I am still using these classes even after the pandemic when I can't get to a ballet class or it is raining outside. Always so good to return to Ernst and Rex and know that they are still there on UA-cam.
I am71 years old and I have been inspired by these classes. Today is the first time since beginning them that I have been able to balance on one leg. Thank You!
Deep compliments to Rex for the fantastic musical arrangements and often of many important piano pieces. A very special concert in itself! And always thanks to Ernst for this marvellous and smiling lesson! Great pleasure!
With this dance method, I make a lot of progress, especially on memory; I remember each exercise better and better. The teacher gives me confidence and the pianist is great, his music helps me a lot to develop the movements and to remember everything. With all my heart I thank you. Take care Anne from France
Ernst and Rex, at this moment you are the national heroes from the National Ballet, keeping the dancing community fit, healthy and happy. Thank you SO MUCH for these classes, they mean a lot to me and to many others.
So fabulous. Mr Meisner is WONDERFUL. THANK YOU for these lessons! & Rex Lobo is fabulous also. THANK YOU. Having a live pianist for class every morning is something I miss!
As I child loved ballet classes but my father always thought it was not worth it to pay for classes. I used to live in front of a ballet academy and they let me in to watch classes when ever I wanted. These classes remind me of that period of my life: Watch, memorize and learn and by your own place practice and enjoy!!
Thank you. I struggled a little with some fast combinations, but this is a great class. Great teacher and great pianist. I admire the turnout and footwork of the teacher. One of the best pianists I heard in ballet classes.
I just re-watched it and my jaw dropped when Rex did the frappe music. That was brilliant and ecstatic. I wish I was on that very room witnessing it. Stunning piano skills there Rex. And of course, Ernst Meisner, you are extraordinary.
I’m still dancing with you in semi shut down in Los Angeles, California. Ernst may be my ballet teacher all year long! Each time I do a class, I focus on something to work on whether it be extension or alignment, strength or musicality. Thank you again, Ernst and Rex for sharing your talents with us.
Amazing class. I'm a retired Cecchetti dancer. I'm currently recovering from a torn ACL and meniscus (from rock climbing, not dancing) and have been using ballet barre to supplement my physical therapy. Since discovering this series online, I've gotten SO much stronger and reignited my passion for dance. I can't thank you enough!
Still doing these classes in review and they still make me happy! My ballet classes are still not open. Thanks again for all of the hard work in making these! :)
The great thing about your online classes is that we get to repeat them! Thank you, Ernst and Rex, I hope that these videos will remain available for future use.
To have something so beautiful to look forward to every day has been such a blessing. I love to do the work, move to the beautiful music and lose myself for awhile. Thank you again!...from Chicago
I want to thank publicly the great work that Ernest is being developing during this difficult times. His charisma, great technique that are put at the Barr in a perfect way. Ernest you can not imagine the size of the work that you are developing for the people that are not able to go on stage now, and also people that make ballet because the love to this beautiful expression of the human being One more time, thank you Ernst , have a great 2022!!!
Thank you again from Cape Town!this is a happy reminder of what I love most about being a ballet pianist...the synergy between excellent teaching and creative improv!its the best!
I love this class! The simplicity of the combinations allows an adult ballet student to really focus on her technique and enjoy the juiciness of the movement while recovering from injuries. Thank you so much for your generosity!
So appreciative to your generosity in providing these wonderful classes. Love the combinations and music! Thank you Ernst and Rex. I look forward to your classes.
love it, per usual! This was a perfect way to stretch out my legs after my run today and I was already war,ed up, so my legs and feet were ready. Thank you so much for these classes. I know I've stated it previously on other vides, but these classes have been a lifesaver for me and have truly restored my love of dance.
He is very good. Clear, precise instructions, no nonsense, just do it! And, unlike many teachers, he actually does the moves to show you how to do it. And, don't forget the pianist. He is greatfor that type of music. Having good real live piano music makes a big difference. It inspires to greater effort. I absolutely detest modern music played for ballet or even just for warm up exercises. Especiallywhen over a bad PA system from some dreadful recording on an ancient CD player, like one often gets in many ballet studios. OK for many dancerswho only hear beats and rhythm ie are tone deaf, no musicality, just focussed on the physical, like they need to be, to concentrate intensely. But it really does grate and distract any dancer who does happen to be musical, too.
