| • 100 Lessons in Classical Ballet Music CD - Elena Balyakhova
Direct from Russia and the Vaganova Choreographic School, this is a double length compact disc with 29 repeated solo piano melodies created for a complete ballet class. Elena Balyakhova is a pianist from this famous school in Russia, and this is the music used for the Vaganova method of teaching. This CD offers a collection of original and classical music without singing or vocal instructions. 29 repeated solo piano melodies on this CD
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| • 25th Anniversary Music CD - Douglas Corbin
A double length compact disc with 24 repeated solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class. It offers a unique collection of familiar, classical, and original music without singing or vocal instructions. This album honors David Howard and the quarter of a century of his teaching ballet in the United States. Douglas Corbin has created original melodies and also included musical themes from Gounod, Gershwin, Carmichael, and Mozart among others. You can Pas de Basque to Happy Birthday and Reverence to Auld Lang Syne. 24 repeated bands of solo piano music
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| • Adagio And Other Dances Music CD - Lynn Stanford
A single length compact disc with 10 unrepeated solo piano melodies for ballet, lyrical, and modern choreography. It offers a unique collection of original music without singing or vocal instructions. If you ever wanted Lynn Stanford personally sitting in your studio, this is the album for you. This non-traditional release contains 10 super-long unrepeated bands of original music. Each selection is described in classroom terms; however, here is music for an extended center combination or a variation. This is introspective, thoughtful music for lyric, modern or ballet choreography
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| • Another Great Class Music CD - David Howard and Lynn Stanford
A double length compact disc with 26 repeated solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class. It offers a unique collection of original music without singing or vocal instructions. David Howard and Lynn Stanford. Considered the definitive example of the collaboration of Lynn and David. The 26 repeated bands of music include Slow Tendu in 1st, Pique with Plie, and a Pas de Cheval/Degage combination. Center includes a Polonaise and a Mazurka plus five allegros in 2/4 and 6/8. Lynn's improvisational music will inspire you to devise new combinations and variations
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| • Ballet Elite Music CD
A new approach to music for ballet class. This compact disc is ORCHESTRATED! The main instrument is piano which is accompanied by an assortment of different string and wind instruments. Each piece starts with a four count introduction and contains an even number of measures. The thirty seven unrepeated selection offer at least two different melodies for each exercise. This compact disc contains fifty four minutes of familiar and original music for barre, center and variations
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| • Ballet Fantastique Music CD
This second compact disc contains forty unrepeated tracks of original orchestrated compositions. The eleven variations at the end of this ballet class are all around two minutes in length which is perfect for a performance solo. Some variations are in the style of great composers like Debussy, Grieg and Delibes while others are simply a polonaise, adagio, or coda. There are at least two tracks of music for each exercise at the Barre or in the center. All of the melodies on this compact disc are original compositions so there will not be a song you have heard before. What a break from the standard music played in ballet class
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| • Ballet Lesson Music CD - Nancy Bielski and Jonah Speidel
This double length compact disc by Nancy Bielski & Jonah Speidel contains 27 repeated solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class. It offers a unique collection of familiar and classical music without singing or vocal instructions. This collection of classical and familiar melodies is perfect for any level of ballet class. Nancy Bielski is a master teacher in New York City and has worked with Jonah Speidel in company classes with American Ballet Theater and in several other dance classes. They have created a wonderful working relationship which is illustrated in this CD. There is plenty of music for barre and center work with an extra tango track at the end of the class. This music is very inspiring and fun to dance to. All the music for the barre is repeated
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| • Ballet of Today Music CD - David Howard and Steven Mitchell
Teachers and students are demanding more variety in the music for ballet class. The original compositions and familiar songs on this album respond to this demand and are also examples of the wide range of music that can be used in the teaching of ballet. David Howard and Steven Mitchell first worked together at the Boston Ballet when David was a guest teacher at the conservatory and Steven was the principle pianist. This recording is a result of that enjoyable experience and is their contribution to Ballet of Today. This double record set contains thirty original and familiar solo piano melodies for an intermediate ballet class. All the music begins with a four count introduction. At the Barre, each selection ends with a long balance and in the center the selections are extra long to allow for several groups of dancers. All the bands are repeated
