my high school dance teacher studied their and we have had student from Alvin Ailey perform it was truly an honor watching them dance it will bring you to tears
@Jessbitchesz shut the fuck up. For one, calling people gay is extremely rude to not only the person but to the people out there who are actually homosexual. Next, learn how to speak English. Finally, this dance isn't even that great. They were clearly out of sync during the duet. I have seen better out of amateurs on SYTYCD after only a week of practice.
@SteelFaceTitanium - I didn't notice them being out of beat at all. The synchronicity is different for much of African American music because it comes from polyrhythmic African roots... just sayin'.
@burtonboy96 why would you even say something like that? are you aware that Ailey is one of the most phenomenal companies of all time? this choreography is literally legendary. as a dancer i'm insulted. if you have nothing nice to say about this work, don't comment.
@bwayboy9514 He is entitled to comment just like you are, futhermore, no grown up should ever be insulted by a comment someone posts anonymously. If you are also 15 years old like him, at least you would have an excuse to be insulted so if you are indeed 15, forgive my comment as it may also insult you!
@gemmint10 As it happens, I will turn 16 later this month. So yes, I am 15 just like him. I'm not insulted by your comment, but my only thing is that this piece is someone's artistic vision that came to life. I think it's awful to put it down in that way. That's all.
@burtonboy96 - You should know testosterone has nothing to do with liking dance. Not saying you should start liking it. Just mentioning that there are men with testosterone actually dancing in this video. It's also very culturally different from what you're used to. As I've been exposed to more culture, I've learned that ours is no less weird. Try volunteering in a foreign country that doesn't speak much English some day. You'll thank me.
@musicgirlloveschrist No the piece is called revelations, and this is only one section in the piece, it's around half hour long maybe longer. The company is called Alvin Ailey, after the man who originally created the company x
I just saw it live today. The new young dancers keep it fresh and powerful as Alvin Alley would have wanted,uplifting our Black American dance form. RIP AA and many heartfelt thanks!!!
My favorite piece ever :) my mom made it a tradition to see Alvin Ailey with me and my sister ever since I was 4 years old. I'm 16 now...in the future...I hope to continue the tradition with my own daughter
I saw them a week ago as well and they were absolutely beautiful. The video is good but is no comparison to seeing it live because their intense energy is so prevalent the entire time!! Gorgeous!!
I don't think the Alvin Ailey Dance Company should be an all black company, considering we should have advanced to the point where we recognise that that is a form of racism; it's prejudice against white people. Saying that, I do understand why Revelations should remain danced by black people, simply because of the context behind the dance.
@JadeFrankieSlug I disagree they are sticking to there history and their african style of dance. The fact it is an all black dance company has nothing to do with racism. It is the stories that they portray that calls for an all black cast. If you want to make it into racism there is still alot of it in the world and just america. For an example, people have not got part on broadway musical because of their skin color.
@mjivens I know that, for example The Lion King has an all african-american cast.
I am not saying that it is racism, I just believe that it should be progressing into a company of all races, just as all other companies are, to show that we as the world are actually uniting together.
Whilst works such as Revelations should remain as an all-black cast, because of the context surrounding the works, I believe that new works should be created with equal opportunities for every dancer.
@JadeFrankieSlug I'm not racist or anything but the dance studio was made for african americans. When Alvin Ailey was dancing at the time it was really hard for the black community to get into a dance studio. Also i agree w/ mjivens they are sticking to their history.
@royalxanadu And all the dancers were probably amazing, regardless of their aesthetics.
I'm just annoyed at people complaining at Lee Harper; if she was the most talented dancer with the most potential at dance, then she definitely earned her place there.
Dance is about talent and expression, not aesthetics. That is why I am not fond of ballet - all companies are very picky about the bodies of their dancers, which is not fair.
