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Let’s Learn the Classical Ballets

In this multi-day class, students will learn and perform various excerpts from a selection of 19th century fairy tale ballets.
Ms. Emily
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(191)
Class

What's included

4 live meetings
5 in-class hours

Class Experience

Over the course of this dance workshop, students will be transported to the land of 19th century fairy tales including The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, and Cinderella. Together we will learn a brief history of each ballet, including music, movement, and origin, focusing on fun excerpts and variations from the classical productions.  

Class #1 Topic: The Sleeping Beauty
Class #2 Topic: Swan Lake 
Class #3 Topic: Cinderella  
Class #4 Topic: That’s A Wrap! 

At the beginning of each class we will start with an introduction to the topics we will cover, as well as a short ballet warm up. Each day we will learn a different character or section from these classical ballets. For the final class we will review all that we have learned for a short in-class performance! 

This workshop is intended as a fun challenge for the beginning/intermediate level and learners will follow along with the instructor at a moderate pace. Some previous ballet experience is recommended, but not necessary. Any questions or comments can be answered during class time or outside of class time.
Learning Goals
In this workshop, students will practice and perform classical variations and excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, and Cinderella, as well as learn the history behind the musical scores and origins of the ballets.
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Other Details

Parental Guidance
Please contact me in advance if you have any health or safety concerns for your learner. In this class we will move at a moderate pace together, monitoring our physical activity safely.
Supply List
Materials:
- Comfortable clothes you can move and stretch in
- Socks or ballet slippers
- An open space to dance in safely, at least a 4 ft by 4 ft square
- Water bottle 
- Notebook and pen
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
191reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello!

My name is Ms. Emily and I live in the Chicago area dancing, performing, and teaching ballet professionally. I began teaching a variety of dance classes for youth ages 3-22 over twelve years ago. From Pre-Ballet to Pre-Professional, I’ve taught it all, enjoying every step of the way. Im so grateful to Outschool for giving me the opportunity to connect with students globally and make a difference in every virtual meeting!  

My teaching style is threefold: encouraging, imaginative, and productive. I love opening the floor for questions and to further help students understand the intention, mechanics, and history  behind each step. Knowing the how’s and why’s is the key to becoming your own artist and building confidence and trust in your body. Dance is my passion and it is my hope and priority to provide a fun, mindful, and interactive learning experience for all learners and students of any age and level!

After graduating I was accepted by audition to a Chicago ballet company, where I have performed and toured the nation professionally since 2016 as a Solo Artist. During this time I have also directed a pre-professional program geared towards advancing the serious student, teaching a variety of classes nation-wide, choreographing, and coordinating performance opportunities in both community spaces and professional stages. 

In addition to this I am professionally certified in Progressing Ballet Technique and have an extensive background in the study of beginning thru advanced ballet, pre-pointe, and pointe work, as well as experience in teaching modern, jazz, improv, and choreography. You name it, I teach it! I am dedicated to furthering my own knowledge daily to best help your student succeed. 

Above all my desire is to offer high quality training in an accessible and modern-age environment. I also believe one-to-one mentoring in the arts is important and should be affordable and available to everyone. I’m dedicated to helping bring small and low-income communities professional training to the comfort and convenience of your own home. In addition to this, online classes can be a perfect supplement to your weekly training - Enjoy the benefits of multiple teachers and perspectives! My classes are short and sweet, designed to be supplemental to the training your student already receives. For a full list of classes offered, please reach out to me directly to get started. *I am happy to provide more information regarding financial aid, private class opportunities, and how to best supplement your in-person training with online classes.*

In my free time I like to explore the city of Chicago, travel the world, and spend time baking, cooking, and trying new recipes.

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$80

for 4 classes
2x per week, 2 weeks
75 min

Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-10 learners per class

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