Grade 6 Flashcards
1
Q
What does adage mean in ballet?
A
An adage is a collection of slow, graceful, coordinated movements of the arms, legs, body, and head, performed with ease, grace, and fluidity.
2
Q
What does allegro mean in ballet?
A
An allegro is a collection of movements performed quickly and with liveliness highlighting the dancer’s speed, agility, and elevation.
3
Q
Au milleu
A
In the middle\centre
4
Q
Enchainment
A
A series of steps
5
Q
What does port de bras mean?
A
6
Q
Plier
A
to bend
7
Q
Etendre
A
to stretch
8
Q
Relever
A
to rise
9
Q
Glisser
A
to glide
10
Q
Sauter
A
to jump
11
Q
Élancer
A
to dart
12
Q
Tourner
A
to turn
