Teaching Classical Ballet

by John White

Book Overview

From his experience of 40 years in ballet as a student, performer, ballet master, and dedicated teacher, John White offers this work of inspiration and step-by-step instruction on the art and craft of teaching classical dance.

Stressing excellence in both the creative and the practical aspects of teaching, White discusses what it means to be a "master teacher"-someone with both a deep love for dance and an appreciation for the grandeur of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 081301395X
• ISBN13: 9780813013954
• Release Date: April 1996
• Publisher: University Press of Florida
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great.

This is a great book for both teachers and students who want to know more about the Vagonova school. It reads like a manual and it a great book to have around.

Wonderfull

Teaching Classical Ballet is a book wich all ballet teachers and dancers need to read. As a RAD Ballet Teacher I really recommend it !!!

Excellent Reference Tool!

Mr. White has written an excellent book that no teacher should be without. I found that I agreed with him on so many issues facing teachers in the ballet world today, and immediately sought further studies with him regarding the Vaganova method. After my studies with him, I have carried his book in my bag as an excellent reference tool. The photographs of the basic positions and poses are excellent. The content covers many aspects of establishing a ballet school, including how to build the floor, the stereo equipment, etc. I highly recommend this book to all ballet teachers! A must read! Thank you Mr. White!