Dance magazine for adult students

Dance newsletter for adult dance students

�Blue Diamond Newsletter
��What subscribers say -- testimonials from the gonzo adult ballet vanguard
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Still wondering whether you should plunk down the cash (or should I say credit card) and subscribe to the Blue Diamond newsletter? Here's what some of our subscribers have to say.
From Miho Joyce:
"Hi Rosetta, I just received the first mail from you. Thank you!! The card was nice, because I felt I received friendship not only what I purchased."
From Mary Jane Healy:
"I received my package and really enjoyed all the newsletters and especially the t-shirt! Thank you!"
Michael Roberts writes:
"Thank you R -- I really enjoy the newsletter and your level of commitment to this is awe-inspiring. Since I have been really working on things, I am now considering going back to school to study dance therapy!"
Beth Vogel writes:
"I really like the newsletters, and I read everything in them; none of it is boring to me! Thanks again for putting this newsletter out. I really enjoy it."
From Suzan Wescott:
"I wanted to advise you of my new address so that I don't dare miss an issue of your fabulous newsletter. Keep up the great work!"
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page
Here's what Tracey Ulrich, wrote in an e-mail:
"Being a novice ballet student, I really appreciate the hints and inspiration I've received from the Blue Diamond newsletter. It's so encouraging to read tips and stories from someone who's been there! The information is very useful and the exercises to improve turnout, balance, etc. are so helpful it's like having two ballet teachers instead of one. I eagerly await the next issue!"
And another opinion, from Rochelle Abrantes:
"Just wanted to tell you that as a dancer who got a late start in dance, I found your newsletter very inspiring and extremely helpful. It's nice to know that there's hope for improvement! Your articles on turnout and flexibility were very informative. For once I actually thought about which muscles I was supposed to be using. So many of us adults get ignored in class that it really is up to us to improve our technique. With the help of your newsletter, we can finally share what works and what doesn't."
And one more, from Christina Purpura (who recently appeared in a regional ballet production of The Sleeping Beauty):
"I love your newsletter. I have followed your advice on a lot of things, and what a difference it has made. You have been an inspiration!"
From Kathy Nitta:
"I thought your article on plie was the most comprehensive I've ever read. I thought it was excellent."
From Janet Moran:
"Keep up the great work with your newsletter. Rosetta, you are such an inspiration. What you have to offer is truly needed by people like me. Although I'm in great shape, the body ain't what it used to be. People like you are what keeps me going in the midst of my frustration. God Bless You!"
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page
From Eyvonne Gratz, a subscriber who is also a registered Royal Academy of Dance teacher:
"The newsletter and T came today. Thank you. I didn't expect to see it so fast! It's very informative and written very easy to understand for someone who may not be very versed in technique -- which is good!"
Caz Atkinson writes:
"I've been meaning to write to say thanks so much for the newsletters and CD! I love that CD -- I reckon we need that in class instead of the regular 'grade' stuff, it'd be a lot more fun. :) And the newsletters are just great and full of stuff that just never occurred to me. How come no one ever suggested things like this to me before? Especially the ideas on turnout. When I asked my teacher a while back for some tips she just said, 'Oh well, you just have to practice your turnout' -- hey thanks! :-@ Why do I sometimes get the feeling that we're still in the Stone Age with ballet class in the UK . . . ."
Guys like it too. Tige Young says:
"First, let me say that I *loved* your first issue of the Blue Diamond newsletter. I am very glad that I subscribed. :-)"
I just received this note the other day from subscriber Jeana Smith:
"Received your newsletters and shirt in the mail today. Thank you very much. Of course I immediately had to skim everything. Although I am particularly interested in advice on technique, the article on older dancers and their performances was truly inspiring. Also, thanks for punching the pages. The personal touch is greatly appreciated and seldom seen these days."
From Pamela Goodlow:
"I've been enjoying reading the back issues of the newsletters. I see that they will prove invaluable to me! I just turned 45 years old and began taking my first ballet class in September . . . I find the ballet lessons incredibly fascinating (and very, VERY challenging)! Thanks so much for creating a forum for all of us out here who've decided in our manic adult years to pursue our dance dreams, and finding out that we're not alone."
From Catherine Laurier:
"I've enjoyed every single newsletter. I'm amazed how much valuable information you cram into such a small space. I also like the way you weave in your own experiences. That makes everything seem so real to me, and gives me the encouragement of a real live person, and lets me know I'm not alone in what I go through. I have really enjoyed your clear explanations of technique. Also enjoy the articles that give encouragement to us adult who might want to dare consider performing."
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page
From Mary Jennings:
"I love your newsletters. I read them and then pass them among the members of my dance group (ages 40-60). We live in the "boonies" . . . and have no formal instruction unless we go somewhere or have someone come to us to do a workshop, so your newsletters are especially useful. What a wonderful resource. Thanks!"
George Janca writes:
"Rosetta, for the past year and one-half of receiving them, the newsletters have all been wonderful and I have retained each one for reference and inspiration."
Leah Stewart says:
"I've only been back in class for a few months so I'm at that beginner's stage where I swing wildly from 'I can do this' feelings to 'I should give up now' feelings. I need fortitude and inspiration to keep me moving forward. Thanks for the website and the newsletter! And I LOVE my t-shirt -- even if my boyfriend still doesn't understand why I think it's so funny!"
Lorna Murdock says:
"[I've enjoyed most] the [newsletter] issues that addressed strengthening of core and abs and psoas. It's finally all falling into place for me, thanks in large part to your helpful hints and exercises."
Return to Blue Diamond homepage.

Our youngest subscriber: 14. Our oldest subscriber: 58 (though there may be a few even more senior, who prefer to remain incognito!).

Blue Diamond goes out across the continental US, but also finds a home in the hands of dancers in Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and Wales.

