choreography, stage
presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced
to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage,
increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and
choreograph on your own...so dance now, and take your bow! Combinations 1 is an easy to
follow, hands-on tape that is endorsed by private instructors. 58 mins. (2002/2006) DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet 101 & 201, Combinations 2 DVD Video
Now, build on the steps you've learned so far in this
second Combinations video that picks up where Combinations 1 leaves off. You'll have the
chance to develop even further with the introduction of another set of new dance pieces.
After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned,
then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations
found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite
Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 2 focuses on choreography, stage
presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced
to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage,
increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel like you're performing on stage
for an audience. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own.
Combinations 2 is an easy to follow, hands-on tape that is endorsed by private
instructors. 48 mins. (2002/2006) DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet for Boys with Richard Glasstone Video
The perfect introduction to ballet for
boys and young men. This program presents, in a clear and understandable
style, the building blocks of movement which include: bending, extending,
rising, jumping, turning and darting while teaching how to co-ordinate these
movements rhythmically. Specially designed and presented by world-renowned
ballet teacher Richard Gladstone, this program is demonstrated by young
beginners, late starters, and a professional dancer. 30 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Ballet Boot Camp Stretch Video
This unique workout offers a varied,
flowing mixture of stretches created to lengthen muscles, increase
flexibility and release tight joints. This energizing and strengthening
workout will help you to build your center of power and develop your
body's core muscle groups. You will elongate and strengthen your entire
body, in particular your abdominal and back muscles, which form the
foundation for enhanced fitness and athletic performance. 60 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.
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Tinkerbell Dance Studio: Learn Ballet Step-by-Step Video
Instructed by professional
ballet dancer Michelle Lungberg. In this DVD, the
class starts at the barre (you can use a chair instead). Once Michele
introduces 1st through 5th positions, she moves on to Plies, Tondus,
Degajes, Rondejambs, Passes and Piques. After that, the class stretches and
moves to center. Next, Michele continues with Tondus, Degajes, Pas De
Bourres, Balances and Jumps. The program ends with the proper way to bow
like a professional ballerina. This fun beginner ballet class is packed
with all the basics & great music too. Includes a free step-by-step poster
and bonus CD!. 38 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region
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Tinkerbell Dance Studio: Learn Ballet Step-by-Step Box Set
This exciting beginner class is
filled with all the basic moves to introduce your child to the world of
ballet. The step-by-step class is hosted by professional ballet dancer
Michelle Lungberg. She begins the program teaching the Barre and ends
with the proper way to bow like a professional ballerina! This box set
includes a 38-minute instructional DVD (additional description of DVD
directly above), one-size fits all pink tutu, hair
tutu, step-by-step poster as well as a bonus CD! 38 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.
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From Tights to Tutus: Beginner Ballet for Children Video
With Mary Carpenter. In this class, Mary shares her
creative ideas on instruction for teaching beginners and the once a week
student. Join Mary and her young students as she instructs them in
warm-ups,
barre, center floor, character steps and combinations across the floor.
A Bonus Section features a Q & A with Producer Bob Rizzo and Miss Mary
with
helpful tips on teaching beginners. It’s tutu much fun!
Mary Carpenter has danced for Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center. She
teaches in New York City for the young students program at STEPS on
Broadway
and for Ballet Hispanico. 60 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.
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Art of Pointework Level 1: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Judy Weiss, or "The Queen of
Toe Shoes" as she is affectionately referred to by reigning New York
ballerinas, tells you all about the construction of the pointe shoe and
how to find the shoe for you. Ashlee Knapp, now dancing with The New York
City Ballet, shows you special foot and ankle strengthening exercises, how
to correctly prepare your shoe and foot, and how to tie your ribbons. On
this video: Introduction: Shoe construction; fitting the shoe; sewing the
elastic and ribbons; strengthening exercises; preparing your foot and
tying the ribbons Exercises: 1. Rolling up & down, feet parallel; 2.
Rolling up & down. 1st & 2nd positions; 3. Rolling up in plié. 1st & 2nd
positions; 4. Combining exercises 2 & 3; 5. Demi & grand pliés, relevés.
1st, 2nd, 5th positions; 6. Plié, relevé, balance. 1st position; 7. Tendu,
relevé, demi plié en croix; 8. Quick relevés from 3/4 to full pointe. 1st
& 2nd positions; 9. Sous-sus, placing the feet in 5th position; 10.
Battement tendu, plié, relevé in 4th position; 11. Échappé sur les
pointes, sous-sus; 12. Piqué pas de bourée, couru; 13. Échappé sur les
pointes, sous-sus, pique pas de bourrée; 14. Échappé, plié in second,
sous-sus, pique pas de bourrée. Introductory section, 14 barre exercises.
Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Ashlee Knapp. Advised by Judith
Weiss. Music by Scott Killian. 56 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Art of Pointework Level 2: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Finis explains each exercise,
tells you how it should be done, and Ashlee Knapp of The New York City
Ballet does it, in her inimitable way. She is an absolute delight! Watch
how beautifully she works her legs and feet, and how she moves with
musical precision and lyrical delicacy. Exercises on this video: 1.
