Enrico Cecchetti born in 1850 is described by many as one of the greatest ballet teachers during his time. Cecchettis technique is considered really logical and ‘establishes and codifies theoretical principles, encompasses a vast range of steps, movements qualities and dynamics’(Cronshaw, 2013). This technique is one in which Mr Needham follows during his class as he believes this technique is clean and precise whilst also pushing you technically. Throughout history Cecchetti is often remember for his teaching however he has contributed as both performer and ballet master leaving him a great legacy throughout dance. Cecchetti helped the expansion of the Ballet Russe, set a high standard for male dancing, along with creating a corps de ballet. These illustrate the artist he was during his time through to now as we still get trained in the technique. Murray, M.B. 2017, “Maestro: Enrico Cecchetti and Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes” , Dance Chronicle, vol.40, no,2, pp. 165-191
Throughout antons ballet lessons we focus mainly on vaganova however this sequence was inspired by George Balanchine as Anton believed he was the best for jump exercises. L
In my plenary, both Melissa and Anton explained I need to work on my feet to help with extension and jumps. Here is a picture of my feet now and from now on every night I will be working on my feet by using my foot stretcher and a resistance band. Working on my feet will make my tendus and extensions look better in my work.
In my feedback sessions Melissa said that I need to work on my feet, to improve extensions, tendus and other exercises. I will do this by using my foot stretcher to help improve it also use my resistance band doing exercises.
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