Ballet Barre 8 (Online Ballet Class) - Dutch National Ballet

[@evagubitz-hess5513]

I love that Ernst encourages us even though he can't see us! It really feels like being in the studio again.

[@juliettevandermeer2524]

After one year, I still do the Ernst/Rex barres regularly. To me, they are still the best in terms of clarity, musicality and positivity :-)

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Great to hear!

[@inesvarisco6338]

Quiero agradecer las clases. El profesor y el pianista excelentes las ha seguido y disfrutado diariamente durante la pandemia. Gracias

[@kathleengoodwin6713]

Wonderful to see how many people around the world are all dancing together! Such a special experience - thanks once again.

[@seaofglass77]

I have taken many many classes through KZbin during the shut down. These are by far the best in quality and content. Thank you so much. I may actually come out of quarantine stronger....

[@patriciabarros1616]

I totally agree with you!!

[@emilybradley5789]

Love these classes. So musical and fun

[@gabyflores3329]

Thank you so much for sheer with normal human beings ( because dancers are from another world!) this beautiful classes!, this is a magic gift from you to the world!

[@cynthiagellis1129]

I think this one is my favorite so far. I feel like Ernst can tell that I'm starting to get better. The tendus in fifth (closed on 4, 3, 2, 1) was such fun. Thank you again Ernst and Rex!

[@donnabrown232]

Loved these classes during the pandemic. I came back to them today because my ballet studio is closed--frigid weather and wind. How nice to be able to come back to these classes any time I need one. Thank you.

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Happy to help you out! ❤️

[@ChadoDanse]

I haven't gotten to take barre in a couple of years, but since the pandemic I have been training with Ernst and Rex 4-5 times a week! I can't thank you enough for this wonderful opportunity!

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Great to hear!

[@danijuandancer2555]

He is an amazing teacher, thanks so much for this material. Greetings from Mexico.

[@MelindaWilsonDance]

Words cannot begin to explain how much you have helped me get through COVID-19. Our studio gave all of the instructors their notices and said they would not be reopening again. You have made me face each day with hope, dignity, and love. Thank you so very much! M from Chicago

[@annamariatollis3814]

Infinite grazie Maestro! È un piacere seguire le sue lezioni! Nonostante non sia più cosi allenata e non più così giovane (🤭!) le sue lezioni mi fanno stare bene al termine della sbarra!!! Apprezzo la sua Tecnica , pulizia e precisione nel dare la lezione... Le ho affidato le mie allieve, che purtroppo non posso più seguire ...Complimenti al maestro Rex. Team super 💪

[@Balletmum]

Thank you again so much for such a beautiful class! Again and again, I am touched by the dedication of ALL the people involved in the production of this now weekly gift to the dancers all around the world. For the first time today, I just watched the entire segment without moving myself. And I already appreciated the camera angles and switches from one view to another. The technicians for this production are making a huge difference! Thanks to that, it was very easy to follow Ernst's instruction on epaulement and also his fantastic descriptions on the key ideas in each exercise. I also noticed Rex's air-piano-playing while Ernst is showing the exercise. (My favorite moment was Rex's checking the hand position for the polonaise for the grand battement!) My favorite moment today was when Ernst made a quick "confession" after the first side of the rond de jambe. Thank you for including that "exchange" between the instructor and the pianist! That made today's "class" even more real, organic, and caring! This offering is not warming up our body but also our heart! Thank you from California!

[@saritaschwartzmann6251]

Thank you once more. I cant say enough how much I love your classes and how much I look forward to each of them everytime. Thanks and thanks again.

[@JD-xb3wb]

I love these classes. For me it challenges my brain enough to feel like I am working hard, but it's manageable in difficulty for my level. Ernst and Rex are such a good duo. Thank you thank you!

[@derekmartyr722]

What a beautiful pianist Rex is!

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

We agree!

[@shoshannacorner8753]

My teacher is currently rehearsing to go on a cruise ship so I have not been able to take my private classes. I love these classes and I feel like they are a continuation of what she works with me on. Thank you !!!!!

[@annetomassini2810]

Long time after the shut down, you still keep us in shape!!! Thank you SO MUCH ( and the marvelous piano ...)

[@corestrengthpilates3950]

So lovely to have you keeping us strong while we are at home. The choreography, the music, the calm way you teach us....fabulous thank you.

[@lindaharrison3240]

Rex Lobo's accompaniment is beautiful. Mr. Ernst's turnout is SICK!

I feel like going to Amsterdam after lockdown to a live performance of the Dutch National Ballet. :D What an inspiration. The streaming persornances have also been so good. Thank you so much, Ernst, Rex, and the Dutch National Ballet. Loving warm thoughts for you all.