Stretching the foot, relevé. Parallel, 1st, & 2nd positions; 2. Grand plié,
relevé. 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th positions; 3. Relevés. 1st, 2nd, 4th, & 5th
positions; 4. Tendu, piqué. 5th position; 5. Sous-sus, rétiré, fondu,
piqué pas de bourrée 6. Développé, pas de bourrée, couru en tournant; 7.
Relevé, sur le cou de pied, piqué pas de bourrée; 8. Échappé, sous-sus,
rétiré, piqué pas de bourrée; 9. Développé, grand rond de jambe,
promenade, demi-fouetté; 10. Échappé en croix, rétiré, échappé changé,
sous-sus; 11. Sous-sus, développé, fondu, relevé arabesque; 12. Piqué
rétiré, piqué ballonné, pas de bourrée; 13. Fondu relevé en croix, pas de
bourrée; 14. Piqué, relevé & fondu in arabesque & attitude; 15. Pirouette
en dehors; 16. Center floor: walking sur les pointes, pas de bourrée; 17.
Center floor: Piqué to 5th position sur les pointes; 18. Center floor:
Échappé en croix, sous-sus, pas de bourrée. 15 barre, three center exercises.
Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Ashlee Knapp. Music by Scott
Killian. 47 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Art of Pointework Level 3: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
This revolutionary new video
shows Michele Wiles, the critically acclaimed soloist of The American
Ballet Theatre, in real time and slow motion. Each carefully planned
exercise is first taught by Finis, then performed by Michele, analyzed in
slow motion with detailed commentary by Finis, and repeated in real time.
Exercises on this video: 1. Walking in pointe shoes; 2. Running in pointe
shoes; 3. Piqué to 5th position & balance, pas de bourrées; 4. Piqué
soutenu, relevés from fifth; 5. Piqué to 5th position & balance, fondu,
pas de bourrée; 6. Piqué fondu développé en avant, piqué arabesque; 7.
Relevé turns from 5th position, grand port de bras, pas de bourrées. Seven
center exercises in real time and slow motion. Taught by Finis Jhung.
Demonstrated by Michele Wiles. Music by Scott Killian. 53 mins. (2007)
DVD-Region 1.
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Art of Pointework Level 4: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Reviewing Michele's debut as
the ballerina in Balanchine's Theme & Variations at The Metropolitan Opera
House in New York City, Jennifer Dunning of the New York Times said "Ms.
Wiles tore through the demanding ballet like a colt, newly released and
running free. . . her big open torso and appetite for space were a
pleasure." This DVD shows you the "secrets." You'll be amazed when you see
what Michele does in slow motion, close-up, and freeze frame. The beauty
and precision of her pointe work is riveting and eye-opening. Finis
analyzes all of her movements, so that you can understand and apply what
you see and hear. Exercises on this video: 1. Soutenu, pas de bourrée
suivi en tournant; 2. Pas de bourrée dessus - dessous, simple & en
tournant; 3. Échappé, sous-sus, tombé relevé arabesque; 4. Fondu relevé
développé a la seconde & quatrième devant, pas de bourrée; 5. En de hors
pirouette from 4th position; 6. Châinés, balancés, piqué pirouette en
dehors; 7. Continuous pirouettes from 5th position. Seven center exercises, in
real time and slow motion. Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Michele
Wiles. Music by Scott Killian. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Art of Pointework Level 5: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Finis shows and explains each
exercise, 15-year-old Saige demonstrates on both sides, Finis comments and
analyzes, and then Saige repeats the exercise. This video is all about the
preparations that create the results. Watch how Saige turns her plié and
rolls through her feet. As she starts dancing across the floor, notice how
Saige places and works her plié and pushes with her feet, which results in
beautifully placed triple pirouettes en dehors. Finis and Saige then
concentrate on the en dedans pirouette, showing you how to prepare for
these tricky turns so that you will really get on your leg and turn with
ease. Besides giving you technical instructions and demonstrations on
everything from simple pirouettes to grand pirouettes en dedans, Finis has
also choreographed some of the exercises so that you can work on your
dancing skills. And, of course, Saige works on the ballerina’s "bread &
butter" steps — piqué turns and fouetté turns. After Saige shows her
single fouetté turns, she goes on and does doubles. Dance, Ballerina,
Dance! Exercises on this video: 1. Rolling through the feet, at the barre;
2. Turning the plié, half way, at the barre; 3. Pirouette en dehors to
fourth position, at the barre; 4. Échappé, relevé retiré, fondu relevé,
pirouette en dehors; 5. Pas de bourrée, pirouette en dehors, piqué
arabesque; 6. Assemblé soutenu, pirouette en dedans; 7. Piqué arabesque en
manège, pas de bourrée, pirouette en dedans; 8. Développé écarté, relevé
attitude, pas de bourrée en tournant, pirouette en dehors; 9. Pas de
bourrée en tournant, grand rond de jambe, chassé, relevé-développé, piqué
arabesque, grand pirouette à la seconde; 10. Piqué pirouette en dedans,
pas de bourrée couru en première; 11. Piqué pirouette en attitude en
dedans, pas de bourrée; 12. Fouetté rond de jambe en tournant en dehors
sautillé; 13. Fouetté rond de jambe en tournant: Singles, Doubles. BONUS
EXTRAS: 1. Finis talks with Saige; 2. Saige’s Pre-Class Stretches; 3.