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| • Ballet Technique Class Vol. 1 Music CD - Marina Stolyar
Appropriate for all levels and pointe work in the Russian method, this double length compact disc features twenty-eight melodies from Tchaikovsky, Minkus, Drigo, Delibes, Donizetti, Gounod, Lovenskjold, Glinka, and Verdi, arranged by Marina Stolyar. This solo piano music for a master class was created to follow the style Julius Plaht developed for teaching the Vaganova method of ballet training. The twenty eight repeated original and classical melodies are the perfect length for the barre and center with an extra long track for the Grand Allegro
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| • Ballet Technique Class Vol. 2 Music CD - Marina Stolyar
Appropriate for all levels and pointe work, this double length compact disc features twenty-seven melodies from Adam, Bach, Carreno, Drigo, Gounod, Gribovedov, Hertel, Levitsky, Minkus, and Stolyar. This second volume of solo piano music for the Plaht style of teaching ballet contains twenty seven repeated selections of classical music and original compositions. The long selections and easy to follow tempos have a clear beat and are performed with great energy in a big Russian style
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| • Ballet Technique Class Vol. 3 Music CD - Karl Moraski
This double length compact disc features new solo piano music by Karl Moraski for a complete ballet class. The twenty-seven original melodies and rhythms are easy to follow and count. The music for each exercise sounds like the movement used in the exercise which is very useful in training young dancers. Some selections are jazzy while others sound more classical. Each piece is repeated and clearly organized
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| • Ballet Technique Class Vol. 4 Music CD - Marina Yeremeyeva
Russian pianist Marina Yeremeyeva offers a collection of twenty-nine solo piano improvisational melodies played in a careful delicate style. These classical compositions are arranged by Vladimir Issaev for a complete barre and center. All selections at the barre include the familiar two count ending for placing the hand off the barre into fifth position. Designed for the Vaganova method of teaching, this music can be used for every level of ballet class. These repeated shorter tracks are perfect for single repetitions of exercises
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| • Behind Barres Vol. 1 Revised Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
In this revised edition, nine center selections have been doubled in length to accommodate more repetition in class. This double length compact disc contains 25 unrepeated extra long bands of solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class by Judy Rice & Paul Lewis. This 64 minute ballet class offers two different tracks for most exercises in the center and extra long selections at the barre. The music of many different composers like Bach, Glazunov and Tchaikovsky are mixed with several russian melodies. It offers a unique collection of familiar and classical music without singing or vocal instructions
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| • Behind Barres Vol. 2 Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
This second volume of twenty-nine different melodies for ballet class builds a dancer’s endurance and allows the teacher total freedom in the classroom. The tendus have 192 counts which then repeat for another 192 counts at a faster tempo. The entire track is seven and one half minutes long, a record length in music for Barre exercises. Most of the tracks are repeated at a faster tempo without a pause. Melodies by Minkus, Ravel and many other composers are offered on this 70 minute double length compact disc
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| • Behind Barres Vol. 3 Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
The third volume in this series offers twenty-nine different melodies for ballet class. The CD starts with a pre-Plie stretch and ends with several Grand Allergos and variations for men and women. Each selection is labeled with a tempo description like moderate, bright, slow, and fast. Every piece is extra-long and many of them are repeated or played a little faster or slower the second time. All the music on this seventy-three minute compact disc is by familiar composers like Drigo, Joplin, Tchaikovsky, and Minkus
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| • Behind Barres Happy Holidays Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
This holiday CD offers sixteen selections of all your favorite Christmas and Hanukkah songs and carols. Several selections from Nutcracker as well as traditional songs like First Noel and We Wish You A Merry Christmas are combined with Hanukkah favorites like Maor Tzur and the Dreidl Song. The unrepeated tracks on this twenty-six minute compact disc are arranged for a short ballet class with nine exercises at the Barre and seven in the center. 26 minutes of music
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| • Behind Barres Vol. 7 Double Length Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
