To The Pointe
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| Rating | : | 4.97 (584 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B006S64VUA |
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| Number of Pages | : | 394 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-02-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Written for ballet students who aspire to dance on pointe, "To The Pointe" answers many basic questions about when and how to begin pointe work. Topics include: the history of pointe, how to know if you're ready, how to select and fit your first shoes, how to sew and prepare them for wearing, what dancing on pointe should feel like, how to deal with foot problems, and shoe modifications that can make the pointe experience more satisfying. When used as a supplement to instruction by a knowledgeable and conscient
brief look Nancy C. Bloom This was a fun read, however as a retired professional ballet dancer, I was hoping for a bit more detail on how the methods for customizing and first hours on a pair of pointe shoes works. Each dancer and each pair of shoes is unique. This was a good "first sh. "Great Read" according to Andrew. I think that it is a great guide for girls who have had some experience on pointe, however I think beginners should ask a professional teacher for advice before changing their shoes. Otherwise, a great book, it had some great toe preserving ideas that help wit. "magical pointe shoes" according to Tolya. Small book quite informative, accurate advice and good photos helping to understand how to sew, how to tie ribbons. A must for ballerinas.