Ballet Icon and New City Ballet Founder George Balanchine’s Birthday, 1-22-1904

George Balanchine, Founder of

New York City Ballet

Aquarius Sun, Pisces Moon, Cancer Ascendant

God creates, I do not create. I assemble and I steal everywhere to do it – from what I see, from what the dancers can do, from what others do. George Balanchine

 

It’s not surprising that Mr. Balanchine, the father of neo classical ballet, is an Aquarius. His imagination and vision were well ahead of his time. He had a talent for bringing out the individuality of his dancers and bringing them to the edge of their capability. Yet, he also cherished the oneness of his dancers, and took pride in his collective vision of perfection.

As the 11^th sign of the zodiac Aquarius sees the big picture, and needs to make a special contribution to the future- whether this involves a community, social movement, or humanitarian cause, Aquarius is born with a mission. Mr. Balanchine’s devotion to his dancers, which eventually (with the assistance Lincoln Kirstein) became New York City Ballet, is now historical, yet still lives in the future as through his creation of the Balanchine technique.

Musicality was Mr. Balanchine’s greatest gift, as he had great respect for music in its own right. With the Moon in Pisces, the most musical sign of the zodiac, he had a natural sense of rhythm, and flow. A trained classical pianist, he likely could just as easily been a composer. With his rising sign in Cancer, the sign of family and nurturing, Mr. Balanchine was comfortable taking on a father role-feeling personally responsible for the welfare of his dancers, and taking care of them. He was known for his generosity and loyalty, for once a dancer was chosen to ride under his wing, the sky would emerge and reveal the brightest stars.

Want to know more about this legendary ballet icon? Check out San Francisco Ballet’s article “Who is George Balanchine” https://www.sfballet.org/explore/articles/who_is_george_balanchine

 

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Capricorn Dancer’s Moira Shearer’s Birthday~ January 17, 1926

Moira Shearer, Michael Powell’s The Red Shoes

Moira Shearer

Capricorn Sun, Pisces Moon, Leo Ascendant

 

Boris Lermontov: Why do you want to dance? Victoria Page: Why do you want to live?  Boris Lermontov : Well I don’t know exactly why, er, but I must.

Victoria Page: That’s my answer too.  

                                              

                                                         Dialogue from The Red Shoes 

 

 

Moira Shearer is most famous for her starring role in the classic dance film, The Red Shoes, directed by  Hollywood icon Michael Powell. Born on January 17, 1926, Ms. Shearer is a Capricorn. As the zodiac’s 10th sign, Capricorn is the zenith of the zodiac, and thrives on ambition. Saturn, the planet of realism, is Capricorn’s ruler. Thus, even though Capricorn has high hopes, she (or he) is not afraid to work hard-because it builds character, Capricorn’s most notable virtue.

With her moon in Pisces, the zodiac’s most imaginative sign, Ms. Shearer was also a dreamer who was known for her sensitivity. Her Leo ascendant made her a natural performer who adored the spotlight. The sign on the ascendant, (or rising sign), reflects ones public image, physical appearance,  and demeanor. Her infamous red hair and dramatic eyes gave her a lioness quality that is quintessentially Leo.

 

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President’s Day~

TERPSICHORE IN THE CHARTS OF OUR PRESIDENTS & OTHER

GREAT MEN

Abraham Lincoln has the strongest Terpsichore Signature of all the U.S. Presidents. What’s really interesting is his Terpsichore placement matches that of two other notable figures in history, Shakespeare, master of words and Michael Phelps, master of strokes. Lincoln, perhaps could be seen as the master orator. All these men, in this way, were the master of rhythm, the rhythm of words, the rhythm of strokes, and the rhythm of speech, all within the context of flow in this human dimension we call time.

So, what is it exactly that these three men, Abraham Lincoln Michael Phelps, and William Shakespeare share, in regards to Terpsichore? How exactly does Terpsichore tie them all together? They all have Terpsichore tightly joined with the most spiritual part of the horoscope, the North Node.

In Lincoln’s case, I believe Terpsichore is reflective of the story-teller,the orator, the political poet, if you will, which was so emphasized in Spielberg’s film. Perhaps Lincoln’s words were destined to live long after his death. Perhaps the spirit of his language was meant to be shared in a much deeper way than we’ll ever know~

Happy Valentine’s Day!

A Valentine’s Message

There is actually an asteroid called Valentine. It happens to be in the last degree of Pisces. Anthropologist and dancer Katherine Dunham happened to have Valentine in this same degree in her natal horoscope. Pisces can be pretty selfless when it comes to love, especially when it’s at the very last degree. It’s like the last drop of rain falling into eternity…pure,open, and cleansing.

