Wasatch County Library

Photographs and text describe the typical day of a ballet student.

"If you think you might like ballet, this book covers the basics on clothing, rules, and skills for beginner ballet stars"--

A practical guide to ballet, with photographs that capture the magic of dance, a child's first class, dancing onstage and the wonder of watching a performance.

Tells the story behind the creation of "Appalachian Spring," describing Aaron Copland's composition, Martha Graham's intense choreography and Isamu Noguchi's set design.

The author, a professional ballerina, introduces the art of ballet, from the basic positions, poses, jumps, and exercises to folk and character dancing, makeup, choreography, and perfoming on stage.