Born January 5, 1931 in Rogers, Texas [Died] December 1, 1989, New York. An American black dancer and choreographer. He studied under L. Horton, M. Graham, and H. Holm. In 1958, he formed his own ballet company, and choreographed works using blues and gospel, such as "Blues Suite" (1958) and "Revelation" (60). He also choreographed a wide range of works from classical to jazz, such as S. Barber's "Hermit Song" (62) and D. Ellington's "Echo of the Blue" (64). These works, which harmonize artistry and popularity and are full of innovative images and energy, won him overwhelming popularity. He performed at the 200th anniversary of the founding of the United States in 1976. He also performed in Japan many times. Source: Encyclopaedia Britannica Concise Encyclopedia About Encyclopaedia Britannica Concise Encyclopedia Information |
[生]1931.1.5. テキサス,ロジャーズ [没]1989.12.1. ニューヨーク アメリカの黒人舞踊家,振付師。 L.ホートン,M.グラハム,H.ホルムらに師事。 1958年自身のバレエ団を組織し,ブルースやゴスペルを用いて『ブルース組曲』 (1958) ,『啓示』 (60) などを振付けたのをはじめ,S.バーバー作曲『隠者の歌』 (62) や D.エリントン作曲『青のこだま』 (64) などクラシックからジャズまで幅広く振付けた。芸術性と大衆性を調和させ,斬新なイメージとエネルギーにあふれたこれらの作品で圧倒的な人気を獲得。 76年合衆国建国 200年祭で公演。来日公演も多い。 出典 ブリタニカ国際大百科事典 小項目事典ブリタニカ国際大百科事典 小項目事典について 情報 |
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