Saige & Her Pointe Shoes. 13 exercises. Taught by Finis Jhung.
Demonstrated by Saige Miller of The Jacqueline Kennedy Onnasis School at
The American Ballet Theatre. Music by Scott Killian. 92 mins. (2007)
DVD-Region 1.
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Barrework Level 1: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
From head to toe, Finis Jhung
gives you a fresh new view of the essential ideas of classical ballet that
will transform your physique — and your psyche. The emphasis here is on
learning ballet from the inside-out, instead of outside in. Exercises on
this video: 1. Number One; 2. Turning out, demi plié in 1st position; 3.
Isometric grand pliés, relevé; 4. Battement tendu en croix, 1st position;
5. Port de bras; 6. Battement tendu à la seconde, grand plié, relevé &
balance, 1st position; 7. Battement tendu devant & derrière, demi plié,
1st position; 8. Working the foot, attitude à la seconde, relevé in plié,
1st position; 9. Battement dégagé & attitude à la seconde, relevé &
balance; 10. Battement dégagé devant & derrière, stretches, 1st position;
11. Battement tendu en croix, demi plié, relevé & balance, 5th position;
12. Rond de jambe à terre; 13. Dégagé en croix, demi plié, 5th position,
balance cou-de-pied derrière; 14. Fondu en croix, balance retiré derrère;
15. Grand battement devant, port de bras; 16. Grand battement derrière,
tendu plie, relevé; 17. Grand battement à la seconde, demi plie. Taught by
Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Jennifer Harmer. 17 barre exercises. Music by
Scott Killian. 90 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.
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Barrework Level 2: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
As Finis Jhung often says in
class, "you either stand up, or you fall. You either balance, or you
don't. It all comes from the way you do your barrework." As you do this
carefully constructed and minutely detailed barre, Finis frequently asks
Kelley Waddell of The American Ballet Theatre (and you) to see if she can
continue doing an exercise with her hand off the barre. Sometimes, he asks
her to check and see that she’s not sitting back on her heel, because he
wants her to feel she’s always ready to move from that position. Exercises
on this video: 1. Stretches; 2. Pliés; 3. Battement tendu à la seconde,
1st position; 4. Battement tendu devant & derrière, 1st position; 5. Slow
battement tendu en croix, 5th position, stretch, relevé & balance; 6.
Quick battement tendu-dégagé; 7. Battement dégagé, relevé & balance; 8.
Circular port de bras & balance; 9. Rond de jambe à terre; 10. Petit
battement, fondu; 11. Grand battements en croix; 12. Piqué-balance, fondu,
pas de bourrée dessous; 13. Tombé-fondu-relevé. Taught by Finis Jhung.
Demonstrated by Kelley Waddell. 13 barre exercises. Music by Scott
Killian: New Ballet Music 4 — All in 3/4. 60 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.
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Centerwork Level 2: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Now that you’ve mastered the
fundamentals of classical ballet taught by Finis Jhung in Barrework Levels
1 and 2, you’ve gained a basic understanding of how to balance your
positions and movements, so you’re ready to take your first steps in
center floor with Finis and Kelley Waddell of The American Ballet Theatre.
Exercises on this video: 1. Battement dégagé à la seconde, fondu, pas de
bourrée dessous; 2. Battement dégagé à la seconde, fondu, tombé arabesque,
sous-sus; 3. Tendu devant, tombe pas de bourrée en avant; 4. En diagonale:
Tendu devant, tombé pas de bourrée en avant; 5. Passé par terre en avant,
fondu, arabesque, step back; 6. En diagonale: Passé par terre, arabesque
fondu, pas de bourrée en avant; 7. Temps lié en avant, en arrière; 8.
Développé en croix, fondus, pas de bourrées; 9. Piqué arabesque, fondu;
10. En diagonale: Piqué arabesque, fondu, chassé pas de bourrée en avant
11. En diagonale: Piqué arabesque, tombé, chassé pas de bourrée en avant;
12. Relevés & Sautés in 1st position; 13. En diagonale: Changements,
chassé pas de bourrée en avant; 14. En diagonale: Piqué arabesque, tombé
fondu derrière, pas de bourrée dessous, sous-sus, changement. Taught by
Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Kelley Waddell. 14 Center Exercises. Music by
Scott Killian: New Ballet Music 5 — “Ballet Today”. 90 mins.
(2006) DVD-Region 1.
