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Music for Life: The Story of New Horizons On-Demand

Learn more about this music program for senior musicians whose skills range from novice to seasoned.

New Horizons defies the notion that “retirement means sitting on your sofa all day, watching television, and waiting to die.” That’s how Dr. Roy Ernst, professor emeritus at Eastman School of Music and New Horizons founder, puts it.

Marian found respite during a time of trouble. George found his life partner. Marjorie found something she’d thought she’d lost forever. They all found more than they bargained for when they joined the New Horizons Music Program, a program for senior musicians whose skills range from novice to seasoned. Marian, George, Marjorie and others share how they found a new connection to music and so much more in this hour-long documentary.

Dr. Ernst explains in the documentary, is that anyone can learn to play music at a personal level that will bring a sense of accomplishment. That feeling of accomplishment and being part of something is a basic human need. Like band member David, who took up the trombone at age 82, says “If you don’t have something to occupy your time and your mind, you degenerate health wise.”

“When you play a great piece of music you’re in the presence of something far greater than yourself,” explains RPO Conductor Laureate Christopher Seaman. And that’s exactly what New Horizons members experience. Whether they have rekindled, or found for the first time, their passion for music and performing – they are part of something bigger than themselves. Along the way, they have discovered new abilities, formed life-long friendships, and proved to us all that life is a journey, not a race.

What started as a 30-member band in Rochester, New York more than 20 years ago has grown to a program that includes 10,000 musicians in 215 New Horizons bandsacross the United States, as well as in Canada, Ireland, Australia, and several other countries.

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Music for Life: The Story of New Horizons was funded in part by Eastman School of Music, New Horizons, and the Waldron Rise Foundation.

Meet Marin

Marian plays the cello in the Eastman New Horizons Orchestra.

Marian shares her love of the cello and her passion to play in Music for Life: The New Horizons, premiering on WXXI-TV Thursday, December 4 at 8 p.m. The hour-long documentary chronicles the New Horizons International Music Association, founded by Dr. Roy Ernst in 1991 in Rochester, NY. New Horizons Music programs provide entry points to music making for adults, who were active in school music programs but haven’t played in years, as well as those with no musical experience. To learn more about the documentary, click here.

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Meet Bud

Bud plays the drums in the Eastman New Horizons Band.

Bud was interviewed for WXXI’s newest documentary, Music for Life: The New Horizons, which premieres Thursday, December 4 at 8 p.m. The hour-long documentary chronicles the New Horizons International Music Association, founded by Dr. Roy Ernst in 1991 in Rochester, NY. New Horizons Music programs provide entry points to music making for adults, who were active in school music programs but haven’t played in years, as well as those with no musical experience. To learn more about the documentary, click here.

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Meet Thomas Dooley, the documentary producer

Television producer Thomas Dooley talks with Classical 91.5 morning host Brenda Tremblay about his newest production, Music for Life: The Story of New Horizons.

Tom shares with Brenda some of the amazing people he met while filming the documentary, Music for Life: The Story of New Horizons, which premieres on WXXI-TV Thursday, December 4 at 8 p.m. The film chronicles the New Horizons International Music Association, founded by Dr. Roy Ernst in 1991 in Rochester, NY. New Horizons Music programs provide entry points to music making for adults, who were active in school music programs but haven’t played in years, as well as those with no musical experience.

Play It Foward

Eastman New Horizons’ band member Beverly Maville-Letter shares the history of New Horizons Mentor Program.

George Eastman’s philanthropic efforts in Rochester, NY are legendary, but his founding of Eastman School of Music and its sister school, Eastman Community Music School reflected his passion for music by offering training for musicians from childhood on. In 1919, Eastman also provided $15,000 for band and orchestra instruments for Rochester school children.

Fast forward to 1991, when Eastman’s vision expanded with the founding of New Horizons. Eastman could not have known how the legacy he left through Eastman School of Music and Community School would become a global phenomenon through Roy Ernst and New Horizons. At the same time in Rochester, urban schools were struggling to provide any extra instructional enrichment.