Lets also remember Pisces is the ‘dancing’ sign of the zodiac. It’s clear dance is where Katherine Dunham’s heart was. Today, we can experience a little taste of the dancing spirit in our hearts! A violin concerto, Chopin, some African Drums, or even just the simple joy of hearing ‘Happy Valentine’s Day’! Let it make your spirit dance just a little…just for a day!

Today, you may feel in your heart what it’s like to be a dancer!

DWTS Champion Donald Driver Carries Aquarius to the Top!!

DONALD DRIVER’S AQUARIUS  TERPSICHORE IN THE HEART OF THE SUN!

WAS A DANCING WITH THE STARS WIN IN THE STARS?

Donald Driver has his Aquarius Sun conjunct his Terpsichore, making a tight, applying aspect. Imagine little Terpsichore suddenly being touched and ordained by the  blinding flash of an Aquarius Sun! What a gift to have the inspiration of dance so intimately touched by the glimmer of one’s life path, one’s ‘Yellow Brick Road’ of life.   Aquarius shines with genius and solidarity.  Its  deepest values lie in its love for true connection with humanity. When Aquarians serve,  (ie. Oprah Winfrey & Abraham Lincoln), they serve for all of us without even trying. It’s simply their way… and this is the only way they could ever have it! Donald’s Dancing With The Stars Win with partner Petra Murgatroyd,  is a brilliant reflection of passion for life, the desire to break boundaries, and believing in constant growth, no matter how hard it gets~

Mars Goes Direct in Virgo~ A Baryshnikov Event

MARS GOES DIRECT IN VIRGO~

ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

A Baryshnikov Overview for all Signs~

Finally! The planet of inspired action goes direct in perfectionist Virgo. Mikhail Baryshnikov has Mars in Virgo- a great staple for what this placement is really capable of…physcial excellence. Virgo reflects the perfectionism required for ballet…the pure focus on technique. You can either do it or you can’t. There is only one right way to do it, so you must master the ‘how’ to be proficient. Much of the artistry is in the technique itself.  This is what ballet training is all about and why it’s best for dancers to start training very young if they want to be a professional. Exactitude is a prerequisite for brilliance.

To be exact, our minds must be clear so we can exist completely in the moment. Our nervous system needs to be keen and alert. It’s an odd thing, to be aggressively meditative. On one hand, the time space continuum is magnified, and  there’s the urge to master it. Yet, on the other hand, we have to lose ourself to the point where we can transcend time and space as we know it.  This process is not natural for  humans…we have to practice it. So now that Mars is direct, we can practice with more enthusiasm, fearlessness, and most of all passion…so we can finally get it right, or at least closer! As long as you let your actions speak louder than your words, you’ll be headed directly toward your target~

The Passionate Physical Precision of Baryshnikov

For all signs:

Sweep away any fear of inadequacy by  practicing getting into the zone~

ARIES

Honor your health and speed through work projects in an orderly fashion.  Get physically tuned up, and you’ll run like a brand new machine.

TAURUS

Have fun! Let yourself breathe and be picky about your creative endeavors. They have to reflect the true you. Children give you motivation and confidence.

GEMINI

Get your private life together. Be meticulously courageous when it comes to settling family issues. In other words, pick your battles carefully.

CANCER

Get clear about your negotiations. Have your facts straight. Assert your true intentions. Your fiery logic shows you can’t be pushed around.

LEO

Do do the numbers. Do they add up? If not, be diligent in getting the right answer. For there is a right answer, especially when it comes to your hard-earned money.

VIRGO

Your well-being is number one on your priority list. Fight for your right to do what you want to do. Have faith in your high expectations.

LIBRA

Try something different. By that I mean make some important decisions about changing your  psychological  ‘process’.  Make your steps small but well thought out.

SCORPIO

Go for the gold, after you’ve written down exactly how you’re going to get it. If you want to break the mold, make sure you know the rules first.

SAGITTARIUS

Plunge forward with your best foot in your career path. You know what you’re doing. Now it’s time to prove that to others. Honoring your family gives you strength.

CAPRICORN

Your intelligence can get you places you normally wouldn’t dream of visiting. Strive to make detailed plans for your own special journey, the farther away, the better.

AQUARIUS

Be clear in the boundaries you create within your financial partnerships.  Be aggressive  with uncovering all fiscal details so you can be organized and at peace.

PISCES

It’s now time to put analyses to the test and approach your relationships with a clear sense of mind. Knowing exactly what you want invigorates your personal mission.