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Barrework Level 3: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Finis Jhung and Glenn Keenan of
The New York City Ballet take you to Level 3 with barre exercises that
expand your range of movement and balance as you work from one standing
leg to the other. Certain exercises are timed to quicken the working leg
and foot, while demanding stability on the supporting side of your body,
as well as your standing leg and foot. Attention is paid to the use of
head and arm movements which help maintain balance as well as the total
look of classical ballet dancing. Exercises on this video: 1. Stretches;
2. Pliés; 3. Battement tendu à la seconde, 1st position; 4. Battement
tendu devant & derrière, flex & point, 1st position; 5. Quick battement
tendu, 1st position; 6. Slow battement tendu with demi rond de jambe, head
circles, balance, 5th position; 7. Medium battement tendu en croix, retiré,
5th position; 8. Quick battement tendu, dégagé, tendu plié, relevé &
balance, 5th position; 9. Footwork, stretches, balance, 1st position; 10.
Rond de jambe à terre, 5th position; 11. Développé, fondu, rond de jambe
en l’air, 5th position; 12. Petit battement, frappé, 1st position; 13.
Grand battement, passé, balance, 5th position; 14. Fondu relevé, attitude
& arabesque. 14 Exercises. Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Glenn
Keenan. Music by Scott Killian. 58 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.
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Barrework Level 4: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
This fourth level barrework
includes some of the exercises that students identify as a "Finis Fix,"
including his favorite barre stretch that goes from foot work to floor
stretches to arabesque pencheé to attitude-arabesque balance on relevé.
Exercises on this video: 1. Stretches; 2. Pliés with balances & stretches;
3. Battement tendu à la seconde, 1st position; 4. Battement tendu devant &
derrière with stretches, 1st position; 5. Quick battement tendu à la
seconde, devant & derrière; 6. Slow battement tendu with stretches &
balance; 7. Medium battement tendu en croix with demi plié, retiré, 5th
position; 8. Battement dégagé fermé, demi plié, balance, 5th position; 9.
Footwork, stretches, arabesque penchée, balance (attitude-arabesque); 10.
Rond de jambe à terre, grand rond de jambe à la demi hauteur; 11. Slow
fondu, rond de jambe en l’air, 5th position; 12. Quick fondu, frappé,
petit battement, 5th position; 13. Grand battement, passé, développé,
stretch, 5th position; 14. Fondu relevé with demi rond de jambe en l’air,
retiré balance. 14 Exercises. Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Saige
Miller. Music by Scott Killian. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Centerwork Level 3: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
This center class opens up a
whole new world of movement! Finis Jhung shows each exercise, Glenn Keenan
of The New York City Ballet does it, Finis analyzes and coaches, and Glenn
repeats. Exercises on this video: 1. Tendu plié, pas de bourrée dessous,
passé en arrière, port de bras; 2. Pas de bourrée dessus, dessous, tendu,
fondu arabesque, pas de bourrée en avant; 3. Fondu derrière, pas de
bourrée dessous-dessus, grand rond de jambe; 4. Fondu arabesque, pas de
bourrée dessous, pas de bourrée en tournant en dehors, fondu derrière, pas
de bourrée dessous, temps lié; 5. Pas de valse en avant & en arrière,
temps lié, tendu pose; 6. Relevé en arabesque, battement glissé, fondu
derrière, pas de bourrée dessous; 7. Pas de valse en arriére & en avant,
relevé arabesque, pas de bourrée dessous; 8. Slow relevé passé en arriére,
relevé arabesque, pas de bourrée en tournant; 9. Coupé terre à terre,
relevé passé en arriére; 10. Quick relevé passé en arriére, glissé-relevé
arabesque, pas de bourrée dessous, changements; 11. Petit pas de chat,
fondu arabesque, changement; 12. Changement, sissone simple derrière, pas
de bourrée dessous-dessus, changement; 13. Petit échappé saute, sissone
simple derrière, pas de bourrée dessous, relevé arabesque, fondu
arabesque, pose, chassé pas de bourrée en avant. 13 Exercises. Taught by
Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Glenn Keenan. Music by Scott Killian. 65 mins.
(2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Centerwork on Turns Level 4: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Ballet turns can by a mystery,
until you study this video. Ballet turns can be explained and learned.
Ballet pirouettes can be mastered. Exercises on this video: 1. Assemblé
soutenu en tournant en dedans & en dehors (half turns); 2. Assemblé
soutenu en tournant en dedans & en dehors (full turns); 3. Assemblé
soutenu en tournant en dedans, promenade en dedans en attitude, arabesque
pose, pas de bourrée en avant; 4. Assemblé soutenu en tournant en dedans,
détourné, glisser, tendu poses, promenade en dehors, demi grand rond de
jambe en l’air, fondu, pas de bourrée dessous; 5. Assemblé soutenu en
tournant en dedans, pas de bourrée en tournant en dehors, promenade en
attitude en dedans; 6. Piqué assemblé soutenu en tournant en avant,
promenade with grand rond de jambe to 4th arabesque; 7. Half turn, plié en
dehors; 8. Full turn, pirouette sur le cou-de-pied, en dehors; 9. Half
turn, pirouette sur le cou-de-pied, en dedans; 10. Full turn, pirouette
sur le cou-de-pied, en dedans; 11. Pirouette sur le cou-de-pied, en dehors,
en dedans; 12. Chassé pas de bourrée, tendu, pirouette sur le cou-de-pied
en dehors & en dedans, pas de bourrée en tournant; 13. Step-pose, pas de
bourrée, pirouette en attitude en dedans. 13 exercises. Taught by Finis
Jhung. Demonstrated by Saige Miller. Music by Scott Killian. 60 mins.