Through an unusual set of circumstances a connection was made with Clinton Bell, principal at Rochester School #22, who also dreamed that his school would have a band program. Stephen Georger, a faculty member and general music teacher, recruited a select group of 16 students (good grades required) and by January there were 12 New Horizon mentors who gave an hour a week. After working hard, the fledgling band made its debut at a mini-concert in March, then performed in their Spring Concert with smiling parents, faculty, and mentors proudly looking on in June.

One young musician expressed a desire to audition at Rochester School of the Arts. He had just started studying the sax in January 2014. He worked hard as his mentors helped him prepare an audition piece and two scales. Our young saxophonist passed his audition and has just begun his first year in middle school at the School of the Arts.

In May, Eastman New Horizons welcomed the new band as guests to our annual Spring Concert at Kodak Hall, the beautiful concert hall of Eastman School of Music. The children were treated to a limo ride and dinner before the concert, and were recognized in the concert for their hard work and dedication.

“Playing It Forward” is our mantra, picking up on what was started in 1919 with George Eastman’s gift of band instruments to Rochester children and helping renew the music program in the city, where more musical ideas are beginning district wide. The children and mentors are all thriving in an atmosphere of deep respect and affection. The Band Program in School #22 has grown to almost 40 members and over 20 volunteer mentors. George Eastman would have been pleased.

This blog was written by Eastman New Horizons’ band member Beverly Maville-Letter.

New Horizons is the subject of WXXI’s newest documentary, “Music for Life: The Story of New Horizons,” premiering on WXXI-TV December 4 at 8 p.m. and streaming live at WXXI.org/musicforlife. In the hour-long program you’ll meet New Horizon founder Dr. Ernst, who shares why he felt compelled to start the music program for seniors and many of the New Horizons’ musicians, who rekindled or found, for the first time, their passion for music. You’ll also learn more about the mentor program that Beverly talks about .

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Norm & Company is a half-hour series hosted by WXXI President Norm Silverstein. In each episode, Norm speaks with a long-time Rochesterian as they recount fascinating stories about Western New York.

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Journeys Through the Finger Lakes

In partnership with the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance, WXXI presents Journeys Through the Finger Lakes, an exploration of the past and present of the Finger Lakes region.

In this film produced and presented by WXXI Public Media, we explore each season in the Finger Lakes region visiting each lake with stunning aerial videography. These lakes form a broader region rich in meaningful history and unique culture. We journey through lush topography, singular institutions and meet the visionary icons that make up the rich tapestry of this extraordinary place.

How was the region created and defined?  What effects did the landscape and weather have on the industry, agriculture, and community development? Who were the historical figures that influenced national issues in critical ways? And, who is continuing to create an innovative and diverse cultural landscape that has become synonymous with the region? 

Journeys Through the Finger Lakes is dedicated to John Adamski, who worked tirelessly on behalf of the Finger Lakes and the Finger Lakes Museum.

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(Rochester, NY) – WXXI Public Media is proud to premiere its latest documentary, Journeys Through the Finger Lakes, Monday, August 10, 2020, at 8 p.m. on WXXI-TV. This co-production with the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance celebrates a region deeply rooted in history, agriculture, social change, and sustainability.

From Susan B. Anthony and the women’s rights movement, to Harriet Tubman and the underground railroad, to spotlighting a proud and resilient Native American culture, this one-hour documentary takes viewers on a journey through the vibrant history, lush topography, and seminal moments that make up this extraordinary place.

“While the Finger Lakes may be best known for award-winning wines and gorgeous waterways, this film shows that they are so much more than that,” said WXXI President Norm Silverstein. “As we celebrate the 100^th anniversary of the 19^th Amendment, and step up the fight for social justice and equality for all, it’s apparent that this region has an important place in history,” Silverstein added.

