{"product_id":"experiencing-the-art-of-pas-de-deux-paperback","title":"Experiencing the Art of Pas de Deux - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJennifer C. Kronenberg\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eCarlos M. Guerra\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An insightful read from one of the ballet world's most beloved married couples \"--Melinda Roy, former principal dancer, New York City Ballet \"Wonderfully complete and instructive, written by two artists who have lived what they write about and are sharing their life experience from a deep and very human viewpoint. Bravo \"--Donald Mahler, former director, Metropolitan Opera Ballet \"Perfect for inspiring dancers who want to learn more about the art of partnering.\"--Lauren Jonas, cofounder and artistic director, Diablo Ballet \"An effective and lively resource to add to a dancer and teacher's partnering skills toolkit.\"--Dean Speer, author of \u003ci\u003eOn Technique\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, the \u003ci\u003epas de deux\u003c\/i\u003e was designed as an interlude during longer ballets and showcased a ballerina's skills. The male was a guide to her movements and steps, an unwavering extension of the ballerina. Today the \u003ci\u003epas de deux\u003c\/i\u003e occupies a central role in dances and the reliance on a male's strength has given way to endless modifications. Respect, patience, intuition, and awareness are just as significant as technique and the best partners communicate through breath, eye contact, and musical cues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eExperiencing the Art of Pas de Deux\u003c\/i\u003e, professional dance couple Jennifer Carlynn Kronenberg and Carlos Miguel Guerra demystify the physical, emotional, and artistic intricacies that allow two to dance as one. They examine key components often overlooked in classes and textbooks, such as how to build and maintain the connections necessary for a trusting and successful team. Illuminating \u003ci\u003epas de deux\u003c\/i\u003e work from both male and female perspectives, they detail the specific responsibilities of each partner. Step-by-step instructions are provided for proper posture, lifts, promenades, turns, and even dance conditioning--and QR code-accessible videos provide brief demonstrations of new and complex movements. Each chapter also includes personal anecdotes, offering a rare and intimate look at how partners can support one another and discover the inner workings of the finest and most memorable dances.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eJennifer Carlynn Kronenberg\u003c\/b\u003e is a former principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet. She has conducted master classes for Ballet Chicago and Ballet de Monterrey, among other companies and schools. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eSo, You Want to Be a Ballet Dancer?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003eCarlos Miguel Guerra\u003c\/b\u003e is a former principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet. He studied and worked with Fernando Alonso in Cuba, Ivan Nagy in Chile, and Edward Villella in Miami.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJennifer Carlynn Kronenberg\u003c\/b\u003e is former principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet. She has conducted master classes for Ballet Chicago and Ballet de Monterrey, among others. She has written several books on dance, including \u003ci\u003eSo, You Want to be a Ballet Dancer?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003eCarlos Miguel Guerra\u003c\/b\u003e is former principal dancer for the Miami City Ballet and studied with Fernando Alonso in Cuba, Ivan Nagy in Chile, and Edward Villella in Miami.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.3 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 13, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52710215745843,"sku":"9780813062921","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/dkVRRHNDbTgzYTh5ZGFWOVppUzMrdz09.webp?v=1763485330","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/experiencing-the-art-of-pas-de-deux-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}