Equipoise: The Life and Work of Alfredo Corvino (Contemporary

Equipoise: The Life and Work of Alfredo Corvino (Contemporary Discourse on Movement and Dance)

In this insightful biography, dance historian Dawn Lille traces the life of Alfredo Corvino from his roots as a quiet, athletic boy in Montevideo, Uruguay, through his international performing career with some of the greatest companies of the 2th century to his long and fruitful years as a beloved teacher and ballet master. By weaving together interviews with Corvinoâ€™s colleagues, students, and family with archival material from the Juilliard School, the Metropolitan Opera Ballet as well as the Corvino family, Lille has created a touching portrait of this wise, fun-loving and enigmatic man. Setting Corvinoâ€™s own story within the context of the social, political, and artistic events of his time, Lille vividly explores the many forces and challenges that shaped this artist and educator. More than 4 photos,Â many never before published,Â illustrate the various stages of Corvinoâ€™s life. Discussions with and commentary from his daughters Andra and Ernesta elucidate his teaching theory and basic exercises. Photographs with line drawing overlays by functional anatomy teacher and former Corvino student, Irene Dowd illustrate the equipoise of Corvinoâ€™s approach to classical ballet technique. A foreword by Dominique Mercy, leading dancer with Tanztheater Wuppertal reveals the great gift Corvino gave to dancers and dance lovers everywhere through his life work.
Country USA
Brand Rosen Publishing
Manufacturer Rosen Pub Group
Binding Library Binding
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781435891241
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Rosen Publishing
Manufacturer	Rosen Pub Group
Binding	Library Binding
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781435891241
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Equipoise: The Life and Work of Alfredo Corvino (Contemporary Discourse on Movement and Dance)