(2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Centerwork on Jumps Level 4: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
Ballet jumps are in a league of
their own, and you can learn to do them! This center class includes pas de
bourrées, échappé sauté to one foot, sissone passé derrière, glissade,
jeté, sauté, assemblé, temps de cuise, sissone fermé, and sissone ouverte.
Finis shows each exercise, Saige does it, Finis corrects her, and then
Saige repeats. Finis gives a complete breakdown of each exercise, movement
by movement, count-by-count. As you proceed from one exercise to the next,
you will find that it all makes a lot of sense, mentally and physically.
The French call it “ballon.” Let’s just say you’re going to have more
bounce to the ounce! Exercises on this video: 1. Échappé sauté, sous-sus,
tombé chassé pas de bourrée; 2. Échappé sauté to one foot, chassé pas de
bourrée; 3. Sissone passé derrière, pas de bourrée dessous, chassé pas de
bourrée; 4. Sissone passé derrière, glisser, pas de bourrée; 5. Glissade
derrière, pas de bourrée; 6. Glissade, tendu, passé par terre, pas de
bourrée; 7. Glissade, sissone passé derrière, pas de bourrée; 8. Preparing
for jeté; 9. Jeté dessus, coupé, tendu, chassé pas de bourrées; 10. Jeté
dessus, sauté derrière, coupé, tendu, passé par terre, arabesque, pas de
bourrée; 11. Glissade, jeté, coupé, passé par terre, arabesque, pas de
bourrée; 12. Assemblé dessus, sissone passé derrière, pas de bourrée; 13.
Glissade, assemblé, sissone passé derrière, pas de bourrée en tournant;
14. Temps de cuisse, sissone fermé de côté, glisser tendu, pas de bourrée;
15. Temps de cuisse, sissone fermé, glisser, arabesque, pas de bourrées;
16. Temps de cuisse, sissone fermé, sissone ouverte, pas de bourrée, jeté,
pas de bourrée, assemblé; 17. Sauté arabesque, sauté derrière, pas de
bourrée, glissade (jeté fermé). 18 exercises. Taught by Finis Jhung.
Demonstrated by Saige Miller. Music by Scott Killian. 60 mins. (2007)
DVD-Region 1.
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Centerwork on Turns & Jumps Level 5: Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Video
If you’ve never done a
pirouette, or are having trouble turning, this is for you. You begin
slowly, making half and full turns on two feet (assemblé soutenu); next,
you make a full turn slowly on a flat foot (promenade); you add movement
to the extended leg (grand rond de jambe) in another promenade; you will
identify the muscles that turn your plié; and finally you will practice
pirouettes en dehors and en dedans, concluding with a pirouette in the
attitude position. Who said you couldn’t turn? Exercises on this video: 1.
Barre practice: Turning the plié en dehors, half turn pirouette simple; 2.
Barre practice: Turning the plié en dehors, full turn pirouette simple; 3.
Chaînés turns, pas de bourrée, pirouette en dehors, port de bras; 4.
Pirouettes en dehors & en dedans, chaînés turns; 5. Grand pirouettes en
dedans: à la seconde, attitude, arabesque; 6. Fondu développé, changements,
pirouette en dedans & en dehors; 7. Assemblé porté, sissone passé, pas de
bourrée, ballotés; 8. Jeté, balloné, sauté, fondu, tombé, balloné, pas de
bourrée; 9. Sauté arabesque, chassé, assemblé, échappé, entrechat royale;
10. Piqué arabesque, chassé, grand fouetté en tournant; 11. Piqué
arabesque, tombé, glissade, grand jeté saut de chat; 12. Pas de bourrée
sauté, glissade precipitée, grand jeté saut de chat. BONUS EXTRAS 1. Finis
talks with Saige; 2. Saige’s pre-class stretches; 3. Saige & her pointe
shoes. 12 center exercises. Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Saige
Miller of The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School at The American Ballet
Theatre. Music by Scott Killian. 90 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.
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Visual Dictionary Ballet For Children Video
This 2½ hr. DVD contains a
complete visual dictionary and class for the beginner ballet student. It
is an invaluable training tool for the student just beginning ballet and
reference guide that can be used for years to come. It includes the
definitions of terminology, basic technique, movements and steps the
beginner student will need to know, with detailed visual instruction on
how to execute all of the movements, positions and steps. The class is
performed at 2 levels for beginner and advanced beginner student. As the
class is taught, the terminology of the movements and steps are recited to
help familiarize and reinforce the use of terminology in the ballet class.
