I’ve loved ballet since I was a kid but it’s only now that something hit me – the contrast between the point work and the fluid movement of the upper body is meant to represent the graceful way a swan appears to float on the water while it’s feet are hidden beneath the surface, paddling away.
Obviously, a ballerina has to move /somehow/, but the choreography of the Dying Swan has always been about more than just movement.
Apologies, just a small epiphany there. And a glorious video clip. Thanks, Pinky.
Quite exceptional. Exquisite and mesmerising.
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I’ve been madly in love with her since I first saw her dance on one of my mother’s vhs tapes 🙂
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I must admit, a tear came to my eye as I watched.
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I’ve loved ballet since I was a kid but it’s only now that something hit me – the contrast between the point work and the fluid movement of the upper body is meant to represent the graceful way a swan appears to float on the water while it’s feet are hidden beneath the surface, paddling away.
Obviously, a ballerina has to move /somehow/, but the choreography of the Dying Swan has always been about more than just movement.
Apologies, just a small epiphany there. And a glorious video clip. Thanks, Pinky.
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Did you dance as a girl?
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Oh to move like that with such grace and fluidity! Thanks for sharing,
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I can appreciate the technical ability but I’ve never have been able to connect with ballet or opera.
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Hmm…let’s say I was taught. Calling my efforts dance is going a bit too far. 😉
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That’s the description of my whole life. I’ve been taught very much, but can do very little 😀
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lmao!!!!! I think people like us are called writers… :p
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Wonderful ! Thank you !
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