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What was George Balanchine famously recognized as?

  • The Godfather of Modern Art

  • The King of Classical Dance

  • The Pioneer of Jazz

  • The Father of American Ballet

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George Balanchine is famously recognized as the Father of American Ballet. Balanchine was a Russian-born dancer, choreographer, and ballet director who had a profound impact on the development of ballet in the United States. He founded the New York City Ballet in 1948 and served as its artistic director until his death in 1983. Balanchine's ballets are characterized by their precision, clarity, and musicality.
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