Vaganova method

The Vaganova method is a teaching method for classical ballet, which was invented by the Russian ballet dancer and dance teacher Agrippina Vaganova. It is the official pedagogical guide the Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg and all state educational institutions for classical dance in Germany.

Vaganova united in their methodology elements of both French and Italian school as well as influences from other Russian dancers and dance teachers.

Places special emphasis on Vaganova the role of the teacher in the classroom. From the type, duration, intensity, and the proper educational structure of his teaching ultimately depends on the success of training.

Basics of Vaganova method are the strengthening of the lower back muscles and correct posture and use of the arms and shoulders. The focus of training is on the indispensable elements for classical dance strength, agility and endurance. A particular strength of the formed after Vaganova student applies the grand allegro, so solos with high, wide leaps and virtuosic pirouettes.

1948 Vaganova authored the book "Fundamentals of the Classical Dance", in which they explained their ideas and principles and explained.

After Waganowas death, her method was carried on among others, the Russian teacher Vera Kostrowitskaja. In recognition of the educational services Waganowas the ballet school of the Kirov Ballet in Vaganova Ballet Academy in 1957 renamed. Today the Vaganova method is widely used in Russia, Europe and North America.

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• AJ Vaganova: Fundamentals of the Classical Dance, Henschel Verlag 2007, ISBN 389487418X
• VS Kostrowitzkaja: School of classical dance, Henschel Verlag 2003, ISBN 3894874589