A delightful collection of arias and overtures from famous operas perfect for any ballet class. Directed by Judy Rice, this compact disc contains extra long tracks of music for several groups in the center or many repetitions at the barre. Paul Lewis has presented these favorite melodies in an exciting style by using his excellent technique. Bizet, Tchaikovsky and Strauss are just a few of the many composers represented in these 23 unrepeated solo piano melodies. The two Petite Allegros and two Grand Allegros are very inspiring
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| • Behind Barres Vol. 8 Double Length Music CD - Judy Rice and Paul Lewis
This compact disc contains a fun assortment of 19 different melodies from the world of television. Paul Lewis performs these extra long unrepeated solo piano tracks in a playful style. He has chosen some of the most familiar melodies of all times. Classic TV themes from “Mr. Ed”, “I Dream of Jeannie” and “The Addams Family” are combined with music from more recent shows so there is something for every age group. Judy Rice has compiled these great tunes into an intermediate ballet class complete with two marathon Tendu combinations. What better music to use to get your kids involved in the class
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| • Best of the Best Ballet Class Music CD - E. Laura Housmann
These extra long tracks of solo piano music offer the best melodies from the best ballets. Paquita, Le Corsaire, Sleeping Beauty and Giselle are just a few of the many ballets that are represented in this very useable CD. Each track at the barre is repeated and the melodies in the center are double length for several groups and long exercises. The track for the turns across the floor is a record 256 measures long. These easy to follow arrangement are perfect for any level of study
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| • Both Sides Double Length Ballet Music CD - Whit Kellogg
"Both Sides" without stopping at the barre and several repetitions in the center is the way Paul Boos teaches ballet class. Whit Kellogg performs these original, popular, and classical melodies to accommodate this style of teaching. A wonderful mixture of musical styles are found on the compact disc for example: Cabaret, Ain't Misbehavin', Madama Butterfly and Faust, just to name a few
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| • Celebration Ballet Class Music CD - Tim Grundmann
These twenty eight repeated original and familiar piano solos are arranged for a complete ballet class as a celebration of dance. Tim Grundmann has incorporated several different styles of music into this CD. This music gives the dancers a great feeling of freedom which shows in their dancing. Clever improvisations keep the music interesting. Some selections have a 'supper club' sound. All are very inventive. This CD is perfect for any intermediate ballet class
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| • Class at 6:15 Double Length Ballet Music CD - Lynn Stanford
Lynn Stanford's music captures the essence of David Howard's teaching. Piano arrangements of Singin' In The Rain, Begin the Beguine, Down Mexico Way, Sentimental Journey, and 20 other familiar songs are arranged for an intermediate ballet class. "Class at 6:15" is a universally popular time for older youth and adults to study ballet
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| • Class in the City Single Length Ballet Music CD - Lynn Stanford
Lynn Stanford created these 24 solo piano melodies in live recording sessions held in New York City. The two count introductions and the short compositions are perfect for a quick Barre and Center or a Pointe class. Repeated tracks of original solo piano melodies for a complete Barre & Center without vocal instructions are presented in an easy to follow style
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| • Master Class Vol. 5 Ballet Music CD - Elisabeth Platel
This CD is designed by Elisabeth Platel, a former principal ballerina with the Paris Opera Ballet. The music is designed for a master class containing barre and center exercises with several tracks repeated at the barre. The energetic original music is perfect for many different exercises. Containing several codas, long grand allegros, and music for pointe work, this CD is suitable for any ballet class. Much of this CD is very fast - a good workout
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| • Dance Arts Production Vol.10 Ballet Music CD - Lauren Choukroun
This tenth addition by Laurent Choukroun displays the pianist in a playful mood. Fun arrangements of familiar melodies like ‘Chop Sticks’ and ‘Who Cares’ are mixed with inspiring original melodies to make a perfect ballet class CD. Each exercise is repeated by a longer track for the same exercise which makes this CD as versatile as possible. So no matter if you give short exercises or long ones there is music on this CD for you to use. The seventeen tracks for the center offer music for pointe work as well as big jumps and beats
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| • A Dancer's Class Ballet Music CD - David Howard and Dmitry Polischuk
David Howard presents a new compact disc of original and familiar solo piano melodies played by Dmitry Polischuk. The music is arranged into Barre and Center exercises with the music for the Barre exercises repeated in the same track. The fourteen melodies for the Center exercises include five Allegros, two pirouettes, as well as music for pointe work and men steps. This inspiring music makes dancers want to dance and the careful selection and arrangement of the music makes this CD the perfect "Dancer's Class".