@CHRISBROWNSLADY I am a Popper, a Locker, a Krumper, a Houser [House Dancer], a Liquid Dancer, a Rocker, a B-girl and a Rave Dancer and I deeply am touched to the point where I want to collaborate with the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, but I don't know what will happen. Overall, I am patient of having that chance and I would love to collaborate with you in Alvin Ailey one day.
I saw the Alvin Theater peformance the other day at the Fox Theater in Atlanta. I was not happy to say the least that they have white dancers dancing Revelations. This is our story! Black people can't have nothing authentically ours anymore. I wanted to scream! The white dancers took away my enjoyment of the performance. I'm sure there were other black dancers that could easily fill those dance slots. I'm just saying!
@somekindaverb I don't know who Lee Harper is and don't care. I still say this should be an all black production at all times. There never should have been white dancers dancing to Revelations. They are the reason for the struggles that we have gone through as people in this hostile country in the first place. A white girl can never understand a black woman's pain, and the things black women have had to endure over the centuries in this country.
How can anyone possibly dislike this masterpiece of American dance?! This is perfection. I've seen this several times in person and it is always fresh and uplifting. Simply a classic.
love revelations could never see it enough. for aspiring dancers such as myself, even if you cant dance with ailey. never stop and never give up dancing professionally. my motto is, don't give up your dreams until you're dead
I saw them in Toulouse today. It was just so amazing ! I want to be a professional dancer and I think that dancing in Ailey's company is the dream of most of the modern jazz dancers.
Had a fantastic day at Millenium Stadium yesterday doing massage therapy for some of the amazing dancers in this NYC dance company.... and also got to see the show ... thanks to Sheyi for having us there , Tim for arranging it and especially to Kirven Boyd and Michael Mc Bride for there wonderful feedback!! Cach this talented compant at Millenium centre tonight only .... if there are any tickets left!!!
Just got home from seeing "Revelations" performed at Sadlers Wells in London & no the video does not do the live performance justice but glad it's here as a reminder!
Excellent dancers and choreography! So much better in person, I've been fortunate enough to see it twice. Although, I love/hate how it turns the theatre into a mad house. The only time I've Los Angeles' Music Center turned into a football stadium with people screaming and singing along was when Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre was there, lol.
These videos do not do the performances justice. When you see it live from good seats, you can truly enjoy the total performance, dancing,light and sound effects etc . I saw it at least 5 times and never got bored. Totally Awesome.
I love the music. Ive never seen teh show but want to see it wow. I wish when I was younger I could have done something like this but I lack to put down the bugers and I had flat feet.
This gives me chills. I was fortunate enough to see Ailey II when they came to my college three years ago. Revelations got a standing ovation at the end!
My mom has taking me to see Alivin Ailey every year ever since I was 4 years old. I hope to continue this tradition with my daughter when I get old enough
I love this! This is absolutely wonderful and inspiring. I am a first grade teacher and my students love it so much they want to perform a version of it for their black history program.
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Yesterday i went to see this! School feild trip im in the 6th grade :). But uhmmm They said not to take pics. or vids of it. and they didnt do dancing like that they had the music and dresses but there doing more stuff then the place i went to all they did at my place was lift a foot and get picked up...
Even these old negro spirituals are telling the world that the slaves and their seed are in fact the lost tribes of Israel gone into captivity as scripture states until the time of the gentile is fulfilled. Excellent dance number!
I had the priviledge to see them perform this in Salford UK. I love the way she gently convulses & twitches in his arms near the end...like she's posessed. It's a masterpiece...
The song itself is a "coded" slave song, but these aren't the original lyrics. The original was supposed to guide people who were escaping. Even with different words, it's a terrific song.
It was thanks to seeing Alvin Ailey perform at the Clinton's first inauguration ceremony that dance first became accessible to me. Thanks! By the way, how they make it seem so easy. And how on earth does the prima ballerina hold up the umbrella so long. I can't even hold my arm up that long with an empty hand.
