Zoe Anderson

The Ballet Lover's Companion

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ISBN 13:
9780300223415
author:
Zoe Anderson
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Yale University Press Reprint edition
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
14.5 x 2.8 x 22.6 cm
Genre:
Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles, Zoe Anderson,The Ballet Lover's Companion,Yale University Press,0300223412,Music & Dance,Dance - Classical & Ballet,Genres & Styles - Ballet,Performing Arts,Dance,Ballet,MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Ballet,Music,Mus
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New
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A comprehensive guide to over 140 favorite ballets, from classical era to present day, is presented in this engaging performance book. Dance writer and critic Zoe Anderson provides an up-to-date resource for ballet enthusiasts, covering works by renowned choreographers such as Alexei Ramansky and Christopher Wheeldon, alongside lesser-known pieces. Anderson's book offers a wealth of facts and insights into the world of ballet, including information on themes, plot, composers, choreographers, dance style, and music. Each chapter introduces a period of ballet history, while individual entries provide essential details about each ballet's creation and reception. With its reliable and accessible approach, this guide is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the art form. Whether you attend the ballet regularly or simply enjoy it as a spectator, this book will provide valuable insights into the world of dance.

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