With spectacular drone footage and intimate, on-the-ground shots, Journeys Through the Finger Lakespresents breathtaking views of the region, while sharing stories of the people, places, and businesses that transcend the passage of time. The documentary visits more than a dozen locations including: National Women’s Hall of Fame, Susan B. Anthony House, Harriet Tubman House, Ganondagan, Watkins Glen, F.L.X. Table, Glenn Curtis Museum, Cornell University, and the Finger Lakes Land Trust.

The film is also a testament to resiliency. Footage for the documentary was still being shot when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. WXXI’s production team was steadfast in their resolve to finish the film and quickly pivoted their work to abide by state-mandated safety regulations. Final shooting and interviews were completed with a limited crew who followed social distancing, mask-wearing, and other health protocols. Much of the post-production work was then done remotely from the homes of the production team. The result is a majestic film that captures the essence of the region.

“We made sure that this film was completed and made available at a time when a beautiful and uplifting story was most needed for our community,” Silverstein said.

Journeys Through the Finger Lakes is dedicated to the memory of John Adamski, who worked tirelessly on behalf of the Finger Lakes and the Finger Lakes Museum. Mr. Adamski, a native of Irondequoit, passed away earlier this year.

To learn more about the documentary, visit WXXI.org/FingerLakes. Journeys Through the Finger Lakes encores Wednesday, August 12 at 6 p.m. and Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. on WXXI-CREATE (DT 21.3/cable 1276) and Sunday, August 16 at 5 p.m. on WXXI-WORLD (DT 21.2/cable 1275).

Journeys Through the Finger Lakes is made possible with support from: Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance and I Love NY; Saunders Foundation; Nocon & Associates, an Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. private wealth advisory practice; and The Jane K. and Robert C. Stevens Fund for New Programming.

Tailor Made

WXXI captures the fascinating story of the local garment industry and the people who contributed to it in Tailor Made: The Story of Rochester’s Garment Industry. The documentary showcases the rich history of Rochester’s clothing industry from Michaels-Stern & Co. to the Button Factory to one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious clothiers – Hickey Freeman. It tells the story of immigration and the men and women who came to Rochester in search of work and a better life.

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Before Rochester was known as home to giant manufacturers such as Kodak and Xerox, it was a leader in the clothing and textile industry. In fact, in the late 1800s the garment trade was one of the biggest employers in the city. And, in the 1890s Rochester was the 4th largest manufacturer of men’s clothing in the U.S. Tailor Made weaves historical facts, personal accounts, family stories, and archival footage into a captivating saga of an industry that put Rochester on the global map.

Tailor Made opens with an introduction to Rochester’s first tailor, Jehiel Barnard. Barnard came to Rochester in 1812 and set up shop in a building that is now the Reynolds Arcade. By 1834 at least 20 tailors were operating in Rochester.

Viewers will learn about Rochester resident Elizabeth Baker and how her invention of standardized patterns had a huge impact on the garment business. It meant clothing could be mass produced – and made Rochester a leader in Civil War uniform production. Rochester Museum and Science Center Collections Coordinator Sarah LeCount shares with viewers a beautifully crafted Civil War officer’s frock coat that is part of the museum’s collection.

The documentary follows the introduction of the sewing machine, which moved piece work out of the home and into factories. It also looks at the role Susan B. Anthony and the Women’s Rights Movement played in improving poor working conditions.

Duffy Hickey, the grandson of Hickey Freeman co-founder Jerry Hickey, shares how his grandfather became one of the giants in Rochester’s clothing industry. By the end of the Great Depression, the industry was largely controlled by an elite group of companies known as “The Big Five:” Hickey-Freeman, Bonds Clothes, Michael-Sterns, Fashion Park, and Timely Clothes. The documentary explains how the Rochester Button Factory played an important role in the industry, providing buttons for many of the major fashion houses throughout the world.

Tailor Made also remembers the Feinbloom Brothers and their impact on sportswear with their company, Champion Products. They launched the very first sports sweater, which became a huge success and was immediately copied by others in the industry. Today, Champion is the outfitter for many collegiate and professional teams, and their active wear is worn by people of all walks of life.