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| • The Ballet Class CD - LA Classe de Danse Classique - Sylvain Durand
Direct from the Paris Opera Ballet "LA Classe De Danse Classique" by Sylvain Durand is a treasure chest of original compositions in the style of Lynn Stanford's playing. Laurent Queval is a soloist dancer at the Paris Opera Ballet where Sylvain Durand is the main accompanist. This CD is a sample of what a ballet class is like at the famous Opera house. Each selection is repeated by a slightly different arrangement of the same melody. The thirty nine different tracks actually contain a total of seventy eight different selections. These jazzy pieces (swing style - no classical sounds) on this single sixty seven minute compact disc are perfect for any intermediate to professional ballet class
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| • The Ballet Class Vol. 2 CD - LA Classe de Danse Classique 2 - Sylvain Durand
This title is what you are looking for in a change of pace in the ballet classroom. Sylvain Durand has inserted lots of jazz music into this 76 minute compact disc. Designed for a complete ballet class by Laurent Queval, each barre exercise has two different compositions and the center has several selections for turns and jumps. The thirty nine big sounding improvisations are occasionally accompanied by percussion or accordian and at times Sylvain gets carried away and bangs on the piano. There is great energy in his playing which is very exciting to dance to. This title is not for the 'faint at heart' but perfect to liven things up
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| • Music for Ballet Class Double Length CD - David Howard and Douglas Corbin
During their more than 15 years of creative collaboration, pianist Douglas Corbin and ballet teacher David Howard have developed an exquisite understanding of the relationship between music and dance. This double-length album of solo piano music presents the essence of their creative work for the ballet class. Douglas Corbin creates a varied flow of 46 melodies and rhythms, holding the dancer's attention. He has chosen themes largely from his own compositions, adding touches from the classics, jazz, and popular songs with no vocal instruction. David Howard's notes and ideas can be seen directly in the hour-long video, "Visual Notes", in which he teaches two students using all the music contained on the album
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| • Etudes en Danse CD - Michele Goritz
This first CD by Michele Goritz contains a loosely structured combination of classical melodies for a variety of dance steps. Organized by Maralyn Miles, it offers several selections for small jumps and grand battements with many selections for the barre. Miss Goritz has performed for many ballet companies both in the classroom and on stage. The piano has a vibrant "live" quality. You will feel as if you are listening in a performance hall. Her playing on this CD is truly a unique performance that will make anyone want to dance
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| • Everydancer Double Length Ballet Music CD - Lynn Stanford
Solo piano with Lynn Stanford. 19 extra-long repeated bands of lilting melodies and easy-to-follow rhythms in Lynn's unique improvisational style. Especially interesting are the Petit/Grand Battement combination music, the Tango, and Spanish Allegro. The Grand Allegro/Big Waltz makes you want to dance
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| • Favorites Double Length Ballet Music CD - Douglas Corbin and David Howard
This album features original, familiar, and classical solo piano music played in a flowing and zestful style by Douglas Corbin. It is designed for David Howard's favorite combinations of movements. Balances at the end of a barre sequence, Pas de Cheval is repeated in a faster tempo, Reverence includes jumps, are just examples of the 23 repeated bands. Three petite allegro selections, two pirouette bands, and thrilling traveling turns are also included
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| • Firmare Ballet Class Music CD - Tatyana Featherman
Firmare is another fine recording for ballet class by Whitefeather Productions. This CD contains many folk tunes and melodies from famous ballets. The spirited playing by Tatyana Featherman is full of energy that makes dancers want to dance. The extra long unrepeated tracks of music are created for both sides at the barre and large groups in the center. The class finishes with nine different allegro melodies which are perfect for any variety of exercises. This easy to follow music is suitable for any level of study. 31 tracks in all
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| • First Take Single Length Ballet Music CD - Lynn Stanford
Lynn Stanford’s numerous recording sessions offer a fascinating look at how this musician composed his wonderful music. The process would usually start with the suggestion of a dance step. If the project included a dance teacher, they would be present at the recording session and offer the dance suggestion.