[@karinamadsen2393]

thank you for keeping this classs available, they are so precious for practising ballet at home

[@ashfieldpilates3601]

I agree with the last comment! The best! And the music is sublime. Thank you Ernst and Rex!

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Thank you for joining these classes!

[@susancurrierjohann7729]

Mr. Meisner, I am enjoying these so much...I think this one was the best one, so far...it is really helping me to cope, here, in Las Vegas...Love the piano accompaniment, as well, and i just wanted to say "thank you" for making these available during these trying times...

[@levimazie2223]

I enjoyed your class ...lovely teaching x

[@annbrixey9651]

These classes are excellent. each exercise explained well, so that even less experienced dancers can follow. They inspire me to continue teaching. Thank you for sharing.

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Thank you for your beautiful words Ann!

[@Lisa8193]

These classes are my favourite time of the week :) My biggest thanks to Ernst and Rex!

[@bobbiephilip6567]

You are so brilliant and teach with such a joy. Thank you for all these lessons. Sending you both love from New York.

[@idaniaserji-lovelyeating8808]

I love all the classes so much, Thank you for this, it was more than a year I didn't dance ballet and this has been a great way to come back. Dank je vel!

[@amandaegan4243]

Thank you so very much for these classes. They have been a saving grace and something I can rely on throughout so much uncertainty. Thank you!

[@dominiques7495]

This is the only online class (including some I've done through zoom) that make me feel like I'm back in the studio. The comments on things to think about for the different movements (stretching from both top and bottom on rises, stacking spine, squeeeeeeze, etc) help so so much! Thank you both! Your teaching and Rex's absolutely beautiful piano playing are so greatly appreciated

[@amandang4068]

Tendus in fifth - whom's trollin' whom?! Lol....Seems like Rex and Ernst were in cahoots with that one.... Love these. Thank you for the beautiful quality work you put into these videos!

[@racheljames3715]

Just love these classes. Hope they don't stop after lock-down finishes. They are by far the best on you-tube for this level.

[@sachikoh9880]

Thank you so much again from Florida. Very very challenging for a dancer in 40’s who took 24 years off from dancing. A beautiful thing about these KZbin lessons is that I can rewind and replay over and over. I look forward to seeing DNB performance in the theatre when the normalcy returns. Be safe and many thanks for the lessons and the wonderful piano music. Such a luxury. ❤️

[@yungchinghung3844]

Thank you, Ernst. Thank you, Rex! What a wonderful class!!

[@yvonneneven3313]

Ernst, I love the creativity en musicality in your classes! The tendu's closing with the different count was frustating and fun at the same time! I also loved to watch Rex when Ernst explained the excercise. he is moving along with your movement. You can really hear it in his play during the exercise. Thank you so much for your classes. They keep me sane during these insane times.

[@JoaoOliveira-yl6vl]

I cant get enough of highy quality, really. I found what works best for me, and its on Netherlands!! Tks guys!

[@chicago171972]

Estoy encantada con estas clases. Es maravilloso ver las explicaciones, como el pianista hasta marca los ejercicios con sus manos y como nos deja pensar los ejercicios cuando se repiten al lado izquierdo. Son completas y didácticas. Música, pianista y profesor excelentes. La mejor combinación para disfrutar de una clase. Mil gracias.

I really like Ernst’s teaching style. The warm up is so good. Beautiful class. And the music as well. So sweet.

[@KirsiPuumalainen]

You are very kind and helpful teacher 😊

[@sharoncoleman8198]

Dank u wel! The beautiful and clear spirit of these classes are such a joy--and a strength-building challenge. After not dancing for 20 years, I returned about four years ago, this time to mostly modern. Your classes have returned so much of the ballet technique I had as a young person. I also want to thank the entire technical crew and the Dutch government for this gift.

[@김은정-f6y8c]

It is a wonderful, high impact ballet class. I've watched all of your classes. After following all the steps, I feel my body has become strenthened right away. Thanks again!

[@DavidJAmado]

Each class that you post here is better than the last. By far the best class that I have found on youtube. Thank you so much for this resource!

[@josjaa]

That was wonderful. Haven't danced in 30 years, but back at it again, like I never stopped. Thanks so much!

[@jennieteller673]

Thank you so so much for sharing these classes with the world. I’m a ballet dancer in NYC and this has helped me stay motivated and strong. I can’t even begin to explain my appreciation. Thank you again. Love, Jennie Begley

[@pingli7961]

Great bar class！！！Great piano accompaniment!!!

