Basic Principles of Classical Ballet

by Agrippina Vaganova

Paperback, 1946

Status

Available

Call number

792.82

Collection

Publication

Dover Publications (1946), Edition: Revised, Paperback, 171 pages

Description

Discusses all basic principles of ballet, grouping movement by fundamental types. Diagrams show clearly the exact foot, leg, arm, and body positions for the proper execution of many steps and movements. Offers dancers, teachers, and ballet lovers information often difficult to locate in other books. 118 illustrations.

User reviews

LibraryThing member the1butterfly
Vanganova is who we based our ballet on at MHC when I took ballet one. I think she's awesome, and this is a great book for anyone interested in ballet. It is perfect for beginners- it is explains everything clearly. I'm rather fond of the little skirted ballerina illustrations throughout.

Language

Original publication date

1948

Physical description

175 p.; 8.38 inches

ISBN

0486220362 / 9780486220369

UPC

800759220366
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