The Visual Dictionary of Ballet for Children is broken down into 4
chapters: Chapter 1 - The Dictionary of Ballet Technique, includes positions of
the arms feet and body, including the basic techniques of ballet. Chapter
2 - The Dictionary of Barre Work, includes visual instruction on the execution of barre movement and steps. Chapter 3 - The Dictionary of Center Work,
includes visual instruction on the execution of steps done center floor. Chapter
4 - The Class, includes all of the steps movements and techniques from
Chapters 1,2 and 3 assembled into a class. Program creator Rosemary Boross'
dance career includes performance with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet,
Radio City Ballet, and the American Dance Machine. Visual demonstrations
by Rosemary Boross' students from The Ballet Pacifica Conservatory.
Inspiring ballet class music by Rory Foster. 155 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet with Style Video
Kathy Sullivan teaches four lively and exciting Ballet routines designed for all
levels. Using traditional Ballet steps, each dance has it’s own theatrical
flair to really showcase the dancers’ personalities. Shown in performance,
then slowly broken down in segments, the steps and style are easy to
learn! Kathy teaches Ballet and Pointe at STEPS on Broadway and is
on faculty at Barnard College and New York University. Formerly with Les Grands Ballets
Canadiens, she now choreographs in a variety of styles and her works are
frequently presented in NYC. Music from this video available on the Novelty Dance Tunes
CD. 60 mins. (2004/2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Bob Rizzo's Novelty Dance Tunes CD
A great selection of
theatrical music to add character to your dances. Inspire your creativity
with these fresh and fun selections. Included is music for Charleston,
Big Band, Honky Tonk, Patriotic March, Ragtime and many more! (2003)
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Bob Rizzo's Turns, Leaps & Bounds Video
Turns, Leaps & Bounds is a
unique collection of Ballet combinations you’ll cherish and use time and
again. Join Ballet Master David Howard as he guides you through the
absolute essential exercises for center floor work. Work on adage,
pirouettes, allegro and more! The variations are fun, easy to follow and
designed for all levels of dancers. Bonus feature: "About David Howard"
mini-biography. “I am forever indebted to David Howard for his enlightened
teaching for over twenty years. He imparts his love of dance by inviting
you to take a journey with him…you only have to want to go.” Gelsey
Kirkland. David Howard is a world-renowned teacher and coach
to professional dancers and students alike. He was a soloist with The
Royal Ballet in England and directed the David Howard Dance Center in New
York for 20 years. David teaches at Steps, Broadway Dance Center, the New
School University, The Royal Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. He
presents Teacher's Training Workshops worldwide. 75 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Bob Rizzo's All That Dance Video
With Keith Clifton. All about
variety! All about fun! A complete dance video that encompasses the best
in Jazz, Ballet and Lyrical. Never a dull moment as Keith Clifton takes
you through high energy Jazz, gorgeous Lyrical, and Ballet choreography
that’s as delicate as it is powerful. With music composed by Keith
Clifton, All That Dance will encourage dancers to tap the range and
versatility they all possess. Designed for the intermediate and advanced
dancer, the three routines are taught in segments with both front and back
views! Keith Clifton is an acclaimed dancer, teacher and choreographer
based in Los Angeles. His work includes commercials for Dr. Pepper, Wendy’s, Dodge, McDonald’s and Levis Jeans. As a musician, Keith composes
his own music and currently performs with the Clifton Drum Tap Trio. Music
from this DVD is available on the All That Dance CD below.
60 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Bob Rizzo's All That Dance CD
This CD contains the music for
Keith's warm-up and routines on the All That Dance DVD above. (2005)
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Ballet Class for Beginners with David Howard Video
An excellent learning and teaching tool especially designed by America's foremost ballet
master to introduce the beginning dance student to the technique and vocabulary of
classical ballet, with emphasis on posture, placement and movement potential. David
Howard, ballet master, teacher and coach was a soloist with the Royal Ballet and National
Ballet of Canada. He opened his world famous school on Manhattan's upper west side in
'77. Mr. Howard teaches and coaches many of the foremost dancers. 40 mins.
(2004) DVD-All-Region.
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To the Pointe Video
Former American Ballet Theatre Ballerina Michelle Benash has designed an instructional
Pointe video for all levels. Ms. Benash provides exercises and guidelines that develop
technique and strength on Pointe. Included are barre and center for Beg-Int-Adv levels and
a beautiful variation for the int/adv dancer. "This video is a must for serious
teachers and students who care about the healthy developmental approach to this demanding
art form. Michelle Benash intelligently lays the groundwork for a dancers
evolution toward a professional career." Kirk Peterson, Ballet Master,
American Ballet Theatre. 60 mins.
(2002/2005) DVD-All-Region.
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Budding Ballerinas - Pre-School Video
This imaginative class ties together
the best elements of creative movement with the structure of classical
Ballet. A great introduction for first-time students who want to study
Ballet in an enjoyable environment. Teachers will find helpful hints and
imagery that will stimulate the minds of their young dancers. BONUS
FEATURES: “How to prepare your Ballet Bun” and “Fitting your Ballet
Shoes”. 60 mins. (2004) DVD-All-Region.
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My First Pointe Shoes Video
Join Ballerina Michelle Benash for your very first
Pointe Lesson. Learn how to fit, sew and prepare your shoes before you begin. Then follow
along as Michelle teaches you a barre, center exercises and a lovely variation for the
beginner student. Makes a great gift for the aspiring Ballerina of today! Michelle Benash
teaches Ballet at the famous High School For The Performing Arts in New York City - the
school on which the film and television series "FAME" was based.
