Improve Your Adagio Work | Kathryn Morgan

Improve Your Adagio Work | Kathryn Morgan
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Here are my tips for improving your adagio work in ballet class. Adagio is incredibly important, particularly in auditions and master classes because it really shows off your musicality and artistry. We talk about developpes and how to make them more secure, how to properly use your upper body, arms, and head, and more. I hope these tips help you!
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I am soloist with Miami City Ballet a former soloist with the New York City Ballet. When I was a young student, I was always looking for insights into the ballet world and how to improve my dancing as well as beauty and lifestyle tips. Now that I am a professional, it is my turn to share.
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[@kathryn_morgan]

Thank you to everyone who has sent me a message recently. There has been a reason for the lack of videos. A lot of you have also noticed that certain videos and photos are missing from both of my channels and social media pages. Well, things are not ok. But I ask that you please respect my privacy at this time. This video was filmed awhile ago, so I am not sure how consistent my content will be in the next couple weeks. I do promise too update you all very soon. Love to you all. xoxo Katie

[@michaeljacksonfan3219]

Thank you Kathryn!

[@MelissaRayneDance]

Perfect timing with this video, Kathryn! Thank you so much for posting. Sending you all the love you need to get through whatever it is you're going through. I know you'll come out if it stronger xx

[@TheRiehlthing]

Love you Katie! We’ll see you today at 3 at Footlights! ♥️ Take care!

[@dancer2189]

Kathryn Morgan I hope everything turns out okay! Stay strong we love you!!!!

[@cocolinabt]

Katie, please make sure you take care of yourself, that's more important than any content you can possibly provide on any social media... And if you decide to share please make sure it's because you want to and feel ready and not because you feel the need to. Your obligations are to yourself first and foremost and not to any followers. I very much hope you've got people to lean on and to support you with whatever happened. We'll survive, even if there's no new content for a while (the videos are amazing but thats not the point right now) so please take your time!

[@deborahclem4901]

I suspect you will never know how many hundreds of young dancers you help with your videos. Your technical lessons are so wonderfully precise, clear, and accessible. Your influence is going reverberate in volumes.

[@kathryn_morgan]

Thank you so much Deborah

[@artisticwife4889]

You are an amazingly beautiful person on the inside and out. Your private walk is important - but, you don't have to walk alone...each and every one of us has your back and will be here when you're ready. You have amazing parents and such a strong circle of friends- lean into them when your heart is heavy. Lean into the little joys you find. Breathe. Coming from a performance background, I know how easy it is to judge everything we do...and we tend to internalize and question set backs based on what we perceive we could've done/seen/changed/noticed/been. Please give yourself adequate grace and know that we are responsible only for our own choices and there is nothing you did or could do to justify the wrong that was done to you. That's their burden to carry. You are the definition of class and I couldn't hold you in higher regard.

[@kathryn_morgan]

Thank you so much. xoxo

[@feedalexander8413]

It’s amazing how you made a glowing cake!!! That sounds impossible! All of your cakes are incredible, but this is just on a whole other level!!

[@laurendavis185]

First off this was awesome. Second I love you and sending you support from afar

[@Kholte]

Lauren Wolfson Yes! Some people forget that we shouldn't expect to know every detail of people's lives on the internet. 💕

[@artisticwife4889]

I actually think this generation has it so much harder. The lines of propriety aren't as clear as they once were and silence is often taken as the "green light" for speculation when, in reality, it should be a time of reflection or support. The boundaries of work and private life are blurring and, while it makes the good times better, it often makes the bad times worse. In my opinion, it's 100% ok to say "I'm concerned and support you and ready to listen if you choose to share." It's never okay to demand to know the private lives of others.

[@pmoralesaleman7569]

"1 and 2 and... Oops, I'm early." That was so funny, ilysm

[@kendallwillis2429]

I know that you probably won't see this but I just wanted to thank you for fitting me in my Pointe shoes. I'm so happy that I got to meet you and you made my day. Your such an inspiration. Thank you😊

[@timn6378]

Use every piece of the music Continuous circles Continuous growth Flowing breath Show musicality Arm support system Cradle with the movement ( back to go front down to up left to right). Great tips!

[@ME-vr7lo]

I hope you are ok. I quit ballet when I was about 10. Not because I didn't like it, it was more than the teacher and the students around me were not nice to me and I finally decided, as a 10-year-old, to move on and get out of that bad environment. It's been a few years now and I finally started watching you. I am now going to a different studio and am enjoying ballet! Thank you for getting me back into it!!

[@miatoscane]

Thank you Katie for this amazing video full of great tips! Take care of yourself beautiful lady, we all love you!

