Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater reigns as one of the premier modern dance companies in the world. Revelations contains true spirituals, song-sermons and holy blues. These traditional hymns inspired Ailey to compose his signature dance "Revelations," which speaks not just to gospel and dance fans but to anyone who can relate to and be inspired by stories of struggle and triumph. Simultaneous release with the album a Musical Retrospective of 40 Years of Dance.
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer
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No
Language
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English
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5.59 x 0.4 x 5 inches; 3.36 ounces
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As someone who has seen Alvin Ailey's classic dance company performance of Revelations, to have all the music I've come to know and love, black spirituals and hams, on a CD, this one will be in my car for a long time.
So glad I finally made this purchase, only regret is not doing it sooner! The music on this album is really wonderful. Anyone that enjoys gospel music at all will enjoy this CD. And while you don't need to have seen the choreography that this CD is a soundtrack for (though you REALLY should try and see it, it's breathtaking!) if you have seen Revelations performed by the Alvin Ailey Company this album is even better. Every single song not only got my toe tapping but each song immediately brought back each piece of the performance it accompanies. It's far and away my favorite piece of choreography I've ever seen and this music is a lovely reminder and a joy to listen too in it's own right.
I was thrilled to learn that the music from Alvin Ailey's Revelations was on CD. Every time I watch that dance I am transformed. Listening to the music is almost as good, but I will take it.
The CD is AWESOME! The sound is beautiful. The "noise" is joyful! I listen to it over, and over. No cheap, cheesy recordings. At the end, former Artistic Director Judith Jamison gives an overview of what the story contains. If you ever get the opportunity to see the Company perform it will be well worth your time. This is the music for the part of the program referred to as "Revelations." Audiences expect this in every program Ailey offers. It is truly a time honored classic.
I saw this in person and fell in love instantly. The music was so amazing, that I purchased this and sent it to my mom as a gift. She loves it and plays it often. Shipping was quick and the product superior...just like the live show! Buy tickets...see the show and then buy THIS! Or...just buy this if you can't go...you won't be disappointed.
Fabulous - the same as the live performance. Although interesting the first time through, the interview at the end is distracting and we just skip it when we get to that part.
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