@CHRISBROWNSLADY - May your your dreams come true, this is one dance company that is so awesome & so strong & their epaulement so expressive as well as their technique on their feet. I have seen them in the Orient & in the USA. They are great through & through. I know a couple of friends who joined this dance company. What a fantastic way to live life!
There is a cd out with all the music on it. Go on their website you should be able to find it. I believe it may be the Moses Hogan singers. I really can't remember. It is an awesome cd. Hope you can find it.
does any know the name of the person who song this version of wade in the water?????
latyran499 1 week ago
Could not stop laughing xD
Zephyer321 2 weeks ago
like if you have to watch this for school
deathstar2294 2 weeks ago 3
nice to see im not the only one here because of school.. in the process of writing the essay right now.
squirgiful 2 weeks ago
i wanna go to this school so bad i luv to dance
latonyarockstar 3 weeks ago 3
The woman who's holding that umbrella... her arm must be exhausted XD
Gizmoenut 3 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos 2
had to see this for school this year ...
lovexopink96x3 1 month ago
Beautifully inspiring, and miles above just the religious...spiritual!!
MrChocolateforever 1 month ago 3
@LakeDreamer1 Totally agree!!!
bwayboy9514 1 month ago
Joyful! Beautiful bodies!
oystermind 2 months ago
my high school dance teacher studied their and we have had student from Alvin Ailey perform it was truly an honor watching them dance it will bring you to tears
mallblue 2 months ago
AWESOME!! Taking from them this summer!! cant wait!!
ToriBelle73 2 months ago
wow most ppl on the first pg I want to slap them with some good knowledge of dance....smh -_-
lovesinger11 2 months ago
fucking. retarded.
Derayzen 2 months ago
what is this i dont even
greg3507 2 months ago
@greg3507 - this is a song about escaping slavery by using rivers and other bodies of water to hide you from slavers and their dogs.
vasalmon 2 months ago
If you all love this dance so much, want to explain what this means?
holyhades666 2 months ago
@holyhades666 "wade in the water" were slaves way of communicating, song and dance became a part of that esp. old negro spirituals such as this one
mallblue 2 months ago
alvin aileys good guys. @burtonboy96 you gay! eat ma shit lol
Jessbitchesz 2 months ago
@Jessbitchesz shut the fuck up. For one, calling people gay is extremely rude to not only the person but to the people out there who are actually homosexual. Next, learn how to speak English. Finally, this dance isn't even that great. They were clearly out of sync during the duet. I have seen better out of amateurs on SYTYCD after only a week of practice.
SteelFaceTitanium 2 months ago
@SteelFaceTitanium - I didn't notice them being out of beat at all. The synchronicity is different for much of African American music because it comes from polyrhythmic African roots... just sayin'.
vasalmon 2 months ago
gotta love our dance appreciation course lol
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rainbrox2 2 months ago
i have to watch this for school.... im a 15 year old boy with testosterone raging through my body and this physically hurts me to watch
burtonboy96 2 months ago 31
@burtonboy96 ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
TheGuyWithTheLemon 2 months ago
@burtonboy96 why would you even say something like that? are you aware that Ailey is one of the most phenomenal companies of all time? this choreography is literally legendary. as a dancer i'm insulted. if you have nothing nice to say about this work, don't comment.
bwayboy9514 2 months ago 2
@bwayboy9514 He is entitled to comment just like you are, futhermore, no grown up should ever be insulted by a comment someone posts anonymously. If you are also 15 years old like him, at least you would have an excuse to be insulted so if you are indeed 15, forgive my comment as it may also insult you!
gemmint10 2 months ago
@gemmint10 As it happens, I will turn 16 later this month. So yes, I am 15 just like him. I'm not insulted by your comment, but my only thing is that this piece is someone's artistic vision that came to life. I think it's awful to put it down in that way. That's all.
