Description

Jiří Kylián: Svadebka, Symphony of Psalms, Torso - Nederlands Dans Theater (DVD)

UPC: 807280211597

Product Features

Choreographer: Jiří Kylián
Company: Nederlands Dans Theater
Works Featured:Performance Venue: Recorded in 1983-1984
- Svadebka (Music by Igor Stravinsky, "Les Noces")
- Symphony of Psalms (Music by Igor Stravinsky)
- Torso (Music by Tōru Takemitsu, "Textures")
Sound Format: PCM Stereo
Picture Format: 4:3
Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
Run Time: 68 minutes
DVD Format: DVD9/NTSC, Dual Layer
Language: English (Menu)
Label: Arthaus Musik GmbH

Overview

This DVD brings together three of Jiří Kylián’s masterful choreographic works, as performed by the renowned Nederlands Dans Theater. Kylián, a visionary in contemporary ballet, explores profound themes through his distinctive style, blending classical ballet with modern dance.

Svadebka (1984): Set to Igor Stravinsky's Les Noces, this piece is a dynamic exploration of ritual and tradition, brought to life by the intricate movements of Nederlands Dans Theater dancers, including Joke Zijlstra and Gerald Tibbs. The world premiere was in 1982, with the performance recorded in 1984.
Symphony of Psalms (1983): Another collaboration with Stravinsky's music, this piece premiered in 1978 and was recorded in 1983. It features an ensemble cast, including Sabine Kupferberg and Ric McCullough, and combines intense spiritual energy with Kylián's compelling choreography.
Torso (1983): Set to Tōru Takemitsu's "Textures", this duet performed by Sabine Kupferberg and Leigh Warren delves into the abstract and the intimate. Premiered in 1975, it showcases Kylián's talent for creating deeply personal and expressive works.

Each of these pieces is a testament to Kylián's ability to innovate within the world of dance, pushing the boundaries of classical and contemporary forms. The DVD captures the essence of these performances, allowing viewers to experience the emotional and artistic depth of Kylián’s choreography.

Interesting Facts

Jiří Kylián was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2008 Venice Biennale, recognizing his profound impact on contemporary dance.
Svadebka, also known as Les Noces, is one of Stravinsky's major works, depicting a Russian peasant wedding with a powerful rhythmic drive that complements Kylián's dynamic choreography.
Symphony of Psalms is a spiritually charged work, and Kylián's choreography enhances Stravinsky's austere yet uplifting score, creating a profound connection between music and movement.
Torso reflects Kylián’s interest in abstract and minimalist aesthetics, with Takemitsu's music providing a textured soundscape for the dancers' exploration of human form and expression.