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Company classes are taught by renowned dancer/teacher Stevan Grebel. Having performed all over the world, Mr.
Grebel has a wealth of experience and knowledge to pass on to his students. His understanding of the Vaganova
system of teaching, as taught to him by A.Pushkin of the Kirov Ballet Academy in Leningrad, is an inspiration to his
students. His classes are logical and musical; and feature simple, consistent, and progressive combinations for the
development of each level. These classes develop clean technique that promote less injuries, elongated muscles
and high extensions. The students move well across the floor, with agility and precision. Whether the student is
pre-professional, preballet, beginning ballet, or adult ballet, he/she has an opportunity to train in a positive
atmosphere where each student is given individual attention and the classes are kept small. The discipline and
training will carry over into all aspects of the student's life, as well, promoting self-esteem and character. Director
Stevan Grebel teaches and oversees all aspects of the program, from teaching classes, to choreographing and
setting performances.
Grebel Dance offers a summer intensive each year which is open to students who focus on jazz, tap, lyrical and
competitions, as well as ballet. Since ballet is the basis for all styles of dance, it is an integral part of any dancer's
training. Our strong syllabus of 'technique while developing artistry' has brought many students from other dance
studios and companies to Grebel for enhancing their training. The students at Grebel Dance are also encouraged to
participate in auditions and workshops at other companies, which enables them to meet other dancers and teachers
and to expand their knowledge of the dance world.
Grebel has a wealth of experience and knowledge to pass on to his students. His understanding of the Vaganova
system of teaching, as taught to him by A.Pushkin of the Kirov Ballet Academy in Leningrad, is an inspiration to his
students. His classes are logical and musical; and feature simple, consistent, and progressive combinations for the
development of each level. These classes develop clean technique that promote less injuries, elongated muscles
and high extensions. The students move well across the floor, with agility and precision. Whether the student is
pre-professional, preballet, beginning ballet, or adult ballet, he/she has an opportunity to train in a positive
atmosphere where each student is given individual attention and the classes are kept small. The discipline and
training will carry over into all aspects of the student's life, as well, promoting self-esteem and character. Director
Stevan Grebel teaches and oversees all aspects of the program, from teaching classes, to choreographing and
setting performances.
Grebel Dance offers a summer intensive each year which is open to students who focus on jazz, tap, lyrical and
competitions, as well as ballet. Since ballet is the basis for all styles of dance, it is an integral part of any dancer's
training. Our strong syllabus of 'technique while developing artistry' has brought many students from other dance
studios and companies to Grebel for enhancing their training. The students at Grebel Dance are also encouraged to
participate in auditions and workshops at other companies, which enables them to meet other dancers and teachers
and to expand their knowledge of the dance world.
CLASSES
| Vaganova Technique Generally considered the universal standard of excellence in ballet.In the early 1900's, Russian ballerina Agrippina Vaganova developed a ballet teaching method built on the traditions of the Russian school. The technique results in more lyrical upper body movements and increased strength, precision, and agility. In short, the Vaganova style aims at teaching pupils to dance with their whole body, acquire harmonious movements, and widen their expressive range. The result is more graceful and powerful performances. Madame Vaganova taught the method in St. Petersburg, Russia, at the Kirov Theatre school, which now bears her name. The style is sometimes referred to as Kirov training. The Vaganova Method is practiced throughout the world in leading ballet institutions, such as the National Ballet of Canada, the Royal Swedish Ballet, and London's Royal Ballet. Vaganova-trained legends: Pavlova, Nureyev, Baryshnikov. Stevan Grebel trained with Pushkin, in St. Petersburg, as well, and continues to pass on this legacy to his teachers and students. |
Kenneth Watson - class pianist