Ballet Pedagogy: The Art of Teaching

Foreword

Foreword Globalization has opened borders, innovations, thoughts, and creativity. This inspirational and fluid exchange of information has also occurred in our art form of dance, and it is very inspiring that rory foster has devoted the time and patience to comprehensively write about the art of classical ballet. rory’s background is rich and diverse. Having studied with a wide range of teachers representing different training methods, traditions, and styles, rory presents a unique perspective and an original concept of ballet pedagogy. it is lovely to see a former dancer having used the experiences of his performing career to develop into an excellent teacher. in this book, rory has passed on every aspect of the knowledge required for a successful career in the teaching field. Ballet Pedagogy contains valuable and necessary information, including teaching skills, development of a ballet class, anatomy and music for dancers , learning processes, health and injuries, and how to establish a dance school. This book is a must read for every teacher, students aspiring to teach, parents, and dancers on their way to a career. it gives straightforward information on what the dance field is like today. david Howard international Master teacher xiii ...