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| Reviewing Michele's debut as the ballerina in Balanchine's Theme & Variations at The Metropolitan Opera House in New York City, Jennifer Dunning of the New York Times said "Ms. Wiles tore through the demanding ballet like a colt, newly released and running free. . . her big open torso and appetite for space were a pleasure." This DVD shows you the "secrets." You'll be amazed when you see what Michele does in slow motion, close-up, and freeze frame. The beauty and precision of her pointe work is riveting and eye-opening. Finis analyzes all of her movements, so that you can understand and apply what you see and hear. Exercises on this video: 1. Soutenu, pas de bourrée suivi en tournant; 2. Pas de bourrée dessus - dessous, simple & en tournant; 3. Échappé, sous-sus, tombé relevé arabesque; 4. Fondu relevé développé a la seconde & quatrième devant, pas de bourrée; 5. En de hors pirouette from 4th position; 6. Châinés, balancés, piqué pirouette en dehors; 7. Continuous pirouettes from 5th position. 60 minutes. 7 center exercises, in real time and slow motion. Taught by Finis Jhung. Demonstrated by Michele Wiles. Music by Scott Killian |
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