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D's Hip-Hop Routines - City Style Video D's Hip-Hop Routines - City Style
VHS - $19.95 On Sale - $14.95
With Gregory Hines as your host, songs by Ms. Jade, clothes by FUBU, and DJ MAX spinning, you can't pack anymore excitement into one tape. The video begins with a warm-up and then breaks down four hot hip-hop routines, step by step and puts them together into an awesome performance piece - perfect for recitals and classes. You'll also see shots of break-dancers, bucket drummers and poignant NYC scenes. Part of the proceeds of this video will be donated to kids' arts organizations. D has worked with pop and rap stars such as Janet Jackson, Lady May, Christina Aguilera, & Whitney Houston. Commercial clients include The Gap & ESPN2. She has appeared on major TV and cable networks and magazines worldwide. 60 mins. (2003) VHS-NTSC format only

D's Hip-Hop Routines - Southern Style Video D's Hip-Hop Routines - Southern Style
VHS - $19.95 On Sale - $14.95
With Gregory Hines as the host, get ready for an exciting look at NYC life and NYC dancing with a southern twist. This video includes a warm-up, four original hip-hop routines, step-by-step instructions for a hot MTV style performance piece - perfect for recitals and shows, up-to-date dance moves and a great aerobic workout! Devora Canario has worked with pop and rap stars such as Janet Jackson, Lady May, Christina Aguilera, & Whitney Houston. Commercial clients include The Gap & ESPN2. She has appeared on major TV and cable networks and magazines worldwide. 60 mins. (2002) VHS-NTSC format only

Techno Pop - Music Video Style Dancing
VHS - $29.95 On Sale - $12.95
With Tim Richard. Featured as an Editors pick in OK MAGAZINE First For Celebrity News ! Learn the fierce moves that are found in Music Videos today! Choreographer Tim Richard teaches a short warm-up, funky video combos, and a hot "Techno Pop" routine. Dance like the pros on MTV and take it to the clubs. Funky instruction from beginning to end, let Tim Richard show you how you can dance like the stars. Special Bonus - "Dancing in Music Videos"! Tim gives you the inside scoop on preparing for and making it big as a dancer in Music Videos. Learn what it takes, how you get there, auditioning and the actual process of making a Music Video! Tim Richard has appeared with such artists as Jennifer Lopez, James Brown, Gladys Knight and C&C Music Factory. He's also worked with Britney Spears' and N'SYNC's choreographer, Darrin Henson. Tim has danced on the MTV Video Music Awards, Billboard Awards, The Oprah Winfrey Show and in commercials for Coca Cola. Music from this video available on Music Jam CD Vol. 2 . 55 mins. (2002/2004) VHS-NTSC format only.

Simply Funk Video
VHS - $29.95 On Sale - $14.95
t's Hip, it's Happening, it's NOW ! Join New York City's hottest instructor Suzanne DiNunzio, to learn the latest in Hip Hop and Funk style dance. The class begins with a funky warm-up, followed by some jammin' variations and combos to get you into the groove, and finally a full length, cutting edge Hip Hop dance that's fresh off the streetz of New York City. Each section is broken down slowly from both front and rear views for easy learning. Suzanne DiNunzio teaches at many of the prominent studios and clubs in New York. Her " Multi-Groove" classes that combine Funk, Jazz, Latin and African dance are always jammed to capacity. She also performs with Manhattans hottest Hip Hop Group, Culture Shock. Music from this video available on Music Jam CD Vol. 1.. 40 mins. (2000) VHS-NTSC format only

Ballet 101 & 201, Combinations 2 Video
VHS - $19.95 On Sale - $9.95
Now, build on the steps you've learned so far in this second Combinations video that picks up where Combinations 1 leaves off. You'll have the chance to develop even further with the introduction of another set of new dance pieces. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 2 focuses on choreography, stage presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage, increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel like you're performing on stage for an audience. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own. Combinations 2 is an easy to follow, hands-on tape that is endorsed by private instructors. 48 mins. (2002/2006) VHS-NTSC format only

