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George Balanchine

Charles River Editors

Narrated by David Van Der Molen

Released
December 9, 2022
Length
1 hr 29 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Charles River Editors
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This audiobook explores the development of ballet and dance in America, highlighting how pioneering figures like George Balanchine shaped a distinctly American style amid the country's evolving musical and theatrical landscape. It details Balanchine's significant contributions, including establishing the New York City Ballet and fostering innovative choreography that blends tradition with experimentation. The narrative contextualizes these artistic advances against the broader cultural shifts from European influences to an American identity in dance.
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