[@leecorbien547]

1.19.21 K.M.: Your explaination of how a dancer will enhance the basic steps of adagio is definitive of the artistry of the character of ballet that surpasses technique alone. That, the adagio, and rather than a position statically held, but instead, and by the upper body (arms _and_ head) in motion continueing and precisely to offset the lower limbs stationary that, that a development fluid & balanced may be created & expressed makes of ballet a living classical art form. Your love of the art, of true & accurate appreciation, has made of you a valuable & genuine teacher. (Honestly, have you not considered writing a book?) Many, many thanks. Please, stay in the best of health, & with ever evolving success & happiness. Bon courage. D.C.

[@danijelam.4328]

Thank you for the video. Lots of love & support. You got me through some really tough times. I wish you all the best. We are here for you, too. Xoxo

[@elisakotilainen5089]

Another amazing video! I’m so sorry that you’re going through hard times, and I’m giving you all my love and support

[@edanalord3163]

Perfect timing - working on adagio with my class next week. Can't wait to share these excellent tips with them! ❤

[@missrebeccadance]

Thank you for this video, it was very helpful. Praying for strength and peace for whatever you might be facing right now.

[@strawberry1025]

Many blessings, comfort and much support to you Katie from all of us. We are here for you xx

[@sophiewoods4709]

Kathryn. I love the videos so much, you've really helped me regain my confidence, and have inspired me to start ballet again.

[@alisonbramham7797]

Take care Katie!! and thank you for all you are doing!!

[@somegirl11]

Your videos are so concise and helpful! I am so grateful for your work!!

[@joannedelapie3072]

Thank you so much for this video Kathryn! Take your time! We will still be there, no matter what!

[@SG-ge3pf]

We're sending you all of our love and support! Stay strong Katie!

[@gaytrepagnier5406]

So glad to see you! I was concerned that you hadn't posted in a while! Be well and take care we will be here when you are in a better space.

[@Kholte]

You are an inspiration! Your videos have been the highlight of KZbin for me for the last several years and I feel like I know you almost! ;). Take good care of yourself and please don't feel like you owe us any explanation! You are amazing and we are praying for you!

[@saeedawhitaker2460]

You’re so beautiful and talented!!! And thank you for the teaching videos, they are so helpful and clear.

[@_uoow]

Thank you so much ❣️kathryn I’ve watch all of your vids and it really I mean really helped me alot, I just started dancing a month ago.... even though i started late like I’m 13 years old today but with you as a teacher I have really improved in my dancing skills... thank you so much for your help❤️❤️❤️ILYSM😘Stay BEAUTIFUL and Keep DANCING💖

[@veronicaa1302]

Take as much time as you need Katie! We are here for you whenever you are ready! ❤️

[@praiselove8471]

I love you Katie know that I'm Praying for you and I want you to know that no weapon formed against you shall prosper!!!!

[@rosalindnewman1254]

Thank you for another beautiful video. You teach valuable lessons, not only to your students and other dancers, but to everyone to put themselves first in their lives by caring for self first. Be well. Many loving thoughts to you. 🌹

[@minat5175]

I also wanted to show my support and say that admire you so much and hope you take all the time you need to get through things. I'm always in awe of you and your work, and I know that you are incredibly strong and patient. Sending you all the love I have! xoxoxo

[@sunny-vg6ec]

Hi Katie, miss your videos and vlogs! Hope all gets sorted out for you. You're such an inspiration!

[@meaghanparent8740]

HI Kathryn, I am so sorry things are tough right now. Sending you lots and lots of love xoxoxo

[@kennedyculver9267]

❤ I really just wanted to let you know how much your videos help, so thank you

[@Beth-sn9ip]

This is helpful to someone who is not a ballet dancer but simply a ballet appreciator. it's helpful to know the nuances. And now that you mention it it makes total sense

[@Teverell]

I'm so sorry things are tough right now. Stay strong, it'll work out. *hugs* (and totally randomly, that is the most gorgeous leotard ever!)

[@penelopepolinsneemeyer4757]

Katie cariad, those of us who have grown to love you are here for you and happy to wait until you feel ready to update us. Please don’t worry about us because we’re all here praying for you and willing you to be happy and well. G-d bless you sweetie xxxxxxxx

[@rachel_swy]

I don’t even learn ballet i just love watching this....I hv been thru some hardship that involves a family member.... it is the worse....sending so much love your way!!!!!

[@jenriv89]

Hi Kathryn, I was wondering why I hadn't seen your videos in my feed. Sending love from afar that everything works out for the better. Take care of you; we're all here supporting you.

[@bookwormballerina53]

I really really enjoyed this video. I am definately not the kind of dancer that can have their leg to their ear, and so adagio was always my worst thing. I have an audition tomorrow and hopefully this will help, thank you so so much !

