Josu Gallastegui || Piano Music for Ballet

A sumptuous collection of music from Russia, Poland, Hungary, and Spain, Character Dance was originally produced in 1988 in collaboration with noted teacher Marina Stavitskaya. Ideal for character class, this recording can also be used for regular ballet class - just for a lively change of pace. The mazurkas, tarantellas, and gypsy dances of ballet's folk dance tradition have never been more vibrant. Available on

INFORMATION ON JOSU'S RECORDINGS

All of Gallastegui's recordings for ballet class feature:

Repeated tracks for left and right barre

No ASCAP or BMI royalties for classroom use

Complete information for teachers on timing and tempo

Superior recording production by nationally recognized suppliers

Orders shipped within 48 hours of receipt

WHO IS JOSU GALLASTEGUI?

Josu Gallastegui is widely viewed as one of the country's leading ballet pianists, known for the excitement, imagination, and impeccable musical judgment he brings to class. Born in Bilbao, in the Basque Region of Spain, Gallastegui has won the acclaim of teachers and performers throughout the dance world. >> Read more

compact disc (in 2-CD set with Piano Music for Ballet Class) and cassette. Review playlist for a complete list of music on this recording. For a complete list of musical recordings on Character Dance (Adobe PDF version), please click below:

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