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| • Inspirations Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
It is vital for dancers at all ages and all levels to be exposed to and inspired by beautiful music; especially in ballet class. Quality and variety is the key, which is why I have provided a number of choices for many exercises. The occasional use of orchestral instruments also adds a little spice to the class music atmosphere, whether it be gentle string accompaniment in adage work, or more colourful, if not humorous treatment (eg 2nd version of Wedding Day at Troldhaugen). Most selections are 4 phrases long
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| • Sensations Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
As a complementary selection to Inspirations, the first CD in this series, I have chosen here music that reflects contrasting moods and feelings. At one moment, dance is supremely graceful and as light as air. In the next, it is passionate, powerful. I hope these pieces will inspire dancers to explore and experience a multitude of sensations. Most selections are four phrases long
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| • Celebrations Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
This new CD celebrates love, heroism, great events, memories and festivals. It also celebrates new music. I am delighted to include some pieces by Australian composer Ma Howlett. Howlett's Stimmung IV is a hauntingly beautiful piece that will inspire dancers to explore self expression through movement. By including this beautiful piece for improvisation, I hope to encourage dancers to celebrate their artistry and musicality. Most selections are four phrases long.
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| • Nations Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
Today, dance is enriched by multicultural influences, and each artist brings to a performance her or his own cultural experience. This fourth CD in the series transports you to many countries, all of which have made stimulating and vibrant contributions to dance. I am sure you will enjoy this selection, and the images of distant lands and peoples of many nations that it conjures
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| • Passions Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
This selection of music evokes many tales inspired from the depths of human passion. From the love tragedies of Petrouchka, Romeo and Juliet, and Carmen, to the melancholy mood of Gershwin's searingly hot Summer Time. Here are tunes from Mozart's saucy operas of passion and love, and Verdi's cry of vengeance with the sword from Il Trovatore. Arguably most passionate of all composers, Beethoven gives a beautiful melody from his Pastoral Symphony to refresh the human spirit by reflecting on the beauty of nature. So, awaken your feelings and take a passionate journey from Jealousy to True Love with Passions
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| • Emotions Ballet Class Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
Expressing emotions through movement is fundamental to a dancer's artistry. In this selection, I've chosen music to evoke a range of emotions from energetic joy to quiet contemplation of feelings
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| • Classical Pas de Deux Vol. 1 Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
The tempo of the music is vital to a dancer's performance. This CD provides different versions of pas de deux in Giselle and Don Quixote - varying in terms of speed. I've included the tempi of these classic pieces that are most commonly required by dancers and artistic directors. These recordings cater for dancers of all ages and levels of technique, with the aim of enabling young dancers with developing ability to work at a level that suits them. I hope you enjoy dancing these masterpieces. Music from Giselle and Don Quixote
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| • Classical Pas de Deux Vol. 2 Music CD - Nigel Gaynor
The tempo of music is vital to a dancer's performance. This CD provides different versions of the pas de deux from Swan Lake in terms of tempi and the music selections. I've included versions of excerpts that are most commonly required by dancers and artistic directors. These recordings cater for dancers of all ages and levels of technique, enabling young dancers with developing ability to work at a level that suits them. I hope you enjoy dancing Tchaikovsky's magical score. Music from Swan Lake
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| • Apres le Plie Ballet Class Music CD - Lisa Harris
Lisa Harris Music for Ballet Class. A double length compact disc with 55 repeated solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class. It offers a unique collection of original and familiar music without singing or vocal instructions
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| • Arabesque Ballet Class Music CD - Lisa Harris
Lisa Harris Music for Ballet Class. A double length compact disc with 49 repeated solo piano melodies for a complete ballet class. It offers a unique collection of original and familiar music without singing or vocal instructions
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