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Mercury Squares Jupiter~ Unleash Your Genius With A Practical Approach

MERCURY IN AQUARIUS SQUARES JUPITER IN TAURUS

The Genius Within Hits Solid Ground

Mikhail Baryshinikov

Mikhail Baryshnikov is a lovely portrait of  Aquarius…inventive, adventurous…eager to change and experiment. This photo is a great visual metaphor of his going beyond the boundaries of not only classical ballet, but also Russia its self.   Aquarians are daring souls!  Of all the signs, they are the ones who are truly destined to experience the thrill of escape.  Thriving off of ‘breaking free’ from restrictions becomes a life mission for them. With today’s Aquarius event, the question arises, what does one do once freedom has arrived?  Spiritual philosopher Osho reminds us in his book, freedom, Courage to Be Yourself; there is a distinction between freedom ‘from’, and freedom ‘for’.  Also, notice that ‘be’  is capitalized. There is great importance to being yourself!  It can be quite a spectaculor, ongoing event!  Mercury’s  dance with Jupiter asks us: what can we make of our free minds?  How can we transform our freedom into comfort, pleasure, and security? Today’s cosmic energy unleashes the answers to move freely all around us. Keep your eyes and ears open for something new. Most of all, open your  mind as big as the belly of a whale… to a boundless reality that can hold the space to make sense of it all.

Dion Fortune’s 121st Birthday~

SAGITTARIUS IN THE 14th DEGREE~

 A DION FORTUNE INSPIRATION

“We take spiritual initiation when we become conscious of the Divine within us, and thereby contact the Divine without us.”    ―      Dion Fortune      

Sagittarius Unleashed

 A soaring Natalia Osipova in “La Sylphide,” choreographed by August Bournonville.

Today is the birthday of renowned occultist Dion Fortune. The Sun is at 14 degrees Sagittarius, the degree of the “Pyramids and The Sphinx”.  There are mysteries all around us, and today we may be more keen to the realm of magic as its power showers over us more heavily.  Just like animals, as humans, we also have the ability to tune into our “sixth sense” and connect with nature in countless ways. Prima ballerina Natalia Osipova is known for her miraculous leaps. Her  ethereal ‘ballon’ the lightweight quality of her jumping, is simply out of this world! My sense is this is more than just a mere physical talent, it goes deeper than the athletic instinct of a panther or tiger. I believe Ms. Osipova’s talent is  vibrational, her very spirit naturally connects with realms beyond what the ordinary eyes can see. Indeed, her very being ‘sees’  what physics like Dion Fortune ‘feels’. Unfortunately I do not know what time the Bolshoi star was born so I don’t know her rising sign, but I wouldn’t be surprised a bit if it was Sagittarius! Many astrologers say  Sagittarius is the sign of the higher mind…I think of it as a kind of psychic intelligence.  It comes and goes in moments and sometimes can be hard to hold onto because it’s so powerful. Today is a great opportunity to test ourselves and see how long we can hold on, while still keeping our feet on solid ground…or maybe not! This is part of what the dance of life is about, exploring the instinct to literally go beyond ourselves and into ourselves at the same time~

Taurus Full Moon~

FULL MOON IN TAURUS

The Earthly Luminosity of Martha Graham

The intensity of Martha Graham is akin to the magic of Taurus.  Martha was the perfect Taurus…strong, sensual, and  earthy. Martha’s artistry connected us to the pleasure of physical feeling and sensation. Her dancing opened the door to the profound experience of having a soul housed in a body. To me, this is what Taurus is all about, the pleasure and pain of the soul’s journey through the physical plane.  Tonight’s full Moon in Taurus shines on us like the light shines on Martha in this photo, bringing a revelation of divine physical sensation. So, lets treat ourselves to earthly delights on this day, whether it be though a dance, a glass of good wine, or a relaxing massage.

 Our bodies are our sole possession, a great gift from God~

Neptune Turns Direct~ A Rudolph Nureyev Moment

A NUREYEV INSPIRATION

Today Neptune turns direct at 28 degrees in Aquarius.  Dance is enlivened with adventure as the spark of artistic inspiration touches humanity. Neptune rules dance, as well as the Pisces constellation. Many of the most memorable dancers are Pisceans, Rudolph Nureyev and Nijinsky probably being the most memorable.  They were born just 5 days apart. Neptune is a powerful energy that’s expressed beautifully through imagery. It evokes mystical feeling, and to me, makes a dream come alive through the ‘windows of the soul’… I think this picture of Rudolph Nureyev says it much better than I could!