I just have finished your barre class very gladly. Your class gives me a memory of time I have class before with my frends dancers. Many thanks to you and piano man.
Thank you so much for these Barre classes! They are so easy to follow along with and really help me get some exercise in during this quarantine time! :) THANK YOU
The teacher and pianist are great! Still doing only these online classes and have found that my inner muscles and feet much stronger now. My balance have improved also. Thank you guys!
These classes are really helpful. They allow to focus on the work of each muscle and to make correct every movement. And Mr. Meisner is so smiley and elegant! Really thankful for these classes espacially during this lock down period. Looking forward for other classes, it would be great to have some center more! Really thankful 🙏✨
Rex is the GOAT! Love your work and your sense of humour. Thank you so much Ernst - really enjoy your combos. They're fun and are keeping me on my toes (literally and figuratively). These classes are helping me to get me through these challenging times. To all the crew and other staff behind the scenes at Dutch National - thank you so much for being so generous to put theses classes up on youtube for anyone to partake. Many thanks and well wishes from Australia!
Excellent teacher! Thank you so much for helping us get through this period. Many greetings from France. PS Piano-player deserves a standing ovation, simply amazing how he captures rhythm and breathing of dance. MERCI!!
This was just what I needed today. Thank you! Somehow, Ernst and Rex, you bring out the best in me! Thank you for your wonderful teaching style! Lots of good wishes from Florida!!
These classes keep me in shape and I really see the progress of my lessons. So grateful to have opportunity join that! Also thank you Rex for the musical arrangements, especially "Petrushka" piece for frappe :) Send love from Russia!
Thank you Ernst and lovely pianist Rex - I've been enjoying all your classes - such a great lunch time work break or end of day treat for me. Best wishes from Toronto.
I completed this barre this morning though I felt very heavy and tired. Maybe what I ate yesterday. Thank you for presenting these, without them I'd be lost💗
Thank you soooooooo much Ernst and Rex! Absolutely loving these classes & your amazing energy, truly some of my favorite ballet barres. I hadn't taken class in almost a year and my love of ballet is rekindled ❤
Thank you so much for this amazing offering again. Helping us connected through what we love and with dancers around the globe during this difficult time is the best gift, you are making an enormous difference! Thank you, Ernst, Rex, and all the tech and administrative staff who have been contributing to this amazing gift! Please stay safe and well!
I love taking these classes, thank you! The combinations progress so nicely. I really feel like his barre sets me up on my supporting leg & gets my hips underneath me. Rex is a wonderful pianist as well. His music is beautiful & inspiring. Thank you so much! I hope you continue posting more ballet barres. I do them every day!
Thank you so much!!! I was having trouble to find classes that I liked before! And thank you so much to all the people that are involved in this project! Lots of love from Brazil! 🥰 And take care!
Thank you so much for these I’m still doing them and they are so helpful for a single mom getting back into shape, I did ballet my whole pregnancy but haven’t been able to go back to class.
Thank you so much for these classes! They bring me half an hour of escape everyday and some sort of normality in these crazy times. Can't wait for the next ones! Stay safe 💃🕺
Thank you yet again for another outstanding barre class. I have done and saved all of them so far, and look forward to continuing keeping in shape and learning more from your team.
I am still using these classes even after the pandemic when I can't get to a ballet class or it is raining outside. Always so good to return to Ernst and Rex and know that they are still there on UA-cam.
It’s 2024 and me too, especially this one it’s my go to
Same here! Love them!
No one:
Ernst: "Great stuff🥰"
Ahahahahgagah i love these lessons 😭
I am71 years old and I have been inspired by these classes. Today is the first time since beginning them that I have been able to balance on one leg. Thank You!
Wow that is super impressive!! Keep going
I love this teacher. I have done every class from 1 to 5 and couldn't wait for #6. I wish he came to teach at steps on Broadway in NYC.
Yes! I second that - pls come to Steps on Broadway, Ernst & Rex
Deep compliments to Rex for the fantastic musical arrangements and often of many important piano pieces. A very special concert in itself! And always thanks to Ernst for this marvellous and smiling lesson! Great pleasure!
With this dance method, I make a lot of progress, especially on memory; I remember each exercise better and better. The teacher gives me confidence and the pianist is great, his music helps me a lot to develop the movements and to remember everything.
With all my heart I thank you.