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@burtonboy96 - You should know testosterone has nothing to do with liking dance. Not saying you should start liking it. Just mentioning that there are men with testosterone actually dancing in this video. It's also very culturally different from what you're used to. As I've been exposed to more culture, I've learned that ours is no less weird. Try volunteering in a foreign country that doesn't speak much English some day. You'll thank me.
vasalmon 2 months ago
wow this is so stupid
bentenalien1 2 months ago
Did anybody else get goosebumps from this? This was so beautiful!
peachesnherb 3 months ago 2
I just love this piece!
NuLook55 3 months ago
eh... oeps... haha alvin ailey i ment
musicgirlloveschrist 3 months ago
so.... i hpe i'm right.... this dance is dance by the group revelations and the choreographer is alin ailey???
musicgirlloveschrist 3 months ago
@musicgirlloveschrist No the piece is called revelations, and this is only one section in the piece, it's around half hour long maybe longer. The company is called Alvin Ailey, after the man who originally created the company x
heather336 3 months ago
One of the best Ailey companies, EVER. I'm always inspired and have seen them five or six times over the years. :)
Thank you for sharing your beautiful art with the dance community and beyond
katynord 6 months ago
Simply excellent! Praise God, and thank you for your creative spirit -- Alleluia!
JOYisREAL 6 months ago 2
WOW!!!! Incredible stuff.
Guitfiddlejase 7 months ago
I just saw it live today. The new young dancers keep it fresh and powerful as Alvin Alley would have wanted,uplifting our Black American dance form. RIP AA and many heartfelt thanks!!!
TheGroupiemom 8 months ago
UNFORGETTABLE So Black & Beautiful. Can't be touched. It is established in heaven.
imfree4sho 9 months ago
UNFORGETTABLE
imfree4sho 9 months ago
Beautiful! =)
darkangel3536 9 months ago
My favorite piece ever :) my mom made it a tradition to see Alvin Ailey with me and my sister ever since I was 4 years old. I'm 16 now...in the future...I hope to continue the tradition with my own daughter
SouljaGirl101004 9 months ago
i just saw it for the first time today..makes me feel proud of my african roots
TheGr8testbeing 9 months ago
I saw them a week ago as well and they were absolutely beautiful. The video is good but is no comparison to seeing it live because their intense energy is so prevalent the entire time!! Gorgeous!!
dancing4ever100 10 months ago
I can watch this piece over & over & over & over & over & OVER & still be moved, enthused, delighted , astounded, astonished & moved. Genius.
jasonjonesesquire 10 months ago
i saw this live today!!! sooo good!!!
Frissnugs 10 months ago
AMAZING!!!! Love them!!
DancerTara101 10 months ago
Wow... So fantastic. I got chills!
satheara 10 months ago
Ive seen this performance live 3 times since I was 8 and I still love it. Its just amazing
eve1stgirl 10 months ago
Just saw them last night. I cried. :')
staceychekal93 10 months ago
iWass Der
MeishaFrmThaToga 11 months ago
just saw them in Chapel Hill!!!! they are so AWESOME!!!!
bubbles0720 11 months ago
who will dislike this??!! this is amazing! i saw them perform in Fox Theatre with my dance class. they were FANTASTIC!!!!
junglechickjm14 11 months ago
graceful and authentic!
The best dance company ever in my humble opinion!.
Jadadaja02 11 months ago
I don't think the Alvin Ailey Dance Company should be an all black company, considering we should have advanced to the point where we recognise that that is a form of racism; it's prejudice against white people. Saying that, I do understand why Revelations should remain danced by black people, simply because of the context behind the dance.
JadeFrankieSlug 11 months ago
@JadeFrankieSlug I disagree they are sticking to there history and their african style of dance. The fact it is an all black dance company has nothing to do with racism. It is the stories that they portray that calls for an all black cast. If you want to make it into racism there is still alot of it in the world and just america. For an example, people have not got part on broadway musical because of their skin color.
mjivens 11 months ago
@mjivens I know that, for example The Lion King has an all african-american cast.