25 mins. (2005)
DVD-All-Region.
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Video Dictionary of Classical Ballet Video
This program demonstrates the complete language of
ballet with an index of over 800 ballet steps. Made in association with
the Metropolitan Opera Guild and Capezio Dancewear. 270 mins. DVD-All-Region.
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Ballet Boot Camp Video
Experience the "joy of dance" and achieve a
higher level of fitness. This exercise video unlocks the secrets of ballet dancing and
good health. This program is a unique exercise video designed to help you slim,
strengthen, tone and refine your entire body with a unique combination of traditional
ballet dancing conditioning and standard exercise techniques. Designed for dancers and
non-dancers alike, Ballet Boot Camp, when practiced regularly, produces rapid results and
yields a stronger, leaner, more refined body. 65 mins. (2000) DVD-Region 1.
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Ballet Boot Camp 2 Video
Back by popular demand, Ballet Boot Camp 2 is divided
into segments, so you do what you want - the entire video or just a few of your favorite
segments. Workout: warm-up, 16 mins.; arms 5 mins.; abs 10 mins.; core strength 6 mins.;
gluts 5 mins.; stretch 3 mins.; legs 8 mins.; ballet basics 15 mins.; choreography 13
mins. 85 mins total. (2003) DVD-Region 1.
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New York City Ballet Workout 2 Video
The exercises in NYCB
Workout 2 are somewhat more comprehensive than the original NYCB Workout,
building on your knowledge and experience. While the first NYCB Workout
gives a base technique and strengthening moves to start your fitness
routine, NYCB Workout 2 will explore new areas of ballet movement
including choreography. You will put together a phrase of steps as a
dance. (2003) DVD-Region 1.
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Ballet Workout 2 Video
Melissa Lowe, provides the viewer with
two new workouts which address the goal of achieving a lithe, supple body,
an improved carriage and the look and grace of a professional dancer. If
you desire to reshape your body, get rid of cellulite, tighten your
stomach and have the look you want, regular use of this program will help
you achieve that goal. 70 mins. (1993/2004) DVD-All-Region.
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Baby Ballet Video
A wonderful introduction for children to the world of
ballet, especially designed for ages four through six. It contains all the aspects of a
formal ballet class including a barre warm-up, stretches, center practice and across the
floor combinations. All of the movements are explained step-by-step, followed by a
performance of the steps by renowned dance teacher Rosemary Boross and her beginning
pre-school students. 30 mins. (DVD-2004) DVD-All-Region.
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A Fantasy Garden Ballet Class Video
This unique ballet class have been created especially for pre-schoolers. It associates
each of the basic ballet steps with flowers and garden animals as characters that help
children remember ballet terminology easily. The beautiful melodies and memorable lyrics
make this ballet class a fun experience for the young child! The class includes a warm-up,
stretching and strengthening exercises as well as fundamentals like basic motor skills,
rhythmics and elementary ballet steps. The center floor and across the
floor exercises will also teach young children the format of a dance
class, spatial directions and working together in groups. 40 mins.
DVD-All-Region.
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A Fantasy Garden Ballet Class II Video
By popular demand,
Rosemary Boross and Bruce Stephen Foster present the sequel to their hit
program, A Fantasy Garden Ballet Class. Pre-schoolers will love dancing
with the newest members of the Fantasy Garden including the Friendly
Frogs, Prancing Petunias, and Mr. Robin Red Breast. The beautiful melodies
and memorable lyrics make learning and practicing the exercises a fun
experience for young children. This class contains classic ballet
fundamentals being taught by Emboite Ants and Leaping Lady Bugs. Also
included is continued work on basic motor skills with Marching Marigolds
and Green, Green Galloping Grasshoppers, as well as rhythmic exercises in
The Caterpillar Circle. The pictures of these fun characters seen before
each exercise will stimulate your child’s creativity and imagination!
Program creator Rosemary Boross’ dance career includes performances with
the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, Radio City, and the American Dance Machine.
She is on the teachers training school faculties of DEA (Dance Educators
of America). She has taught CNADM (Chicago National Association of Dance
Masters) and has taught in many colleges and universities nationwide,
lecturing and teaching Master classes on “The Art of Training Children in
Dance.” 40 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.
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I'm A Ballerina Now Video
This program was created to inspire and help children realize their dreams of becoming a
dancer. It is a complete ballet class for young beginners. Lyrics are sung to beautiful
music which aid the child in remembering the dance exercises and performing them
correctly. The young dancer's dream is visualized during each exercise when a real
ballerina appears and performs the same steps which the child is working on. This is also
an excellent guide for parents looking for a dance school for their child. It shows the
types of exercises that should be a part of every ballet class. 40 mins.
(2004) DVD-All-Region.
