Reviews of Kunzman

• "the Nutcracker as it should be!"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Sumi Wu
  • Portland, OR

  Review of Clackamette Youth Ballet, November 19, 2008

  I have twice been a guest performer for Clackamette Youth Ballet's Nutcracker. Jacquie Kunzman has created a beautiful production. from choreography to costumes, from storytelling to stage set, every element is a work of art. Each dancer is given the opportunity to shine to the best of her or his ability.

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• "excellent classical ballet training"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Sumi Wu
  • Portland, OR

  Review of Kunzman, November 19, 2008

  Jacquie's students receive pure technical training and develop into performers with graceful line and artistic refinement. I have performed as a guest for Jacquie's annual Nutcracker production and am so impressed by the quality of every element--the choreography, the costumes, the production elements. Every dancer shines to the best of her or his ability. Jacquie is a wonderful teacher, both demanding and generous. She recognizes the abilities and needs of each individual student and gives them exactly the instruction they need to grow as a dancer.

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• "Dance Technique"

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  • • 5/5 stars
  • Lani
  • Molalla, OR

  Review of Kunzman, October 28, 2008

  Jacquie trained this dancer from Kindergarten through high school and into her college years. Her focus on detailed technique, disciplined training, and strict attention to accurate muscle development allows her dancers to pursue the world of dance in almost any format they would choose. I have seen her strong foundation of classical ballet training allow dancers to undertake successful stage performances in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theater, ball room dancing, dance team, as well as modern, and lyrical. Students return in later years with their own children for that same detailed attention to refined dance technique.
  The Clackamette Youth Ballet Nutcracker performance is entering its 12th year in Canby and it has been a joy to watch her students grow through the different levels and parts offered. As the parent of this pointed toe dancer I have been honored with the experience of learning the thrills of performance with all of its behind the scenes action as well as an appreciation for the disciplined skills necessary to reach a level of expertise that produces a photo of such grace and beauty.

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