'He's an artist from hand to toe - dancing legend stretches talent.' BY IRENE WIRSHING for the Miami Herald. <P> <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>For almost half a century, the Miami Conservatory, the oldest existing ballet school in Miami, has been the home of Robert Pike.<P>Since 1955, Pike has been inspiring, molding and training young men and women in classical dance.<P>``To see the students' improvement during class is very rewarding,'' said Pike, secretary, treasurer, and since 1998, director of the conservatory. ``I am proud to have taught so many talented students who have gone to professional companies throughout the world. Though it is sad to let the students go, it is a pleasure to see them enter professional companies.''<HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P> <A HREF="http://www.herald.com/content/today/news/dade/south/digdocs/064583.htm" TARGET=_blank>http://www.herald.com/content/today/news/dade/south/digdocs/064583.htm</A>