I am not saying that it is racism, I just believe that it should be progressing into a company of all races, just as all other companies are, to show that we as the world are actually uniting together.
Whilst works such as Revelations should remain as an all-black cast, because of the context surrounding the works, I believe that new works should be created with equal opportunities for every dancer.
JadeFrankieSlug 11 months ago
@JadeFrankieSlug I'm not racist or anything but the dance studio was made for african americans. When Alvin Ailey was dancing at the time it was really hard for the black community to get into a dance studio. Also i agree w/ mjivens they are sticking to their history.
harrypotterXnaruto 11 months ago
@JadeFrankieSlug Umm, I just saw this last week and it's definitely not an all black company. Also, Revelations was not danced by only black people.
royalxanadu 11 months ago
@royalxanadu And all the dancers were probably amazing, regardless of their aesthetics.
I'm just annoyed at people complaining at Lee Harper; if she was the most talented dancer with the most potential at dance, then she definitely earned her place there.
Dance is about talent and expression, not aesthetics. That is why I am not fond of ballet - all companies are very picky about the bodies of their dancers, which is not fair.
JadeFrankieSlug 11 months ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY I am a Popper, a Locker, a Krumper, a Houser [House Dancer], a Liquid Dancer, a Rocker, a B-girl and a Rave Dancer and I deeply am touched to the point where I want to collaborate with the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, but I don't know what will happen. Overall, I am patient of having that chance and I would love to collaborate with you in Alvin Ailey one day.
SonicSupremeSGT3 11 months ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY Got it!
SonicSupremeSGT3 11 months ago
I saw the Alvin Theater peformance the other day at the Fox Theater in Atlanta. I was not happy to say the least that they have white dancers dancing Revelations. This is our story! Black people can't have nothing authentically ours anymore. I wanted to scream! The white dancers took away my enjoyment of the performance. I'm sure there were other black dancers that could easily fill those dance slots. I'm just saying!
ASU19992006 11 months ago
@ASU19992006 White dancers in Alvin Ailey is not a new thing. Lee Harper was in the company decades ago; look her up.
somekindaverb 11 months ago
@somekindaverb I don't know who Lee Harper is and don't care. I still say this should be an all black production at all times. There never should have been white dancers dancing to Revelations. They are the reason for the struggles that we have gone through as people in this hostile country in the first place. A white girl can never understand a black woman's pain, and the things black women have had to endure over the centuries in this country.
ASU19992006 11 months ago 2
i saw them at the kennedy center yesterday, it was great
TheCamil24 11 months ago
I love it I love it I love it I love it I just love it I love it I love it I love it I love it Love it Just love it !!!
DonDiva4u03 1 year ago
now i feel like dancing
gritlady 1 year ago
wade in the water is my fav
sirDale502 1 year ago
i went and seen this...I loved it!
barbie37334 1 year ago
How can anyone possibly dislike this masterpiece of American dance?! This is perfection. I've seen this several times in person and it is always fresh and uplifting. Simply a classic.
AColbertHero 1 year ago
I love Alvin Ailey!!!!! Everytime they come to Atlanta I see them. Their performances are so moving! Well done!
tyra1108 1 year ago
they r so good i went to see them perform =)
IchoOoseU 1 year ago
I just love Alvin Ailey!!!! The company is so talented, I want to see them live!!!
FUNsize01496 1 year ago
modern dance to negro spirituals=genius
TheBambieyes 1 year ago
What year?
Rebeleagle88 1 year ago
Breathtaking! What a beautiful blend of african, gospel and western ballet..The most vibrant and exciting ballet I've ever seen! Bravo!
angelialvares 1 year ago
@angelialvares Oh yes! Gorgeous and very exciting!
