Ballet is traditionally performed to classical music, which has been the foundation of the art form for centuries. Some of the most famous ballets, such as “Swan Lake,” “The Nutcracker,” and “The Sleeping Beauty,” are set to the music of composers like Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Prokofiev. Originating in France during the 17th century as a theatrical dance, ballet gained status as a “classical” form by the 19th century.

Source: Leotard Ballet