Joni Mitchell's The Fiddle and The Drum

Product Details

• UPC: 807280134797
• Genre: Dance, Music
• Artist: Joni Mitchell
• Dance Company: Alberta Ballet
• Choreographer: Jean Grand-Maître
• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Release date: 2008

Product Specifications

• Sound Format: DD 2.0
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Language: English
• Subtitle Languages: None specified
• Region Code: Worldwide 0, NTSC
• Run Time: 115:26 minutes

Overview

Joni Mitchell's The Fiddle and The Drum is a captivating ballet performance that explores Mitchell's lifelong concern with environmental neglect and the warring nature of humankind. This unique combination of music, dance, and art, co-created by legendary Canadian artist Joni Mitchell and choreographer Jean Grand-Maître of the Alberta Ballet Company, results in an engaging spectacle that Joni calls "the best project of her career."

The production features 27 dancers from the Alberta Ballet, with music composed, arranged, and produced by Joni Mitchell. The visual environment is created by Mitchell herself, making this a truly collaborative and immersive artistic experience.

Cast and Crew

• Music Composed, Arranged, and Produced by: Joni Mitchell
• Choreography by: Jean Grand-Maître
• Costume Designer: Pamela
• Artwork and Set Design: Joni Mitchell
• Director of Photography: Craig Wrobleski
• Editor: Ken Filewych
• Filming Directed by: Mario Rouleau
• Editing Directed by: Joni Mitchell

Interesting Facts

• The Fiddle and The Drum is a unique collaboration between Joni Mitchell and the Alberta Ballet Company, blending music, dance, and visual art to create a powerful statement on environmental and social issues.
• The production features a selection of Joni Mitchell's most provocative songs, arranged and produced specifically for this ballet.
• Joni Mitchell's artwork and set design play a crucial role in creating the visual environment for the performance, enhancing the overall experience.