Ballet

"Rhythmic Subjects"

Use of Energy in the Dances of Mary Wigman, Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham

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Mary Wigman, Martha Graham and Merce Cunningham are key choreographers of the 20th and 21st centuries, whose rhythmic innovations challenged established norms of energy usage in their socio-cultural contexts. This book explores their rhythmic innovations by combining discussion of cultural contexts with analysis of specific dance works. With col. illustrations. Paperback, 328 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 611g.

Author: Reynolds, Dee
ISBN: 1852731125
Publisher: Dance Books Ltd
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Tertiary Education (Us: College) Ballet

"A Dance Class Anthology"

The Royal Academy of Dance Guide to Ballet Class Accompaniment

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Contributing to the field of dance accompaniment, this title presents a selection of model musical solutions to the challenges presented by ballet classes. Every selection is annotated with an explanation of why the music was chosen, what it might be suitable for, details of title, subtitle, composer, and more. With music scores throughout. Paperback, 110 pages. Size: 295 x 210 mm. Weight: 390g.

Author: Royal Academy of Dancing
ISBN: 1904386741
Publisher: Royal Academy of Dance
Date: 2005 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Ballet

"Step-By-Step Ballet Class"

Illustrated Guide to the Official Ballet Syllabus

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A comprehensive companion for dancers of all ages, designed to help them get the most from their ballet tuition, both in and out of the studio. It provides a selection of exercises from each of the RAD's examination grades, and also discusses such topics as choice of schools and what to wear. With 225 illustrations. New ed. Paperback, 144 pages. Size: 245 x 185 mm. Weight: 328g.

Author: Royal Academy of Dancing
ISBN: 009186531X
Publisher: Ebury Press
Date: 1998 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Step-By-Step Ballet Class"

An Illustrated Guide to the Official Ballet Syllabus

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Features seven lessons that follow a young dancer's development, from basic positions and postures to more advanced levels. With illustrations (some colour). Paperback, 144 pages. Size: 243 x 182 mm. Weight: 340g.

Author: Royal Academy of Dancing
ISBN: 0809234998
Publisher: Contemporary Books Inc
Date: 2008 (United States)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Ballet

"Nureyev"

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Rudolf Nureyev, the most celebrated dancer of his age - the first true account of his life With 32pp b&w photographs. New ed. Paperback, 544 pages. Size: 195 x 130 mm. Weight: 547g.

Author: Solway, Diane
ISBN: 0753807319
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Date: 1999 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"The Real Nureyev"

An Intimate Memoir of Ballet's Greatest Hero

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Sometimes funny, sometimes shocking, yet always deeply human, this is an intimate insider story of what the man himself was really about. It combines unique first-person accounts and reminiscences of the two aspects of his life which have been veiled from public view: Nureyev the man and lover, and Nureyev the professional at work. With illustrations, (some colour ). Hardback, 224 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 788g.

Author: Soutar, Carolyn
ISBN: 1840188111
Publisher: Mainstream Publishing
Date: 2004 (Scotland)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Ballet for Dummies"

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"For Dummies" series; Covering the basics of classical ballet and sharing safe and sensible ways to try your hand (and toes) at moving through the actual dance steps, this reference shows you how to: build your appreciation for ballet from the ground up; choose the best practice space and equipment; tell a story with gestures; and speak the language of ballet. With illustrations. Rev ed. Paperback, 384 pages. Size: 233 x 189 mm. Weight: 586g.

Author: Speck, Scott Cisneros, Evelyn
ISBN: 0764525689
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date: 2003 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Queer History of the Ballet"

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Serves as a study to trace the historical connections between ballet and homosexuality. With 1 black & white line drawings. New ed. Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 138 x 216 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: Stoneley, Peter
ISBN: 0415972809
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Ballet

"Somewhere"

The Life of Jerome Robbins

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This volume is an authorised biography of choreographer Jerome Robbins, a 'made -in-the-USA genius'. With 16 b/w photo\illu(s). Hardback, 720 pages. Size: 240 x 160 mm. Weight: 788g.

Author: Vaill, Amanda
ISBN: 029784797X
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Date: 2007 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Come Dance With Me"

A Memoir, 1898-1956

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With 50 b&w illustrations. New ed. Paperback, 254 pages. Size: 216 x 135 mm. Weight: 386g.

Author: Valois, Dame Ninette De
ISBN: 0946640629
Publisher: The Lilliput Press Ltd
Date: 1992 (Ireland)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Frederick Ashton and His Ballets"

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This revised edition of Vaughan's seminal work includes a new final chapter and an updated chronology of work. It should be useful for both historians of 20th-century ballet and for lovers of Ashton's work. With ill.. 2 rev ed. Hardback, 562 pages. Weight: 1603g.

Author: Vaughan, David, Qc
ISBN: 1852730625
Publisher: Dance Books Ltd
Date: 1999 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"A Century of Russian Ballet"

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Presents the realities of being a student, dancer, choreographer or critic in Russia, from the period 1810 to 1910. With 8pp b/w illustrations. Paperback, 464 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 670g.

Author: Wiley, Roland John
ISBN: 1852731206
Publisher: Dance Books Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballet

"Dancing Through Life"

Lessons Learned on and Off the Dance Floor

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Explains that getting out on the dance floor is a powerful and empowering metaphor for living fully in different realms of life. This book aims to teach the reader that persistence is a form of beauty; if you're not willing to risk falling, you'll never learn to walk or dance; and, desire is the energy that moves us forward in dance and in life. Hardback, 256 pages. Size: 210 x 140 mm. Weight: 356g.

Author: Benevento, Antoinette
ISBN: 0312370857
Publisher: Saint Martin's Press Inc.
Date: 2007 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballroom Dancing

"Ballroom Dancing"

Step-By-Step

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An easy-to-follow handbook suitable for dancers of all ages and any level or experience. With over 360 colour photographs. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 282 x 216 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: Bottomer, Paul
ISBN: 1844762769
Publisher: Anness Publishing
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Ballroom Dancing