[@marcelaleal2514]

These are, without a doubt, the best classes I've ever done! Thank you so much for one more barre! Love from Brazil!

[@luciadambrosio]

Thank you both and the team behind this videos. I can´t express enough gratitude, really. I wish you could see me and the rest of us enjoying this wonderful classes! Keep them coming, please! Love from Buenos Aires. Your peditrician ballerina fan.

[@llaattredhead]

Hi DNB I have been taking these classes everyday since day one . I repeat each one also . YOU ARE A GOD -SENT I am so grateful. I dance professioanally for 35 years ++++ I love ya all! wonderful , diverse combinations. Hummm Whats going on ... I am balancing longer ,,, YEAAA. Keep it up. Wish I could come to Holland and take your Co. Clas , What a treat! I live right outside NYC where its really Corona bad .. so these classes are my saving grace. I Perform with The Belle Tones .. all of our shows have been cancelled .... so sad but understandable! Cant wait to get back on stage .. Love to you and that wonderful Piano Teacher ! 5-6-7-8- Kick kick turn turn Pllie Jete Pose !! :}

[@darlalobb9043]

I just want to say how much I am enjoying these classes! I had 12 years of ballet training growing up, but I am 54 now and it has been a long time since I danced. These classes are perfect for me! Please keep posting these even after the shut down!

[@cuisineensceneblog]

Positivity, respect, calm, quality, amazing pianist and teacher! My favorite online class so far. It’s pure pleasure everytime. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@martaelenabonavia7818]

Thank you so very much Ernst. You are keeping my body and my mind safe during these difficult times. I am in Rome and doing your barre, not the center because I have a tile floor. I hope you keep doing these barre lessons. Thank you also to Rex for his music. All my love and extreme gratitude

[@photographyfreakcr6323]

Thank you thank you thank you!! You have no idea what a blessing these classes are

[@annegabrielledumont3187]

Thank you both for all these amazing classes. I did all them and I am so happy (and tired ;-) ) to (try to )do such quality work from south of France ! The "clean and clear" explanations of the exercices and the sweet and rhythmic music. fantastic !!!

[@unicornwitchprincess1004]

I have improved so much from these classes, thank you for bringing me strength and joy during these hard times. :-)

[@saratempleton9325]

The unexpected surprise: "We're going to add one more set (of releves) today...in the passe." You made me work extra hard but I appreciate it SO much :D Thank you Maestro Ernst!! Thank you Maestro Rex!! #ithurtssogood

[@tigiara]

I enjoy your classes so much! Thank you Rex and Ernst!

[@vstar____]

These are all so great, but this one might be my favorite barre from Dutch National Ballet. Ernst's exercises are challenging & really make you think through your placement. Rex's playing is so soulful (also love the sneakers he wears in this vid haha). They are good as collaborators!

[@philippajarrett-clifford1678]

Thank you so much Ernst and Rex... what a joy to have such a lovely class with live music! Keeping me going in these strange times! xxx

[@sheahuang]

Thank you Ernst and Rex. By far the best classes out there. So appreciative that you share your expertise with us!

[@patrizia1029]

Not my first time doing this bar but today I realized how challenging it can be if done right. Also I wanted to command Rex, his accompaniment for this is quite masterful. Thank you both :)

[@annaeichlinger7315]

After joining your class several times, I am looking forward to see the Dutch national Ballet one day in real! It is like you have became good friends in the last weeks! Thank you very much!!!

[@mariakoroni7323]

Rex and this Rachmaninoff piano concerto...Wow! Thanks so much Rex & Ernst :D

[@jessiecarfora2075]

Thank you,you save my life with your classes!!!

[@jullsomsedikova5847]

We all should thank the entire team in Nationale Opera & Ballet for giving us this opportunity to dance with them and stay strong while corona is running around like a misbehaved child. Thank you NOB for making these videos, thank you Ernst for being such kind and patient person and thank you Rex for accompanying our dancing with your magnificent playing. Juliana

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

Thank you Juliana! ❤️

[@pamelavalverde1681]

In love with these classes!!!

[@judithmcminn863]

Ernst and Rex you are just fantastic! It is such a tremendous privilege to be able to learn from you and your presentation and teaching is fabulous. I am so grateful for this experience in the midst of Covid lockdown. Thank you so very much 😀

[@melaniehoffman1834]

What a wonderful class! Just what I was looking for. Awesome pace and great combinations. Thanks so much for doing this. So grateful! Stay healthy!

[@s.featherstone]

Thank you so much for these classes. They are perfect !! exactly what I need!

[@robyncoyle221]

this barre was the best!!. Nice complicated combinations.. Thank you again.