Dance New York - Lyrical with Ray Leeper Video Dance New York - Lyrical with Ray Leeper
VHS - $39.95 On Sale - $14.95
In this "LYRICAL DANCE" video, Ray and his talented dancers will teach and entertain you with three full length pieces of choreography. Each routine is designed for a specific level and is broken down into easy to follow segments. Fun, fresh and exciting choreography brought to you from the dance capital of the world .. .New York City! For Beginners - A lovely trio of young dancers introduce the beginning elements of Lyrical dance in a soft, flowing routine. For the Intermediate - Ray's intermediate piece adds detail, floor work and expression to create a sultry duet. And Advanced - The more advanced dancer will be challenged with a sensual routine that captures the essence of New York Dance. Ray Leeper teaches at the Broadway Dance Center and travels as a master teacher and choreographer throughout the U.S., Canada and Asia. In addition, Ray was honored with the Gold Award for excellence in jazz choreography by Leo's Dancewear at the Jazz Dance World Congress held at the Kennedy Center. Produced and directed by Bob Rizzo. Music from this video available on the Music Jam CD Vol. 1. 50 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Dancin' Habit 3 Video
VHS - $36.99 On Sale - $14.99
Three exciting Intermediate Level Jazz Combinations. Each is presented facing front and back with an easy step-by-step approach. Janet Roston shows how to simplify or increase difficulty and how you can develop these combinations into full-length performance pieces. The first combo: a light, lyrical, romantic routine, that celebrates dance and life; featuring a luscious track by recording artist Jan Stevens. The second: A mysterious, haunting Spanish-styled combo; dramatic and powerful. The third: A funky routine, fun and fast-paced, with an opportunity for dancers to flaunt their personality! Dance notes are included. 50 mins. (1999/2007) VHS-NTSC format only

Bob Rizzo's Funky Rhythm Tap Video
VHS - $39.95 On Sale - $19.95
Learn the latest in Street Tap with instructor Sharon Heller from New York City. Stomp along with Sharon as she guides you through a warm-up with live percussion, exercises and two full length Rhythm Tap routines for students of all levels. Join Sharon and her dancers for a hip, happening series of challenges and counterpoints. Bring your Tap up-to-date with the current stylings of the New York Tap Scene. Sharon Heller has performed with the American Tap Dance Orhcestra and the World Rhythm Ensemble as well as improvisational performances with Tap greats Jimmy Slyde, Gregory Hines, Buster Brown and Savion Glover. She teaches Tap at STEPS on Broadway and for New York University's Musical Theatre Department. Music for this video available on the Music Jam CD Vol. 1 . 50 mins. (1999) VHS-NTSC format only

Learn to Dance Lindy Hop - Vol. 3 Video Learn to Dance Lindy Hop - Vol. 3
VHS - $29.95 On Sale - $14.95
Hosted and taught by internationally renowned dancers Frankie Manning and Erin Stevens, this series captures the essence of the Swing Era dances. Manning was instrumental in the development of the Lindy Hop at the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem during the '30s. Frankie Manning and Erin Stevens dance each move at normal speed, then follow with detailed instructions, and finally dance in slow motion. A review follows each section. The following moves are covered: Scissors; Rock step; Push around; Kick around; Double turn; Back Charleston with a turn; Hand shake behind the back with a quick turn Flying Charleston; Low down; Thigh slap and shoulder rock; and Pimp walk and fish tail. Requires familiarity with Lindy Hop Levels 1 and 2. 57 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Classical Ballet Lesson Video Series Ballet Lessons

This extraordinary taped video series is demonstrated by Prima Ballerina, Galina Mezentseva, a 20 year veteran of the Kirov Ballet, and written and narrated by Peggy Willis-Aarnio, Professor of Classical Ballet at TX Tech Univ., called a "walking ballet encyclopedia". Each video provides a concise, coherent history of the Russian Teaching Method and of the guiding principles that make this method so unique and effective in developing the flexibility, strength, endurance and nerve-muscle memory, as well as the discipline and attention to detail so essential to the development of a great Ballet Artist. Each program provides an accurate, and correct demonstration lesson, recording the details and standards of performance for a Ballet Student in academic ballet training with this system. Together they contain a correct, factual and articulate record and explanation of the Ballet Training Program developed in Russia over the past 250 years. Each video ranges in length from between one and two hours long, and are outlined below.
"One of the most significant educational ballet videos of our time. And, Mezentseva turns a mere ballet lesson into a Work of Art!" - Olga Rozanova, Dance Critic, Professor and Dean of the Faculty of the Ballet, Choreography and Methodology, St. Petersburg, Russia.
"A true and accurate representation of the great Russian tradition in Ballet Schooling. Galina's demonstration is excellent!" - Askold Makarov, Honored Professor of Ballet, Chief Executive and Artistic Director of St. Petersburg State and Academic Ballet, Leading Soloist - Kirov Ballet (1943-1970), State Prize Winner, Peoples Artist of Russia.
"BRAVO to Professor Peggy Willis-Aarnio and Galina Mezentseva for preserving the details of this most remarkable training program for posterity. Watching this video program evokes fond memories of my days as a student of the great Agrippina Vaganova. A MUST for the serious teacher and student of ballet!" - Ninel Petrova, Teacher at the Vaganova Academy (1966-1977), Vaganova's pupil, Leading Ballerina of the Kirov Ballet (1944-1970), Honored Artist of Russia.