[@juliareder1697]

I am not a very accomplished dancer when it comes to adage, but I love it none the less. I loved this video, also just wanted to add a tidbit that I've been learning more about from my newer dance teacher this dance season is that if you do stop in adagio it has to be for a reason sometimes pause is a nice addition to your movement. if you add your breath after a pause in your porte de bras it can add intention to your movement. I think it's just valuable to remember to have a plan in your head of how you want to make the exercise look within the choreography. I'm still learning how to plan ahead in my dancing like this but I've found it really helps me enjoy dancing more and stay calmer which always makes things look better. Always love your videos Kathryn hello from Canada!

[@valeriarechysalcedo661]

Hope things get better for you, and thanks for your videos, they are great and I learn a lot.

[@kaelinli2753]

I feel like every correction and tip in this video was directed at me lol. I have the most trouble with arms and head/face so my adagio leaves something to be desired. Thank you for this video! I will be rewatching it religiously!

[@meaghanparent8740]

P.s Also wanted to say that I think you are so incredibly beautiful, inspiring, authentic, and amazing in every way!!!

[@maartjevanhoute9434]

I love this video, and I also love your studio!❤️ Take your time, we will wait😉🌹 Lots of love💗

[@norasverredal1941]

As someone who is relatively new to ballet I would love to see a video about epaulement!

[@hannahnoeltrenary1725]

So so helpful! thank you so much I always love your vids.

[@jessijacobs8]

Sooo helpful!! Thanks Kathryn!!

[@NatalieOrr]

Loved it! So helpful, thank you so much! I'm not a petit allegro person at all so I really need to make the most out of my adagio! Will be thinking about this in the run up to my RAD Intermediate exam. Thank you for the constant inspiration and motivation! :)

[@rebeckagwin5992]

Love you, praying for you!!!!

[@Luthien_Amalanya]

Love you Katie! Very helpful video! 💕❤️

[@jetetendu971]

Beautiful, as always😍😍💗💗

[@MarjellchenPfeffer]

I just stumbled over your Video. I am not a dancer but performer and teacher and I enjoyed watching you how explained the adagio so much. Especially your warmth and humor. Hope you are doing fine these days. Lots of good wishes from Germany.

[@jimkey920]

Thank you for your videos. They are so helpful.

[@rhythmicelegance4670]

I have a rhythmic gymnastics solo gala performance coming up soon and this was truly helpful! Thank you! Best wishes!

[@jessieborrell1856]

Thank you for the video, these are great tips. I'm sorry you're going through a difficult time. :( I hope that things start turning around for you. Wishing you the best!

[@MissVonDunajew]

The Ulyana effect as I call it, it takes every corner of the note and never stops. That leotard on you is divine! thanks a lot for this one!

[@andreia4541]

I Kathryn, I'm a big fan from Portugal. You are amazing. This video is so great I'll show it to my students

[@wilma70msp]

thank youuuu needed this!!❤️

[@anacarolinaperesbatista7896]

Come back Kathryn Morgan, you are an inspiration!

[@eimandin9130]

Wow now I’m learning this💕 thank you

[@sierrataylor3066]

Always so helpful❤️❤️❤️

[@nicolechampeau8432]

Yayyy!!! Katie's back!

[@abbyhealy1133]

this was so helpful!! 💗💗

[@jasminewat2662]

I love the intro to this video! xx

[@jasminedoyle1724]

Lovely video as always!

[@daniellebraasch9581]

Great tips!

[@lindseybelsky4065]

This video is AMAZING ! I hope all is well😘

[@bunheadladymelody3355]

Despite my love hate with Adagio but I agree with you that it's a opportunity to show musicality

[@yanghaoran9567]

so cute. I like you soooooo much Kathryn. Thank you for all those good videos

[@chantalsnelder2423]

Thanks for the video Katie! My ballet teacher used to say 'move in the water' and 'through the nutella' when doing adagio (yes really! It sounds funny but makes sense)

[@rubyjanzen5949]

Hi Kathryn! I was wondering if you could make a video on how to write down ballet combinations, it would help me a lot! And I think a lot of others would like to know how to do it best! 💕💕

[@jinghanliu9963]

I really LOVE your tips! Could you please do a video on how to relax quads and hip flexors? I know I’m supposed to do that but my body just won’t listen! Quads and hip flexors are always on fire when I do any extensions / develope’s / stretching etc. How can I calm them down?

[@erinlynn228]

THANK YOU!!!

[@gabbimudrow5484]

You are such an amazing teacher! I've learned so much from you as a student and as a teacher. Right now I teach a pre pointe class and a beginning pointe class. Do you have an tips for helping my girls to dance with energy and passion? I feel like they don't want to improve and they don't want to push themselves? Is there a way I can help fix this? I'm not sure if it is something you can teach but if you have any suggestions I would really appreciate it! I know you're going through a lot of things. Stay stong! You are amazing and I love you so much!!!

[@stellamehlhoff1884]

Thank you, Kathryn! I'm sorry you are going through a hard time, and I wish you the best. When you are feeling up to it, do you have any advice on improving big leaps and jumps in general? How to get better height especially?

