What is a variation in ballet?
In ballet, the term "waltz" most often refers to a specific step, commonly known as waltz turn. However, the step can also be done without a turn and may also be referred to as "waltz pas" or "pas de waltz." Waltz pas begins with a dramatic brush of the foot (the accent is on the first count), which is then proceeded by three steps. As the dancers steps into the third step, he or she turns.
Resources for Waltz pas:
Articles
"Teaching Waltz Turn" by Robin Hartley
YouTube Videos
Mastering a Waltz Turn in Ballet by Broche Ballet
Working leg. A term used by dancers and teachers to denote the leg that is executing a given movement while the weight of the body is on the supporting leg.
Grant, G. (1982). Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical Ballet (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Dover Publications.
Working Leg
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