AN EVENING WITH THE ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATRE
Alvin Ailey
ArtHaus Musik
Categoria: Danza DVDs Danza Classica
For the American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931–1989) dance is an international art form which, since it did not need to rely on the medium of the word, could reach out to everyone. No matter where in the world the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre appeared, its solo performers thrilled audiences with their expression of harmonic beauty, dynamic movement and choreographed statements. Alvin Ailey developed his own style by fusing elements of modern dance, jazz and classical ballet. His pieces tell stories about the light-hearted as well as the problematic sides of life for the black inhabitants of North America. It is their sense of religion and optimism, their pain and their vibrancy, which find expression in his choreographed works. In this brilliant studio recording, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre brings it distinctive style to a wider audience. Dazzling, brash and dynamic, yet equally graceful and poetic, the company which in December 2003 celebrated its 45th anniversary here performs four unique works: * Divining was Judith Jamison's first major as a choreographer for Alvin Ailey. The dance evokes a strong feeling for African tribal ritual and is set to hauntingly rhythmic drum music. * Revelations is often described as the company's signature tune and has become an American classic. It expresses Ailey's intense feelings for his roots in the South. Here you'll see Ailey's vivid "blood memories" of the blues, spirituals, gospel music, ragtime and folk songs as well as the hard life of the Southern black during the Depression. * Set to Modern Jazz, The Stack-Up takes place in modern-day Harlem. You'll witness the cruel reality of urban street life as a young mas is destroyed by drugs. * Cry was choreographed by Alvin Ailey in 1971 for Judith Jamison and is one of his most famous pieces. Created as a birthday present for his mother, it is Ailey's tribute to black women and inspires moving emotions with its portrayal of struggle, anger and most importantly, its feeling of celebration.
€ 34.50