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Info sheet on his style
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A2 Dance Set Work Revelations (1960) Alvin Ailey StyleHorton and Graham techniques are fundamental
Highly theatrical and integrated costume, lighting and set
Use of the torso, elongated tilted Horton carriage contrasting with Graham contractions, Dunhams African undulating spine and pelvis, Coles jazzy percussive ripples
Balletic, lyrical gestures and Horton based angular arm designs
Dunham like isolations and African movements
Explosive leaps and elevation
High leg extensions and use of the floor
Ascending and descending quickly
Repetition of motifs and simple steps
Motif development
Developing dramatic themes and narratives
Use of other dance styles social and Jazz dance
Topical themes not overtly political
Athletic qualities used to express emotions
Importance of the African American heritage is acknowledged in his choice of music
Roles are built on the particular strengths of the individual dancers
Typical music-dance relationship