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First lessons in ballet
By Friedman, Lise & Schorer, Suki
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-76111-352-2
- Publisher
- New York : Workman Pub., c1999.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on April 1, 2000
Gr 5-8 While appealing on the surface, this "ballet class in a book" is seriously flawed. The spreads-with an experienced teen on one side and multiethnic beginners on the other-start with a vague discussion of warm-ups. They continue with the five positions, barre work, center work, and jumping, and conclude with brief remarks on pointe work and partnering. Although the French terms are defined in context, there is no glossary (or index). In the barre section, confusingl...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