[@jeanienguyen1543]

adagio queen!

[@laurene1389]

Just saw your added comment...whatever you are going through, I'm so sorry. I hope your health and your family's health are ok. You deserve as much privacy as you want/need. Take your time and do what is best for you. Sending love and support your way!

[@ErinCarner]

Dancers! Every month I post videos of song suggestions to choreograph Contemporary Dance Dances/Combos to! Hopefully they will inspire you to create!

[@ella6759]

katie your leotard in this is beautiful. sending lots of love xx

[@madisonstone9725]

Thank you so much for these. Could you do a video that focuses on grand plies in center? Especially in second and fifth position?

[@happybrasato]

Is so hard! But beautiful

[@cocolinabt]

Hi Katie- I have a question if you happen to do another Q&A in the future some time: I was wondering the other day about how it is decided who goes in the first group or whenever in classes at SAB or who is partnering whom or where everyone stands at the barre and all that kind of stuff...

[@sariedelden1982]

''like you tell the little tiny people'' LOL

[@goldnthang2877]

Gosh I say exactly these things constantly to my kids! Going to show them this today. LOL

[@katygoodrich3256]

Could you do a video on how to do larger jumps?

[@jennifermiller1095]

Hi Kathryn! I hope things are going better for you! I hope you don't mind me randomly asking for some advice. I've only recently discovered your AMAZING tutorials. I'm just beginning to get back into some movement after about 20 years because I'm now directing a high school color guard. Do you have any advice for strengthening or building supporting knee muscles? This is something I have always struggled with because I have floating knee caps. Thanks!

[@wilma70msp]

what’s the difference between classical and balanchine hands??

[@susansauls8902]

Love from here always.💗🤗

[@pheart2381]

Even when i do barre i try to flow through the movements and tell a story with my body.

[@bethanycook8124]

Hope everything is ok!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@elsypie9834]

I know that in a rough time like this, respect and privacy are really important to heal and deal with the situation. But I just can't help but wonder... I hope it's not too serious!

[@ardnas994]

Potato On Poibte Yeah, I feel the same. Of course that we'll all wait for her no matter how long it will take and that the most important thing is that she takes care of herself. She doesn't owe us any explination, of course, but like you've said - you can't help but wonder and hope that everything ends up fine. It's probably related to Eric, so it really saddens me and makes me feel for her.

[@Erika-cw4lk]

Yes exactly.....I do respect her privacy and hope everything turns out good but I do just wonder what is going on and yes I believe it is something with Eric cause she said it was not health related but I hope everything works it self out!

[@tamei7006]

Yes things will be better in the long run! When I was you age (I‘m about 8 yrs older than you), I went through a similar hard time as you seem to have to endure right now. I thought I‘d never be happy again and that I was to blame for the wrongs someone else did to me. well you are NOT. Even though those times were horrible, in hindsight I am glad it went that way because I went to much happier places and worthier people from then on. You are a true jewel and deserve nothing but the best. Much love.

[@ashleyqiu6453]

do a summer intensive video!!

[@spottedbybarbie]

can you do a video on how to do a proper cloche? Kathryn do you accept adult students who wants to learn more about ballet for workout and as a person who loves to dance?

[@wilma70msp]

hi! could you please make a video on how to jump higher?

[@michelsub612]

Hiiii...can you make a video about pas couru??thank youuu

[@Ninix-go9oc]

I just watched your tipps on what you need to be a professional ballet dancer. And I wanted to ask if I could practice myself, because we don't have the financial support to have me go to practice five days a week.

[@missarthemis]

thank you, Kathryn! great tips, but I still hate adagio though...

[@rachmckenna1233]

I understand that u r experiencing a hard time but I do hope that u riding so,etching to allow urself to have a break and relax even if it is only a minute sometimes it will help ur thoughts and thinking. When I dance after a bad day I can turn out to be 1000000x happier even if I still have to come home to my mum or Dad who is mad at me and grounding me I will think 10000000x clearer too! I hope this helps and please if u r to take anything from my boring comment please be either try to turn ur negatives round and see the positives more and/or experience a distraction even for only a minute o relax and relieve the pressure we build up during tough times. I hope I have helped u out and I love you, ur fan base loves you and we all (especially me) send all my love and positive energy to you and hope that things do get better for u. I love you so much and want to let u know u r my inspiration to dance particularly ballet and I want to make a career out of it! Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx rachel ❤️🌹😘

[@jonesmir08]

I hope you are doing okay. I was wondering if you have a video on ballet class etiquette? I’ve looked but I may be missing it.

[@erinlynn228]

PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR FRAPEES WITH POINT SHOES!!! THANKS did I spell it right?! lol

[@savanna.tantirige6644]

Could you Please do a foutte en tournant video? thankyou 😀