The Encyclopedia of World Ballet
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The Encyclopedia of World Ballet is a comprehensive guide to the world's most renowned ballets. It features detailed descriptions of over 1,000 ballets, from the classics to contemporary works. This encyclopedia is a must-have for any ballet enthusiast or professional.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 27465 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 483 pages |
The encyclopedia is organized alphabetically by ballet title. Each entry includes the following information:
- A brief synopsis of the ballet
- The composer of the music
- The choreographer of the ballet
- The date of the ballet's premiere
- The original cast of the ballet
- A critical analysis of the ballet
The Encyclopedia of World Ballet is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ballet. It is a comprehensive guide to the world's most renowned ballets and provides detailed information on each ballet's history, music, choreography, and critical reception.
The History of Ballet
Ballet is a form of dance that originated in Italy in the 15th century. It was originally performed by noblemen and women as a form of entertainment. In the 17th century, ballet was introduced to France, where it became a popular form of court entertainment. The first professional ballet company, the Paris Opera Ballet, was founded in 1661.
In the 18th century, ballet began to spread throughout Europe. It became a popular form of entertainment in Russia, where it was influenced by the country's folk dances. In the 19th century, ballet was introduced to the United States, where it quickly became a popular form of entertainment.
Today, ballet is performed all over the world. It is a popular form of dance for both professionals and amateurs. There are many different styles of ballet, including classical ballet, romantic ballet, and contemporary ballet.
The Elements of Ballet
Ballet is a complex art form that requires a combination of physical strength, flexibility, and grace. The basic elements of ballet include:
- Point work: Dancing on the tips of the toes
- Turns: Rotating on one or both feet
- Jumps: Leaping into the air
- Balancé: Balancing on one leg
- Port de bras: Moving the arms
These basic elements are combined to create a variety of different dance steps and sequences. Ballet dancers must have a strong understanding of the basic elements of ballet in order to perform complex dance routines.
The World's Most Famous Ballets
There are many different ballets that have become famous around the world. Some of the most famous ballets include:
- Swan Lake by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- The Sleeping Beauty by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Giselle by Adolphe Adam
- Don Quixote by Ludwig Minkus
- Romeo and Juliet by Sergei Prokofiev
These ballets are all considered to be masterpieces of the ballet repertoire. They are performed by ballet companies all over the world and are enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
The Encyclopedia of World Ballet is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ballet. It is a comprehensive guide to the world's most renowned ballets and provides detailed information on each ballet's history, music, choreography, and critical reception.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 27465 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 483 pages |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 27465 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 483 pages |