CasaLucita 1 year ago
Would not were those pant though ill show off to much junk
134The 1 year ago
love revelations could never see it enough. for aspiring dancers such as myself, even if you cant dance with ailey. never stop and never give up dancing professionally. my motto is, don't give up your dreams until you're dead
tiggie4342 1 year ago
I saw them in Toulouse today. It was just so amazing ! I want to be a professional dancer and I think that dancing in Ailey's company is the dream of most of the modern jazz dancers.
titelucile 1 year ago
BRAVO THANK YOU FOR POSTING
derblae52 1 year ago
this is my dream job
eieisha1 1 year ago 4
What's the title of the first song?
Armyqirl 1 year ago
they came to my town and I saw themmm!! :]
JayyThao 1 year ago
amazing! ive seen it live about 3 times :)
kayleej123 1 year ago
Had a fantastic day at Millenium Stadium yesterday doing massage therapy for some of the amazing dancers in this NYC dance company.... and also got to see the show ... thanks to Sheyi for having us there , Tim for arranging it and especially to Kirven Boyd and Michael Mc Bride for there wonderful feedback!! Cach this talented compant at Millenium centre tonight only .... if there are any tickets left!!!
ladymondo 1 year ago
Just got home from seeing "Revelations" performed at Sadlers Wells in London & no the video does not do the live performance justice but glad it's here as a reminder!
Thank the Universe for Alvin Ailey!
jasonjonesesquire 1 year ago 2
Excellent dancers and choreography! So much better in person, I've been fortunate enough to see it twice. Although, I love/hate how it turns the theatre into a mad house. The only time I've Los Angeles' Music Center turned into a football stadium with people screaming and singing along was when Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre was there, lol.
nevroth 1 year ago
These videos do not do the performances justice. When you see it live from good seats, you can truly enjoy the total performance, dancing,light and sound effects etc . I saw it at least 5 times and never got bored. Totally Awesome.
emma010607 1 year ago
I love the music. Ive never seen teh show but want to see it wow. I wish when I was younger I could have done something like this but I lack to put down the bugers and I had flat feet.
icunurse01 1 year ago
i watched this three times live then had to watch the recording for ballet at my school three times.
JuggaletteBlackRose 1 year ago
Best Dance Music youtube.com/watch?v=ZutsW1xhyA4
TheSensationalMusic 1 year ago
This gives me chills. I was fortunate enough to see Ailey II when they came to my college three years ago. Revelations got a standing ovation at the end!
queenmalka 1 year ago
What's the best dance class to take in NYC, for ballet? :D
auroraXashes 1 year ago
this clip is not only wade in the water, the first part (until 2.52) is called processional :)
xxDancer2112xx 1 year ago
so amazing i've watched it so many times....never gets old
vampirewaterfall 1 year ago
wow thats all i can say
vampirewaterfall 1 year ago
joy... pure joy!
pizzomammamia 1 year ago
awsome! I am doing a Recital dane to this song. I love this song so much. My dance teacher told my to look up Alvin Ailey.
sailorvenusrockshard 1 year ago
My mom has taking me to see Alivin Ailey every year ever since I was 4 years old. I hope to continue this tradition with my daughter when I get old enough
SouljaGirl101004 1 year ago
check out my remix of rude boy!
aquapower02 1 year ago
@aquapower02 i mean check out my wade in the water parody(
aquapower02 1 year ago
i absolutely love the Alvin and Ailey Dance Company....i see them every time them come to the Fox in Atlanta
nacotto 1 year ago
me and my dance class has opened up for them 2 years in a row n i;ve seen them perform like 4 times beat that lol =)
11destinee 1 year ago
This is definantly my most watched clip on youtube, almost daily id say.
stevennaumovski 1 year ago 2
I have seen them live. Revelations is amazing!
herakatgrl 1 year ago 47
I have seen them too, back in their heyday....saw Revelations when Jamison was in the company...knocked me OUT!
thomasmoredamian 1 year ago
@herakatgrl Absolutely...I have too...many years ago. It was a moment in my life that I will remember forever!
lauraneville 1 year ago
@herakatgrl Me too!
ricolalozenge 10 months ago
@herakatgrl I've seen it live twice, and plan to bring my children to see it several times :)
meme1229 6 months ago
Love it!!!! Alvin Ailey Dance Company can't miss!