[@AdiDavid10]

omg my calves were burning 🔥🔥 thank you ever so much for these classes 🙇‍♂️

[@sharingartmovement]

Thank you for your commitment to keep inspiring us with clean technique and discipline

[@TrueBagPipeRock]

professionalism and skill. It's all there. you see and hear the work ethic. You witness the hours put in. And they enjoy it. Ballet is underrated. It is so physical. Along with yoga and Pilates, it's a great form of fitness for great shape without damage.

[@audeprevoteau3997]

Thank you so much. Barre of very high quality, progessive and well explained. Bravo!

[@lisahunter8236]

Ernst and Rex, my most sincere thanks - you guys are lifesavers! Your class and the beautiful music are pitched just right and I love the disciplined, 'schooled' approach. You are building me back up from injury just perfectly; thank you thank you thank you! 😍😘🙏

[@sofiaangelelli5023]

very beautiful barre thank also to the pianist!!!!i wait for the centre class n 2!!!!!

[@theoffart]

thank you very much! this class has been a life saver

[@konstantinaskyrianou4993]

thank you again Rex and Ernst!!!!

[@NEDance]

Lovely to take this class again on this grey November morning. Thank you so much!

[@marielamadrigal]

Thanks Erns and Rex, really love it!!

[@vollmerkristin]

Loved this!!!!

[@jeannechorale3604]

Beautiful class!!! 👍 Thank you again very much!!!🥰 You are the best!!!💪 I look forward for your classes! 🙂 Ernst Meisner 🥰 ❤️💋 Rex Lobo 🥰❤️💋 Cameramen 🥰❤️💋

[@leahjayasekera1354]

Thank you for continuing to teach class! I appreciate you both so much. I take your class before heading to the hospital to work.

[@liyabuyagongo8770]

Lovely!.Thanks Ernst, Thanks Rex!

[@teviajeffries1919]

Thank you, Ernst and Rex, so much for these amazing classes. They have meant so much to both my physical and mental health over these past months. Please, please, keep these videos up forever. I plan to keep coming back to them to supplement my classes once studios are open again. And I can’t wait to come to see your company live when international travel is back on.

[@yaramarrufo9107]

A beautifull class and music. Thanks

[@butternutpickle234]

Amazing as always! I have been practicing with you for 8 weeks now! I woke up craving a ballet barre and voila, you have a new one! I am so grateful to dance with you and from people all over the world! Love from FL

[@ballerinaweiwei]

Thank you so much for this, I was confined in Paris and have followed your lessons throughout. I find the instructions well explained and that I always feel nicely warmed up after each lesson. The music is absolutely lovely too.

[@gndballet]

👌🥰gracias!

[@Hellbender8574]

Is it just me or was that the hardest one yet? I was thinking it was sort of easy until the tendu and then it just went on... until the coup de gras, "Let's do another set of releves in passe. [groan from me]" Bravo on these classes, they are all amazing. Hopefully "safer at home" will become "stronger at home."

[@Not_YourAv3rageJO]

It was definitely the most advanced

[@dominiquepalmer4055]

So helpful, after a day of online teaching to put on a leotard and do barre with you and Rex, puts me back together again.

[@tarazahra975]

Thank you so much from Chicago! I love these classes.

[@bindak]

Thank you Rex and Ernst! Class was wonderful as always! The extra élevés at the end nearly did me in 🤣😂

[@toadette5350]

Woah, so much passé. Love you Ernst and Rex, the dream team! Thank you thank you!

[@StarDreamMemories]

Thank you, with this barre I could especially focus on my turnout on both sides today. I haven't danced except your classes and 2 others I've tried, in almost 9 years! This is wonderful, I'm so grateful you've shared these classes.

[@camitorresmiau]

Thank you guys, as always! A little more intense work this time, loved it. Be safe!

[@오지은-l2u]

Thank you very much from Korea ♡

[@ultravioletspirit]

Yes !! This has been my salvation thank you!!

[@NEDance]

Thank you again! Wonderful class - loved the rhythm challenges on the tendus! Really got my brain in gear this morning! Thank you Ernst and Rex.

[@Talentedtadpole]

Wonderful pianist!

[@lauramoruecodiaz1602]

Love it!!! Very effective, and what a positivity with the instructor and his sweet smile and what a calm with the beautiful music!! Cant wait to do the rest of the classes and repeat this one again (my fav and the hardest for me of these first 8 classes!!)Greetings and millions of thanks from Spain!!

[@DutchNatOperaBallet]

We love to hear this Laura! Have fun with the other classes, keep on dancing!

[@zbxndj]

Thanks for making this video! What a nice routine to follow at home!