Take care
Anne from France
We're glad that you like our classes Anne! ❤️
Ernst and Rex, at this moment you are the national heroes from the National Ballet, keeping the dancing community fit, healthy and happy. Thank you SO MUCH for these classes, they mean a lot to me and to many others.
So fabulous. Mr Meisner is WONDERFUL.
THANK YOU for these lessons!
& Rex Lobo is fabulous also.
THANK YOU.
Having a live pianist for class every morning is something I miss!
Talentedtadpole my sentiments exactly! It’s such a treat!
Ernst’s smile at the end of frappes is the most wholesome thing I’ve seen in the last day. Thank you for making our year so much better!
As I child loved ballet classes but my father always thought it was not worth it to pay for classes. I used to live in front of a ballet academy and they let me in to watch classes when ever I wanted. These classes remind me of that period of my life: Watch, memorize and learn and by your own place practice and enjoy!!
Thank you for sharing your story, we are glad that you enjoy our classes! 🙏
oh my goodness, Rex's sweet playful piano ending and Ernst's sweet smile.
Thank you for your sweet comment :)
Thank you. I struggled a little with some fast combinations, but this is a great class. Great teacher and great pianist. I admire the turnout and footwork of the teacher. One of the best pianists I heard in ballet classes.
I just re-watched it and my jaw dropped when Rex did the frappe music. That was brilliant and ecstatic. I wish I was on that very room witnessing it. Stunning piano skills there Rex. And of course, Ernst Meisner, you are extraordinary.
I’m still dancing with you in semi shut down in Los Angeles, California. Ernst may be my ballet teacher all year long! Each time I do a class, I focus on something to work on whether it be extension or alignment, strength or musicality. Thank you again, Ernst and Rex for sharing your talents with us.
I use these classes everyday! So grateful 🙏 ☺️
my summer classes begin ❤ thanks for these videos I’ve been using them for years
Timestamps:
Warm-up - Intro: 0:26 Exercise: 1:18
Plies - Intro: 3:12 Exercise: 4:30
Tendu from First - Intro: 8:18 Exercise: 9:08
Tendu from Fifth - Intro: 11:08 Exercise: 12:00
Jete - Intro: 13:54 Exercise: 14:35
Faster Jete - Intro: 16:25 Exercise: 17:05
Rond de Jambe - Intro 17:47 Exercise: 19:10
Fondu - Intro: 22:46 Exercise: 23:34
Frappe - Intro: 25:44 Exercise: 26:38
Adage - Intro: 27:47 Exercise: 28:36
Grand Battement - Intro: 30:54 Exercise: 31:38
Ending exercise 33:04
Thanks so much for ur time stamps!!!! I use the all the time! ❤
Thank you so much! The pianist is great, too. Greetings from Berlin.
Amazing class. I'm a retired Cecchetti dancer. I'm currently recovering from a torn ACL and meniscus (from rock climbing, not dancing) and have been using ballet barre to supplement my physical therapy. Since discovering this series online, I've gotten SO much stronger and reignited my passion for dance. I can't thank you enough!
I love these classes and I am so grateful that they are posted for free. Thank you Nationale Opera & Ballet!!
❤️ !!!
Still doing these classes in review and they still make me happy! My ballet classes are still not open. Thanks again for all of the hard work in making these! :)
Rex, Ernst, You're my friends. Thanks so much. Again.
The great thing about your online classes is that we get to repeat them! Thank you, Ernst and Rex, I hope that these videos will remain available for future use.
Love, love, loving your classes here in Canada.
To have something so beautiful to look forward to every day has been such a blessing. I love to do the work, move to the beautiful music and lose myself for awhile. Thank you again!...from Chicago
I want to thank publicly the great work that Ernest is being developing during this difficult times. His charisma, great technique that are put at the Barr in a perfect way. Ernest you can not imagine the size of the work that you are developing for the people that are not able to go on stage now, and also people that make ballet because the love to this beautiful expression of the human being
One more time, thank you Ernst , have a great 2022!!!
Love this man with all my heart. Thank you for class!
Ready and waiting from a sunny Algarve!
Thank you again from Cape Town!this is a happy reminder of what I love most about being a ballet pianist...the synergy between excellent teaching and creative improv!its the best!
These barre classes are fantastic and bring me so much peace and joy. Thank you!