LifeLoveandDance 1 year ago
I am white, and I am also enjoying this music.
hexapus 1 year ago
Never miss it ! Thanks for the post ! xo -c-c-
curiouschile 2 years ago
I ve really enjoyed this selection. I am black and I really like all of it words cant explain how I feel right now. thanks for the post
icunurse01 2 years ago
I love this! This is absolutely wonderful and inspiring. I am a first grade teacher and my students love it so much they want to perform a version of it for their black history program.
areaves100 2 years ago 2
Lindooo!!Amo a técnica do Alvin Eiley!
Alisonmore1 2 years ago
This piece is one of my favorites of the entire show. I'd love to be able to dance like that!
I just wish I didn't have to do a report on Revelations.
potterpuppets94 2 years ago 2
beyonce so totally mimicked this in the destiny fulfilled concert
babybret2003 2 years ago 9
she sure did. when she performed baby boy.
peacemakerandrebel 2 years ago
i LOVE THIS!
MARCELSBOO12 2 years ago
STUNNING AND GORGEOUS
PinkcoltheGIRL 2 years ago
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WOW This Nigga Has Problems...
EmperorPimp 2 years ago
I just want to know who in the hell are you talking to. Becuz u sound like an ignorant ASS.
14quantivia 2 years ago
such an amazing show....i had to do a major paper on his work...he was so talented
2hot4allofu 2 years ago 2
Love this piece :)
ballerinaselina 2 years ago
i sung this song as a duet!
TeriTCCool 2 years ago
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Yesterday i went to see this! School feild trip im in the 6th grade :). But uhmmm They said not to take pics. or vids of it. and they didnt do dancing like that they had the music and dresses but there doing more stuff then the place i went to all they did at my place was lift a foot and get picked up...
laurlaur99 2 years ago
I love that they do at 4:47! hahaha :D
IchLiebeTomUndBill 2 years ago
Remarkable...
rwtruler 2 years ago
so fantastic
Jyotiland 2 years ago
its about u know the slaves are calling eachother to the river by singing so their masters would not know
ninioriginal 2 years ago
2:51 is where my friend said was the best
mysuckylife 2 years ago
Even these old negro spirituals are telling the world that the slaves and their seed are in fact the lost tribes of Israel gone into captivity as scripture states until the time of the gentile is fulfilled. Excellent dance number!
v8diva 2 years ago
This is amazing. So much talent, and so much emotion. I love it!
TheOdette53 2 years ago
I had the priviledge to see them perform this in Salford UK. I love the way she gently convulses & twitches in his arms near the end...like she's posessed. It's a masterpiece...
Kulpa71 2 years ago
The entrance of the first girl' signifies the awakening.
They then all awaken from the depth.. The depths of the sea, meaning, the dead. they all proceed forward towards the promise.
The umbrella signifies bright prospects.
End.
Halleluja!
cubanbrown 2 years ago
No, they are having a baptismal. In the old South, black churches had their baptismal at a river.
Juwar74 2 years ago 6
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Dude.. My explaination reads better than yours.
TAKE A HIKE!
cubanbrown 2 years ago
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shalynify 2 years ago
Hey 'Giddout of here!!!!
When the original question was asked of the meaning, Where were you...????
EXACTLY!!!!
Nowhere to be found!
But now that i've replied with (at least) some kind of answer, You suddenly got a voice!
Forget it buster.. My version works better.
