The Program
The Music and the Mirror Balletcenter
West dance program, specializing in ballet, is one designed to guide
students from their very first acquaintance with dance through a
full course of study. Our system of instruction inspires dedication,
demands both discipline and a high standard of achievement, and
instills a love of the arts and music, all in an atmosphere of love
and encouragement.
The Studio accepts students,
ages 3 to 7 1/2 years old, to its Creative Movement pre-ballet classes
and from there guides them through to the pre-professional level.
The curriculum is based on the French and Vaganova teaching methods
in an effort to familiarize the students with the differing styles
and terminology. The program has been carefully organized to increase
the students' technical skills and stamina with a special emphasis
on technique, placement, line, and style.
The Studio reaches out
to the young student who aspires to be a dancer, training not only
the muscles but the mind, and remembering always that the stars
of tomorrow are the children of today.
At the same time, the
Studio acknowledges that not every one of the students will pursue
a career in dance, and to this end has structured the classes to
demand concentration and discipline, qualities which will serve
the students throughout their lives.
Adult classes are geared
to all levels of proficiency, from absolute beginners to those who
have had some training, even if years ago. Added to the joy of movement
are the benefits of a very efficient form exercise which tones muscles,
increases flexibility, and develops coordination and grace. Ballet
class can be the perfect antidote for desk-bound days.
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