The Blue Angel Video
VHS (1226) - $19.95 On Sale - $6.95
French choreographer Roland Petit’s highly acclaimed ballet “The Blue Angel” comes to home video in a superb stage production. This is the ballet rendition of Heinrich Mann’s dramatic story of the alluring Rosa Frohlich, the dancer at the famous Blue Angel cabaret. The program stars Roland Petit as Professor Unrat, Dominique Khalfouni as Rosa, Jean-Pierre Aviotte as Lohmann and features the company of the Ballet National De Marseille Roland Petit. Choreographer Roland Petit proclaims; “The Blue Angel” is the most passionate and most dramatic of my ballets. I decided to follow my choreographic inspiration, allowing the dance to be the driving force, which dictated the action to me. Obviously, the author of the novel is not far off, and the legend of the film is very much present, but it is the dance which calls the tune. The result is a completely new “hellish and heavenly” ballet, with the fol-de-rols of the cabaret, with plastic and with feathers.” This program is a visual and musical delight available for the first time in North America. 78 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Makarova Returns Video
VHS (1297) - $19.95 On Sale - $5.95
“All these years in the West, away from Russia, my country, it never came to my mind that I would ever go back. I never thought I would dance again on my stage – the Kirov…I can write a thousand pages and still not describe what happened in these two weeks. Just two weeks – it’s like a lifetime.” – Natalia Makarova Natalia Makarova is the first artistic exile to be invited to return to the Soviet Union. After nearly twenty years of separation, Makarova is overwhelmingly welcomed back to her native Leningrad, and reunited with her family, friends and colleagues. This unique program includes her triumphant return to the Kirov stage where she began her illustrious career, and features excerpts from her performance in Eugene Onegin, plus her personal reflections on her amazing career. As the Iron Curtain is lifted, Makarova becomes a living example of perestroika. 60 mins VHS-NTSC format only.

Mayerling Video The Mayerling
VHS (1489) - $29.95 On Sale - $8.95
Choreographer: Kenneth MacMillian. Designer: Nicholas Georgiadis. Scenario: Gillian Freeman. Stage Lighting: John B. Read. Staging: Monica Mason. Music: Franz Liszt. Arrangement: John Lanchbery. Conductor: Barry Wordsworth. The Orchestra of The Royal Opera House – Leader: John Brown. Cast: Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria-Hungary: Irek Mukhamedov. Baroness Mary Vetsera: Viviana Durante. Countess Marie Larisch: Lesley Collier. Mitzi Caspar: Darcey Bussell. Princess Stephanie: Jane Burn. Empress Elisabeth: Nicola Tranah. Bratfisch: Matthew Hart. Mitzi Caspar: Darcey Bussell. Four Hungarian Officers: Stuart Cassidy, Adam Cooper, Errol Pickford, William Trevitt. Artists of The Royal Ballet – Executive Producer: Revel Guest. Producers: Stephany Marks and Jane Pleydell-Bouverie. Director: Derek Bailey. 135 mins. (1994) VHS-NTSC format only.

Rambert Triple Bill Video
VHS (0085) - $29.95 On Sale - $8.95
Robert North’s Lonely Town, Lonely Street conveys a passionate and energetic picture of lonely people in a large city, set to a jazzy score by Bill Withers which gives the dancework its title. For his Sergeant Early’s Dream, Christopher Bruce chose a theme based on the emigration from the old world to the new. “Throughout there is a feeling of sadness at leaving the old home and losing touch with old roots. However, people take with them threads of their own culture which will inevitably develop separately. There is a little of this influence as the ballet progresses but most of the numbers recall the folklore of the old world, reenacting life, loves and tragedies of the people of the past.” Christopher Bruce. Lastly, Bruce’s Intimate Pages used Janacek’s String Quartet No. 2, which the composer wrote in the last year of his life when inspired by his love for a woman forty years his junior. The ballet captures Janacek’s great happiness as well as the unbearable anguish of earlier tragedies in his life. 98 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Raymonda - The Bolshoi Ballet In Moscow Video Raymonda - The Bolshoi Ballet In Moscow
VHS (1170) - $19.95 On Sale - $9.95
This glorious three-act ballet boasts a magical score by Alexander Glazunov, filled with melody, color and grand effects. ACT 1 – Ludmila Semenyaka is magnificent as the youthful, charming Raymonda, niece to the Countess Sybil de Daurice of France. Raymonda is engaged to the gallant knight Jean de Brienne, who is superbly portrayed by Irek Moukhamedov. Because he must immediately depart on a campaign with King Andrei II of Hungary, the youth comes to the castle to bring his fiancée gifts and to bid her farewell. That night as Raymonda muses on her beloved, a statue of the White Lady, patroness of the House of Daurice, appears in a vision. She beckons the girl to the Magic Garden of Dreams, where Jean awaits her. But the apparition suddenly disappears, and in Jean’s place there is an unknown, exotic Eastern knight, who makes a passionate declaration of love to the bewildered Raymonda, when she faints, the knight vanishes. As dawn breaks, Raymonda awakens in the belief that her dream has been a terrible omen of her destiny. ACT II – A celebration is underway at the castle. Among the guests is the Saracen knight Abderakhaman, performed by the electrifying Gedeminas Tarands. In him the terrified Raymonda recognizes the mysterious stranger she saw in her dream. Though he promises to give her riches and power in return for her heart and hand, she rejects. Him. Aberakham tries to abduct Raymonda. Unexpectedly however, Jean and the other knights return from their mission. To resolve the differences between Jean and Abderakham, King Andrei proposes a duel of honor. Aberakhman is defeated and Jean reclaims the overjoyed Raymonda. ACT III – Raymonda and Jean are marries at the court of King Andrei. In honor of the monarch, Hungarian dances are performed during the wedding festivities. 146 mins. (1980) VHS-NTSC format only

