La Meri Quotes & Sayings

We have come to consider the word technique applicable only to movements that are so showy as to approach acrobatics ... — La Meri

The first expression of religion was the dance, and the first motive of the dance was religion. — La Meri

Technique-bodily control-must be mastered only because the body must not stand in the way of the soul's expression. — La Meri

Dance is the product of the necessity for pure emotional expression. — La Meri

The only reason for mastering technique is to make sure the body does not prevent the soul from expressing itself. — La Meri