제 42회 SOMATIC BALLETⓇ PEDAGOGY WORKSHOP
taught by Na-ye Kim (Prof. of Dance at SungKyunKwan Univ.)
Date : A.M.10:00~P.M.12:00 July 5(Mon), 2021
Place : Studio 1(#62201), SungKyunKwan University
Theme : Cecchetti Method
Goal : Deeper understanding of the differences between Cecchetti Method and other classical ballet through the embodiment
Contents :
1. Who is Enrico Cecchetti (1850-1928)
2. Flow of“Port de Bras”between the various positions
- 5 Positions of the Feet
- Positions of the Arms
- 5 Arabesques
- 8 Directions of the Body
- 7 Movements in Dancing
- 8 Imaginary Fixed Points
- Exercises on Port de Bras (Ex.Ⅰ-Ⅷ)*
Notes :
1. Natural turnout based on a natural range of motion.
(Not to force the turnout of their feet!)
2. Never use a mirror in order to ascertain your appearance. (p. 35)**
3. Take heed and avoid the use of mirrors. (p. 36)**
4. Do not look at your feet during the execution of a movement. (p. 36)**
* https://youtu.be/SehVBcrhOXY
** Beaumont, C. and Idzikowski, S. (1975). A Manual of the Theory & Practice of Classical
Theatrical Dancing(Méthode Cecchetti). New York, NY: Dover Publications, Inc.