Nuenas Notches' Cabron!
yaniska100 2 years ago
There is no need to be rude. I was not responding to your comment, I don't even see yours, I was responding to "cubanbrown" and "Juwar74".
shalynify 2 years ago
That was the cuban,,,,
He was Using my screen!!!
yaniska100 2 years ago
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shalynify 2 years ago
@cubanbrown I don't know where you got all that from but this entire section is about baptism.
lilronderek 1 year ago
The song itself is a "coded" slave song, but these aren't the original lyrics. The original was supposed to guide people who were escaping. Even with different words, it's a terrific song.
balbannock 2 years ago
this is crazy!!!
I love it!!
Twinkletoescrazy 2 years ago
This is an absolute masterpiece. Tears streaming down my face and it's not my first time seeing it, either. Thanks so much for posting it.
smartypantsnyc 2 years ago
2:51 for my convenience
Jquuest 2 years ago
It was thanks to seeing Alvin Ailey perform at the Clinton's first inauguration ceremony that dance first became accessible to me. Thanks! By the way, how they make it seem so easy. And how on earth does the prima ballerina hold up the umbrella so long. I can't even hold my arm up that long with an empty hand.
kinddude 2 years ago
im going to be an ailey dancer one day =)
CHRISBROWNSLADY 2 years ago 39
Go for it! They are amazing. Good luck to you :)
queenmalka 2 years ago
thank so much!
CHRISBROWNSLADY 2 years ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY
me to girl.!
dance4ever971 1 year ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY - May your your dreams come true, this is one dance company that is so awesome & so strong & their epaulement so expressive as well as their technique on their feet. I have seen them in the Orient & in the USA. They are great through & through. I know a couple of friends who joined this dance company. What a fantastic way to live life!
BalinSilay 1 year ago
@BalinSilay thank you so much for your positive comment
not to many people have nice things to say a days! :)
CHRISBROWNSLADY 1 year ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY they are amazing follow your dreams
liljay7588 1 year ago
@liljay7588 thanks so much and that i will ;)
CHRISBROWNSLADY 1 year ago
@CHRISBROWNSLADY Cool! Then, I'll collaborate with you and the rest of the Alvin Ailey dancers one day!
SonicSupremeSGT3 1 year ago
@SonicSupremeSGT3 thanks so much good luck on your dreams DON'T ever give up! :)
stay positive
CHRISBROWNSLADY 11 months ago
omg!!!! my dream is to dance with this company
mrxtreme2008 2 years ago
choreography is amazing
xoxballerinagirl 2 years ago
my name is wade!!!
sacrafiser 2 years ago
ooooooooo black men in tights! *grin*
bajanislandsun 2 years ago
they came to my school and i loved every bit of it
princeofcrunk20o8 2 years ago
can anyone move like deborah manning? if there is someone out there who can, please point them out to me....she's pure quality and soul
bwebs25 2 years ago
Sounds of Blackness is who's doing this version of Wade In The Water
aquariusbro 2 years ago
This is the real thing....
thomasmoredamian 2 years ago 2
I saw them when I was little when they came to Pittsburgh and they inspired me to become a dancer. I love this piece especially.
dancinvirgo94 2 years ago 3
I love the way the move their bodies.
PatsBooks 2 years ago
this is beautiful
kiwiballet 2 years ago
who is sing "wade in the water" ? I love it PLEASE somebody tell me
tarmaria913 2 years ago
There is a cd out with all the music on it. Go on their website you should be able to find it. I believe it may be the Moses Hogan singers. I really can't remember. It is an awesome cd. Hope you can find it.
HOBSENE 2 years ago
I missed them when they came to Los Angeles last week! I had to work and the day I wanted to go the tickets were sold out!
They will probably come back in like 10 years!
genarob31 2 years ago
i went to go and see them. They were amazing. Ended with a 15 min standing ovation and an encore
Kat465 2 years ago
They were incredible last night!
OhYouKnow177 2 years ago
whose version of wade in the water is this?
austercatcher 2 years ago
i got to see this like 2 days ago when they came to Austin Texas now i want to dance for the company
Breed91994 2 years ago