I just discovered a style of music I’d never heard before. Truthfully, I didn't expect that could ever happen to me, since I have been listening to all sorts of classical music, from the time I was born. Since I have heard so much classical music it shocked me to find a new music niche…new to me, that is. It’s ballet class music, and it’s music that is utilized by ballet instructors in their classes.
Be Careful of Your Selection
There are lots of albums of ballet class music available, but there’s a type I’d recommend and another that I would not. When I was searching through the available music for ballet class, it became apparent that much of it is composed of classical music standards that have been revised to fit the requirements of the class, and for me it’s irritating to listen to these. It’s a lot like listening to a favorite tune, performed by someone who doesn’t truly know how to play it.
My Preference
The other type of ballet class music, the type I am recommending, is put together exclusively for the ballet exercises by composer/pianist or an adept improvisor. Therefore, it’s music that you’ve likely never heard before. When you come across a collection assembled by a composer who is also a great improvisational pianist, you’ll hear some gorgeous music that you could never hear anyplace else. After all, this is music that never sees the light of day outside of a ballet studio.
I believe that one of the factors that contributes to the attraction of this kind of music is the pre-definitions that are placed on the composer. The music has to be expertly matched to the movements of the dancers for every individual dance exercise. When a composer is aware of a way to transform the limitations into a musical advantage, the listener will hear wonderful lyrical lines, chords that are nothing short of leading edge and some highly emotional pieces. If you are partial to the piano, you will be glad if you give ballet class music a listen.
George Peter Hansing is a contract writer and classical music patron. You can hear his ballet class music recommendations at CDBaby.com and on a couple of Youtube videos that also feature music for ballet class.
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