Grade 1 Flashcards
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En croix
A
In the shape of a cross
1
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Demi bras
A
Halfway arms. Halfway between bras bas and 1st position
2
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Adage
A
Slow graceful coordinated movements
3
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Glissade
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Gliding or sliding movement along the floor
4
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Changement
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To change - a changing I feet whilst in the air
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Pose
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To step - poised
6
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Temps leve
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A lifted movement - with a hop
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En face
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Facing the front (downstage)
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Balance
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To rock. A balanced step set to waltz time with an accent of the first step
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De cote
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To travel sideways
10
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A’terre
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The working foot remains on the ground
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En l’air
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In the air. The working foot is off the ground
12
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Enchainment
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Steps linked together to form a short sequence