We are glad you are enjoying it! Tomorrow on 6.30 pm (CET) we are streaming a new class from Ernst, so check it out! 🩰
I love this class! The simplicity of the combinations allows an adult ballet student to really focus on her technique and enjoy the juiciness of the movement while recovering from injuries. Thank you so much for your generosity!
Rex at the end, lol.
I love these videos! Thank you so much for doing these.
Thank you very much to all of you for sharing your incredible talent, greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷❤️
So appreciative to your generosity in providing these wonderful classes. Love the combinations and music! Thank you Ernst and Rex. I look forward to your classes.
Loves these classes - so glad they’re still online!
almost 35 min and I wish everyone could see how mush work is behind. Bravo to everyone there exellend job!!!
Ahhh I love what Rex did at the very end!😂👍
love it, per usual! This was a perfect way to stretch out my legs after my run today and I was already war,ed up, so my legs and feet were ready. Thank you so much for these classes. I know I've stated it previously on other vides, but these classes have been a lifesaver for me and have truly restored my love of dance.
Thank you so much! I love these barres and you're so friendly and welcoming. Much appreciated!
Fantastic teacher and beautiful lesson. Thank you very much!❤
I can't wait. I really like Mr. Meisner's focus on working correctly. Can we have some center please? 😊
Yes! Centre work adapted for small living rooms would be ideal :)~
Thanks for your feedback! We'll pass it on.
I love the teacher and the pianist. Their smile makes me happy :) Thank you !
Thank you very much!!!🥰
This teacher is the best!!!👍🌟
I look forward for your classes! 🙂
Ernst Meisner 🥰 ❤️💋
Rex Lobo 🥰❤️💋
Cameramen 🥰❤️💋
Love the class, love the music! Thank you both so much and thank you for keeping these classes listed.
He is very good. Clear, precise instructions, no nonsense, just do it! And, unlike many teachers, he actually does the moves to show you how to do it. And, don't forget the pianist. He is greatfor that type of music. Having good real live piano music makes a big difference. It inspires to greater effort. I absolutely detest modern music played for ballet or even just for warm up exercises. Especiallywhen over a bad PA system from some dreadful recording on an ancient CD player, like one often gets in many ballet studios. OK for many dancerswho only hear beats and rhythm ie are tone deaf, no musicality, just focussed on the physical, like they need to be, to concentrate intensely. But it really does grate and distract any dancer who does happen to be musical, too.
I just have finished your barre class very gladly. Your class gives me a memory of time I have class before with my frends dancers. Many thanks to you and piano man.
The one thing I look forward to every day! Thank you Ernst and Rex for being a bright spot in such a dark time.
Thank you, Ernst and Rex.
Ernst and Rex, the best virtual ballet teachers!!
Please a little center and jumps as you did last week. wonderful thanks
Thank you so much for these Barre classes! They are so easy to follow along with and really help me get some exercise in during this quarantine time! :) THANK YOU
Great te be of help! Thank you for joining :)
The teacher and pianist are great! Still doing only these online classes and have found that my inner muscles and feet much stronger now. My balance have improved also. Thank you guys!
These classes are really helpful. They allow to focus on the work of each muscle and to make correct every movement. And Mr. Meisner is so smiley and elegant! Really thankful for these classes espacially during this lock down period. Looking forward for other classes, it would be great to have some center more! Really thankful 🙏✨
Rex is the GOAT! Love your work and your sense of humour. Thank you so much Ernst - really enjoy your combos. They're fun and are keeping me on my toes (literally and figuratively). These classes are helping me to get me through these challenging times. To all the crew and other staff behind the scenes at Dutch National - thank you so much for being so generous to put theses classes up on youtube for anyone to partake. Many thanks and well wishes from Australia!
Thank you so much! From a dancer turned farmer in New Jersey:)
Thank you so much for this amazing classes! I'm feelling really inspired. You're fabulous Ernst and Rex!
THANK YOU!!
Excellent teacher! Thank you so much for helping us get through this period. Many greetings from France.
PS Piano-player deserves a standing ovation, simply amazing how he captures rhythm and breathing of dance. MERCI!!
Thank you for making these ballet barres available to us. Ernst and Rex, you are both wonderful.
I'm following your classes for the second time. The more I do them, the more I enjoy them :-) Thank you very much!! Take care!