Romeo & Juliet Video
VHS (1173) - $24.95 On Sale - $5.95
The world’s most tragic tale…makes the world’s most magic dance. Romeo and Juliet…a story of love and loss so compelling, it has been adapted by no less than fourteen composers. But none with music so magic as this Romeo and Juliet by the great Sergei Prokofiev. Music that is merged with the dance of the Bolshoi Ballet to make a work of unequalled beauty. Unequalled beauty because it is a ballet of unequalled ambition. For when he wrote it in 1935, Prokofiev knew that a story so complex could not be captured by the light conventions of ballet. And he knew that a story so timeless need not be done as a period piece. The result is a work with a power and resonance that’s distinctly Russian. Perhaps the perfect ballet – in a perfect performance. A performance captured in 1976 on the Bicentennial Anniversary of the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow. Danced as it only could be by the Bolshoi Ballet, undoubtedly the world’s premier ballet company. Featuring two of the Bolshoi’s most outstanding soloists, Natalia Bessmertnova nd Mikhail Lavrovsky. Truly a universal tale, and one never told more beautifully than here. 108 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Romeo and Juliet - Paris Opera Ballet Video
VHS Only (2102) - $29.95 On Sale - $7.95
Ballet in three acts after William Shakespeare. Paris Opera Ballet. Music – Sergei Prokofiev. Juliet: Moniquie Loudieres. Romeo: Manuel Legris. Tybalt: Charles Jude. Mercutio: Lionel Delanoe. Orchestre De L’Opera National De Paris conducted by Vello Pahn. Choreography and Staging: Rudolf Nureyev. Set Design: Ezio Frigerio. Costume Design: Ezio Frigerio and Mauro Pagano. Lighting Design: Vinicio Cheli. Directed by Alexandre Tarta. Produced by Francois Duplat and Damien Mathieu. “One again the Paris Opera Ballet offers one of the most beautiful performances you could ever hope to see…very moving… Shakespeare is well served!” Le Parisien. “…a splendid recreation, totally faithful to Nureyev, this Romeo and Juliet is one of the great events of the year” Le Figaro. 150 mins. (2000) VHS-NTSC format only.

Romeo et Juliette Video
VHS (0055) - $29.95 On Sale - $8.95
Angelin Preljocaj’s startling new choreography of Shakespear’s tragic story of the star-crossed lovers of Verona, set to Sergei Prokofiev’s powerful score, is performed by the Lyon National Opera Ballet, widely-acclaimed for their stylish and innovative productions. Preljocaj sets the central conflict which destroys the lovers (between a dominant authority and an underclass) in an imaginary city. Liaisons between the controlling class, to which Juliet belongs, and the dispossessed, exploited underclass, of which Romeo is a member, are outlawed on pain of death. Preljocaj sees love – uncontrollable, destabilizing, foolish – as the power which can overthrow the oppression of the established order. The totalitarian arena of the action is fully realized in the designs of Enki Bilal. The stage world he creates is neither the future nor the past, but has echoes of Orwell’s ‘1984’, of social realism, and of Eastern Europe before the fall of the Wall. The conceptual contrast between the ballet’s cold environment and the heated encounters of the lovers is realized in supple and imaginative duets, danced by Pascale Doyce and Nicolas Dufloux. 170 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

Swan Lake Video
VHS (0025) - $29.95 On Sale - $8.95
Here is a landmark interpretation of a classical masterpiece no ballet lover should be without! Prima ballerina Natalia Makarova triumphs with her thrilling London Festival Ballet production of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Swan Lake. With a vision born of 20 years’ experience dancing this classic ballet, Makarova hones the action to focus on the themes of eternal love, betrayal, and the menace of death. Innovative sets evoke the perfect atmosphere of magic and mystery. The London Festival Ballet’s artistic director Peter Schaufuss essays a brooding and romantic Prince Siegfried. Canadian prima ballerina Evelyn hart is superb as Odette/Odile, the legendary double role that has challenged dancers for more than a century. 116 mins. VHS-NTSC format only.

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