This series presents a look at the greatest ballets in the history of the dance form, and some of its brightest performers. Footnotes, Vol. 9: Music of the Ballet/The Paris Opera Ballet is a study of the music of ballet, and the acclaimed Paris Opera Ballet. Host Frank Augustyn discusses music composed specifically for ballet, and interviews figures from the dance world. Outstanding performers such as Karen Kain, Natalya Makarova, Anthony Dowell, and Antoinette Sibley talk about the significance of ballet music, and the influence of the Paris Opera Ballet. ~ Alice Day, All Movie Guide