{"product_id":"beginning-ballet-1","title":"Beginning Ballet","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet \u003c\/i\u003eand the accompanying web resource introduce students to the study of ballet as a performing art and provide instructional support in learning foundational ballet technique. Part of Human Kinetics’ Interactive Dance Series, \u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet\u003c\/i\u003e is for students enrolled in a beginning ballet class at the college, university, or high school level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features more than 80 photos and concise descriptions covering basic foot and arm positions, barre exercises, and centre combinations. \u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet\u003c\/i\u003e introduces students to the structure of a ballet class, including expectations, etiquette, and attire. Students also learn how to prepare for class, maintain proper nutrition and hydration, and avoid injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis text outlines the unique history of ballet from its beginnings in the Renaissance to the 21st century and discusses the styles, aesthetics, artists, and significant works that have shaped ballet as a performing art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the accompanying web resource presents more than 70 instructional video clips and 50 photos to help students learn and practice beginning ballet. The web resource also includes an interactive quiz, audio clips of ballet terms with pronunciation in French, and assignments. The quiz covers vocabulary of beginning ballet, definitions, and translation to and from the French language. (The web resource is included with all new print books and some ebooks. For ebook formats that don’t provide access, the web resource is available separately.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ballet class provides the foundation for learning the dance form, and \u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet \u003c\/i\u003esupports that learning through visual, verbal, and interactive instructional tools. \u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet \u003c\/i\u003etext and web resource help bring the grace, artistry, and mental and physical benefits of ballet to students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeginning Ballet \u003c\/i\u003eis a part of \u003cb\u003eHuman Kinetics’ Interactive Dance Series\u003c\/b\u003e. The series includes resources for modern dance, ballet, and tap dance that support introductory dance technique courses taught through dance, physical education, and fine arts departments. Each student-friendly text includes a web resource offering video clips of dance instruction, assignments, and activities. The Interactive Dance Series offers students a guide to learning, performing, and viewing dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gayle Kassing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31972167417988,"sku":"9781492576020","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0308\/2292\/4420\/files\/9781492576020.jpg?v=1783404688","url":"https:\/\/human-kinetics-2020.myshopify.com\/products\/beginning-ballet-1","provider":"Human Kinetics Europe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}