Thank you Ernst and Rex for another great class. :)
Thank you Ernst, your combinations are awesome. Thank you Rex for the lovely music. I love these classes.
This is the best things I've found all quarantine! Thank you so much
Beautiful classes with wonderful pianist. Thank you from New York,
This was just what I needed today. Thank you! Somehow, Ernst and Rex, you bring out the best in me! Thank you for your wonderful teaching style! Lots of good wishes from Florida!!
Loved the combinations in this one! I've been doing all your vids. Thank you so much for your help during these tough times.
Muy buenas clases de Mr Meisner.Excelente Musica
Thank you for the class Erstn this is absolutely great!
And a marvellous to thank you so Rex too !
Enyoy your day
Thank you very much. I look forward to these classes every week.
Thank you so much for the classes, here from China
Great smooth barre that combines well with the center video. Thanks gain :)
These classes keep me in shape and I really see the progress of my lessons. So grateful to have opportunity join that! Also thank you Rex for the musical arrangements, especially "Petrushka" piece for frappe :)
Send love from Russia!
THank you again from Chicago! You help me get me through my day.
Beautiful music by Mr. Rex and lovely class! Thank you for helping me get back into ballet again!
Thank you so much for your talent and generosity Mr. Ernst & Mr. Rex!!
Super!! I'm waiting from France!!
Great! Have fun!
Thank you once more for a lovely class, Ernst and Rex. I already feel like you too are my good ballet friends that I meet three times a week" 💝
Another great class! Thank you Maestro Ernst; thank you Maestro Rex! Love to you from California - I'll see you soon :D
Thank you very much Mr. Ernst and Mr. Rex, these classes have been very helpful. Warm greetings from Indonesia!
Thank you so much! Ernst is a stellar instructor and Rex is wonderful - the frappe exercise music was fantastic.
Thank you for a great class! And thank you Rex for the beautiful music!
Can't wait! Love from the Philippines ❤️
Thank you so much!It´s a pleasure...I wish you a happy monday.
These barres are wonderful! Thank you so much for making these available!
Dear Ernst, your classes are my favorite ballet classes available online, I enjoyed doing all of them! Thank you so much for sharing with us!
Thank you Ernst and lovely pianist Rex - I've been enjoying all your classes - such a great lunch time work break or end of day treat for me. Best wishes from Toronto.
Thanks so much again, Ernst and Rex!! Love your classes!
I completed this barre this morning though I felt very heavy and tired. Maybe what I ate yesterday. Thank you for presenting these, without them I'd be lost💗
Thank you soooooooo much Ernst and Rex! Absolutely loving these classes & your amazing energy, truly some of my favorite ballet barres. I hadn't taken class in almost a year and my love of ballet is rekindled ❤
This is the best ones so far! These keep getting better, thank you!!
Thank you so much for this amazing offering again. Helping us connected through what we love and with dancers around the globe during this difficult time is the best gift, you are making an enormous difference! Thank you, Ernst, Rex, and all the tech and administrative staff who have been contributing to this amazing gift! Please stay safe and well!
Thank you Hiroko! Stay safe.
I love taking these classes, thank you! The combinations progress so nicely. I really feel like his barre sets me up on my supporting leg & gets my hips underneath me. Rex is a wonderful pianist as well. His music is beautiful & inspiring. Thank you so much! I hope you continue posting more ballet barres. I do them every day!
Thanks as always. A real highlight in these crazy times
Thank you very much for the great lesson!!!
Thank you for this sixth Barre I love it . MARYSe. Have a good day.
Another great barre, Ernst! I usually take at Boston Ballet's school. Some day you should guest teach there!
Thanks again for your class, Ernst and Rex, always a pleasure to do it with you. Greetings from Berlin!
Thank you so much!!! I was having trouble to find classes that I liked before!
And thank you so much to all the people that are involved in this project!
Lots of love from Brazil! 🥰
And take care!
Thank you so much for these I’m still doing them and they are so helpful for a single mom getting back into shape, I did ballet my whole pregnancy but haven’t been able to go back to class.
Thank you so much for these classes! They bring me half an hour of escape everyday and some sort of normality in these crazy times. Can't wait for the next ones! Stay safe 💃🕺
Thank you yet again for another outstanding barre class. I have done and saved all of them so far, and look forward to continuing keeping in shape and learning more from your team.