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Classical Ballet Lesson Video Series
This extraordinary taped video series is demonstrated by
Prima Ballerina, Galina Mezentseva, a 20 year veteran of the Kirov Ballet, and written and
narrated by Peggy Willis-Aarnio, Professor of Classical Ballet at TX Tech Univ., called a
"walking ballet encyclopedia". Each video provides a concise, coherent history
of the Russian Teaching Method and of the guiding principles that make this method so
unique and effective in developing the flexibility, strength, endurance and nerve-muscle
memory, as well as the discipline and attention to detail so essential to the development
of a great Ballet Artist. Each program provides an accurate, and correct demonstration
lesson, recording the details and standards of performance for a Ballet Student in
academic ballet training with this system. Together they contain a correct, factual and
articulate record and explanation of the Ballet Training Program developed in Russia over
the past 250 years. Each video ranges in length from between one and two hours long,
and are outlined below.
One of the most significant educational ballet videos of our time. And,
Mezentseva turns a mere ballet lesson into a Work of Art!" - Olga Rozanova, Dance
Critic, Professor and Dean of the Faculty of the Ballet, Choreography and Methodology, St.
Petersburg, Russia.
A true and accurate representation of the great Russian tradition in Ballet
Schooling. Galina's demonstration is excellent!" - Askold Makarov, Honored Professor
of Ballet, Chief Executive and Artistic Director of St. Petersburg State and Academic
Ballet, Leading Soloist - Kirov Ballet (1943-1970), State Prize Winner, Peoples Artist of
Russia.
BRAVO to Professor Peggy Willis-Aarnio and Galina Mezentseva for preserving
the details of this most remarkable training program for posterity. Watching this video
program evokes fond memories of my days as a student of the great Agrippina Vaganova. A
MUST for the serious teacher and student of ballet!" - Ninel Petrova, Teacher at the
Vaganova Academy (1966-1977), Vaganova's pupil, Leading Ballerina of the Kirov Ballet
(1944-1970), Honored Artist of Russia.
Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning of Beginning Level Video
Barre, Center and Allegro. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Middle of Beginning Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - End of Beginning Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning Level Video 3-Pack
All three of the Beginning Level videos directly above, for this lower package
price. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning of Intermediate Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Middle of Intermediate Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - End of Intermediate Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Intermediate Level Video 3-Pack
All three of the Intermediate Level videos directly above, for this lower package
price. DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning of Advanced Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. (2002) DVD-Region 1.
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Classical Ballet Lesson - End of Advanced Level Video
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe.
(2002) DVD-Region 1.
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Music CDs for the Classical Ballet Lessons
Each Music CD in this series includes the Lesson Plan and Study Guide that
accompany the Classical Ballet Lesson Video Series. For use by professional teachers of
classical ballet, these CDs make a valuable addition to the music libraries of
professional ballet schools, companies and universities. Each represents a true and
accurate example of the tempo, quality and duration of the music required for each
exercise represented in the sample lesson plan included with this CD. Includes music for
Barre, Center, Allegro and Pointe. These CDs can be utilized on their own for ballet music
with or without their accompanying videos.
Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning Vol. 1
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning of Beginning Level" Video.
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Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning Vol. 2
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Middle of Beginning Level" Video.
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Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning Vol. 3
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - End of Beginning Level" Video.
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Music CDs for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning 3-Pack
All three of the Beginning Level Music CDs directly above, for this lower package
price.
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Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Intermediate Vol. 1
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning of Intermediate Level" Video.
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Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Intermediate Vol. 2
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Middle of Intermediate Level" Video.
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Music CD for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Intermediate Vol. 3
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - End of Intermediate Level" Video.
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Music CDs for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Intermediate 3-Pack
All three of the Intermediate Level Music CDs directly above, for this lower
package price.
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Music for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Advanced Volume 1 CD
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Beginning
of Advanced Level" Video. (2002)
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Music for the Classical Ballet Lesson - Advanced Volume 2 CD
For use with "Classical Ballet Lesson - Advanced of
Advanced Level" Video. (2002)
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Ocean Waves Nature Sound Relaxation CD
Soothing Sounds
Meditation aid and useful for masking unwanted sounds. Ocean waves rolling in and washing against the shore, occasional sea bird sound in the distance. A great CD to listen to while drifting off to sleep or to help mask objectionable ambient sounds in your home or business office. The wonder of nature sounds.
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Thunder and Rain Nature Sound Relaxation CD
Soothing Sounds
If you're in the mood for a nap, or just some down time, this is a great mood setter. Thunder in the distance, rain pouring off your roof. This is no violent thunderstorm but a relaxing sound of passing thunderstorms in the distance. Nature at its soothing best.
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Forest Stream Nature Sound Relaxation CD
Soothing Sounds
Fresh, clean, invigorating. Bubbling, cascading water from a mountain stream, the sound of wildlife close to the stream bank. Soothing background sounds, the music of nature.
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American Birds Nature Sound Relaxation CD
Soothing Sounds
No matter how violent the weather is outside, the mood inside is always spring and summer. The sound of a bird singing its song is wonderfully refreshing. A large variety of North American songbirds bring the outdoors, indoors. A great CD to breathe springtime into your home, no matter what the season.
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