Title Work: Alvin Ailey : memories and visions

Memories and visions

"Presents the artistry of the Alvin Ailey City Center Dance Theater.  Features Ailey's major works, choreographed to music which ranges from blues to classical; reflects on the influence of black roots in regard to the development of his style."--Audiovisual Materials Catalog 2002-2007 by Audiovisual Services of St. Louis Public Schools.

"In this program black choreographer Alvin Ailey narrates a sketch of his life and the sources of his inspiration. Members of his Dance Theatre perform excerpts from his works "Cry", "Blue Suite", "Hidden Rites", and "Revelations". These and other works presented are choreographed to music which ranges from modern Blues to Classical to traditional Spirituals."--WorldCat.