Subscribers are now performing in local ballet companies, studio recitals, conventions, and competitions.

There is a place for you in dance, whether you're any good or not, whether you ever get a moment onstage or if your concert is in your heart only.

�Blue Diamond Newsletter ��What subscribers say -- testimonials from the gonzo adult ballet vanguard
� More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Back to the Newsletter Page � Blue Diamond Store�
Still wondering whether you should plunk down the cash (or should I say credit card) and subscribe to the Blue Diamond newsletter? Here's what some of our subscribers have to say.
From Miho Joyce: "Hi Rosetta, I just received the first mail from you. Thank you!! The card was nice, because I felt I received friendship not only what I purchased." From Mary Jane Healy: "I received my package and really enjoyed all the newsletters and especially the t-shirt! Thank you!" Michael Roberts writes: "Thank you R -- I really enjoy the newsletter and your level of commitment to this is awe-inspiring. Since I have been really working on things, I am now considering going back to school to study dance therapy!" Beth Vogel writes: "I really like the newsletters, and I read everything in them; none of it is boring to me! Thanks again for putting this newsletter out. I really enjoy it." From Suzan Wescott: "I wanted to advise you of my new address so that I don't dare miss an issue of your fabulous newsletter. Keep up the great work!" More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page Here's what Tracey Ulrich, wrote in an e-mail: "Being a novice ballet student, I really appreciate the hints and inspiration I've received from the Blue Diamond newsletter. It's so encouraging to read tips and stories from someone who's been there! The information is very useful and the exercises to improve turnout, balance, etc. are so helpful it's like having two ballet teachers instead of one. I eagerly await the next issue!" And another opinion, from Rochelle Abrantes: "Just wanted to tell you that as a dancer who got a late start in dance, I found your newsletter very inspiring and extremely helpful. It's nice to know that there's hope for improvement! Your articles on turnout and flexibility were very informative. For once I actually thought about which muscles I was supposed to be using. So many of us adults get ignored in class that it really is up to us to improve our technique. With the help of your newsletter, we can finally share what works and what doesn't." And one more, from Christina Purpura (who recently appeared in a regional ballet production of The Sleeping Beauty): "I love your newsletter. I have followed your advice on a lot of things, and what a difference it has made. You have been an inspiration!" From Kathy Nitta: "I thought your article on plie was the most comprehensive I've ever read. I thought it was excellent." From Janet Moran: "Keep up the great work with your newsletter. Rosetta, you are such an inspiration. What you have to offer is truly needed by people like me. Although I'm in great shape, the body ain't what it used to be. People like you are what keeps me going in the midst of my frustration. God Bless You!" More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page From Eyvonne Gratz, a subscriber who is also a registered Royal Academy of Dance teacher: "The newsletter and T came today. Thank you. I didn't expect to see it so fast! It's very informative and written very easy to understand for someone who may not be very versed in technique -- which is good!" Caz Atkinson writes: "I've been meaning to write to say thanks so much for the newsletters and CD! I love that CD -- I reckon we need that in class instead of the regular 'grade' stuff, it'd be a lot more fun. :) And the newsletters are just great and full of stuff that just never occurred to me. How come no one ever suggested things like this to me before? Especially the ideas on turnout. When I asked my teacher a while back for some tips she just said, 'Oh well, you just have to practice your turnout' -- hey thanks! :-@ Why do I sometimes get the feeling that we're still in the Stone Age with ballet class in the UK . . . ." Guys like it too. Tige Young says: "First, let me say that I loved your first issue of the Blue Diamond newsletter. I am very glad that I subscribed. :-)" I just received this note the other day from subscriber Jeana Smith: "Received your newsletters and shirt in the mail today. Thank you very much. Of course I immediately had to skim everything. Although I am particularly interested in advice on technique, the article on older dancers and their performances was truly inspiring. Also, thanks for punching the pages. The personal touch is greatly appreciated and seldom seen these days." From Pamela Goodlow: "I've been enjoying reading the back issues of the newsletters. I see that they will prove invaluable to me! I just turned 45 years old and began taking my first ballet class in September . . . I find the ballet lessons incredibly fascinating (and very, VERY challenging)! Thanks so much for creating a forum for all of us out here who've decided in our manic adult years to pursue our dance dreams, and finding out that we're not alone." From Catherine Laurier: "I've enjoyed every single newsletter. I'm amazed how much valuable information you cram into such a small space. I also like the way you weave in your own experiences. That makes everything seem so real to me, and gives me the encouragement of a real live person, and lets me know I'm not alone in what I go through. I have really enjoyed your clear explanations of technique. Also enjoy the articles that give encouragement to us adult who might want to dare consider performing." More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Blue Diamond Store � Back to the Newsletter Page From Mary Jennings: "I love your newsletters. I read them and then pass them among the members of my dance group (ages 40-60). We live in the "boonies" . . . and have no formal instruction unless we go somewhere or have someone come to us to do a workshop, so your newsletters are especially useful. What a wonderful resource. Thanks!" George Janca writes: "Rosetta, for the past year and one-half of receiving them, the newsletters have all been wonderful and I have retained each one for reference and inspiration." Leah Stewart says: "I've only been back in class for a few months so I'm at that beginner's stage where I swing wildly from 'I can do this' feelings to 'I should give up now' feelings. I need fortitude and inspiration to keep me moving forward. Thanks for the website and the newsletter! And I LOVE my t-shirt -- even if my boyfriend still doesn't understand why I think it's so funny!" Lorna Murdock says: "[I've enjoyed most] the [newsletter] issues that addressed strengthening of core and abs and psoas. It's finally all falling into place for me, thanks in large part to your helpful hints and exercises." Return to Blue Diamond homepage.