Choreographer Quote by George Balanchine
“Dancers are instruments, like a piano the choreographer plays.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Conversation with George Balanchine, 1975
Dancers function as tools for the choreographer, expressing ideas through movement like an instrument producing sound.
In simple terms: Dancers are tools for choreographers.
Key Takeaway
Treat dancers as expressive instruments.
Themes
art
creativity
collaboration
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
artistic
collaborative
When to use this quote
- dance rehearsal
- performance
- teaching choreography
Key Concepts
choreography
embodiment
expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect dancer autonomy?
- Can choreography honor dancer individuality?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify dancers' agency.
