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Thank you for
your
interest in America ’s Ballet School.
Whether or not a dance career is
planned,
we are
dedicated to give every student the best training possible and to
bring to the community the art of dance
America’s Ballet
School’
s program was
designed to provide an increasing variety of special classes, as
pointe,
character, classical variations, stretch/strength, Pilates, partnering,
modern and flamenco; but always taking classical ballet technique as
the base.
Classical Ballet is a performing art
that
enriches
our spirits. Communicating through movement, and the evocative language
of
ballet to express yourself, is a wondrously and original experience.
Classical Dance style was handed down from Jean Georges Noverre through
Carlo Blasis to Enricco Cecchetti ( Italian School ) and from Noverre
through Johansson and August Bournonville to Gerdt and Legat ( French
School ).  Also
the terms ballet and classical dance refers to the carefully studied
analysis by Vaganova who is best remembered for her pioneering work in
establishing the world-famous Soviet ballet syllabus. The renowned
virtuosity of twentieth-century Russian ballet dancers is directly
attributable to the system she created.
The syllabus of America ’s
Ballet
School is
based on the classical Russian tradition and is enhanced by
contemporary dance forms and ideas, to enrich the life of our young
dancers by providing great teachers, choreographers and professional
performing opportunities that will leave them with wonderful memories
for years to come.
The best
training:
Classical Ballet as a Base
ABS as a professional Ballet School
concentrates on classical curriculum until the fundamentals have
become solidly fixed within the muscle memory of the nervous system.
Our goal is to establish a foundation of solid, secure ballet
technique.
The opportunity to watch and share the
stage
with
professional ballet dancers gives the students the inspiration needed
to sustain years of training. One valuable aspect of studying at ABS is
the opportunity to gain stage experience in works created specially for
them. Performing improves coordination and sharpens one’s
mind;
it also instills confidence, discipline and determination.
 Parents
are a very important part of our School and are encouraged to become
involved. We couldn’t accomplish it all without wonderful
volunteers, supporters, and financial sponsors. ABS has an open door
policy and parents may contact the school with any question they may
have. Thanks to all of you who help make the school possible.
We HOPE our dance program always
encourages
you
the best efforts, brings you much happiness and a lifelong appreciation
of this beautiful and exciting art form.
We are
looking forward to working with you in hopes of making this year not
only enjoyable but a meaningful learning experience in a positive
environment and a constructive working atmosphere. Students
who learn early that focused and persistent efforts bring noticeable
improvement and rewards in life, will develop an optimistic conviction
that all goals are attainable .
We are delighted to have your child at
ABS
and are
our priority to make sure your child’s year is productive,
and
memorable.
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