Bussell, Darcey.

The young dancer / Darcey Bussell with Patricia Linton. - 1st American ed. - New York : Dorling Kindersley, 1994. - 64 p. : col. ill ; 29 cm.

Includes index and glossary.

Basic positions -- Pliés and relevés -- Battement tendu -- Battement fondu -- Stretching and strengthening -- Arabesques -- Pirouettes -- Pas de deux -- Mime and makeup -- The performance -- Choreography.

Elem. School Library Collection. Wilson's Children. Wilson's Junior High School.

Explains, through photographs and text, the importance of mastering basic steps early and then building your strength slowly so that you can dance without risking injury. Includes lots of fascinating information on ballet companies, addresses, and a glossary to explain special ballet words.

6.9. 6.9 Follett Library Resources. 3-6 Follett Library Resources.

1564584682 : $15.95

93036790


Ballet dancing--Juvenile literature.
Ballet dancing.
Ballet dancers.

GV1787.5 / .B88 1994

792.8