Viewers meet today’s craftspeople – a tailor, a textile artist, and a clothing designer. They also hear from B. Thomas Golisano, Rep. Louise Slaughter, Senator Charles Schumer, Scott Pitoniak, Burt August, John LiDestri, and many others who share their connections to the industry.

Narrated by Classical 91.5 host Brenda Tremblay, Tailor Made tells the story of the clothiers who revolutionized the garment business and the immigrant workers who made Rochester a key player in the industry.

Out In Rural America

OUT IN RURAL AMERICA is a 60-minute film that explores the struggles and joys of being lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, and gender queer in rural America. Following five stories from the LGBTQ+ community over a six-year period, the film explores the issues of self-doubt, discrimination, acceptance, and small-town and Midwestern LGBTQ+ life from a cultural, social, familial, and religious perspective.

OUT IN RURAL AMERICA is not about hate. It is about love, acceptance, and being true to self. It lets viewers understand the distinct challenges of being a part of the LGBTQ+ community in rural America, but more importantly, being accepting of one’s own self and finding their place in their families and the small communities that they will always call home.

The goal of OUT IN RURAL AMERICA is through personal stories, to educate people in America, who may not know any “out” gay people, understand the very human issues that people in the LGBTQ+ community face, and help them come to see that they are, in fact, no different than themselves.

Featured Stories

Here are some of the stories featured in OUT IN RURAL AMERICA.

Judy and Dennis Shepard

Matthew Shepard’s violent death in Wyoming is one of the most infamous gay hate crimes in recent history. Matthew’s parents, Judy and Dennis, share the story of Matthew, the son who they loved fully, regardless of his sexuality, and his senseless death that not only left them changed and grieving forever, but also changed our country and the fight for equality. Judy and Dennis have become vocal gay rights advocates on the national stage, forming The Matthew Shepard Foundation to help young people struggling with their sexual identity, to fight for sexual identity being included in national anti-discrimination laws, and to “erase hate.” While they feel they have never really given themselves the chance to fully grieve the tragic loss of their son because of the national media and the work they felt called to do, their goal is to help create a nation where The Matthew Shepard Foundation is no longer needed because hate of the gay community has been eradicated from our culture in the United States.

Nancy and Jennie

Together in a monogamous, committed relationship for more than 30 years, Nancy and Jennie were the lead plaintiffs in the marriage equality case in South Dakota. OUT IN RURAL AMERICA followed them from when they decided it was time for them to finally marry, through their marriage in Minnesota in 2014, through the landmark Supreme Court marriage equality case June of 2015, and finally to the exchanging of their marital vows, along with eight other gay couples, under America’s pillar of democracy, Mount Rushmore National Monument in South Dakota on Labor Day of 2015.

Jade

Jade is in her late 40’s and grew up in a town of 600 people in rural Nebraska. Succeeding academically and athletically through high school while constantly being ridiculed and called derogatory names about her sexuality, after years of hiding who she is, she finally came out to her parents when she was in her 20’s. Her long journey to love herself included recovering from alcoholism and self-loathing. While she has struggled with faith and religion because of her church’s tenet that being gay is a sin, she has come to terms with who she is and believes that her creator made her how she is supposed to be. Jade’s parents, Georgia and Carroll, share their beautiful story of accepting their daughter no matter what. Through this love and encouragement, during the film, introverted Jade decided to run for office representing Sturgis, SD, and OUT IN RURAL AMERICA followed the political race that took her completely out of her comfort zone, and also the grief following her dad’s death – he passed away during the making of the film.

Joe and Matthew

A young college student and aspiring photographer, Joe shares his story about coming out as a gay man after he performed in his high school play, The Laramie Project, which is based on Matthew Shepard’s life. With the support of his mom, Alice Geyer, he was able to overcome the ridicule he experienced growing up to become a self-confident, happy, fun-loving, driven young man. Alice speaks honestly about her fear for the safety of her son, especially after the senseless death of Matthew Shepard, and her unwavering support of him, regardless of his sexual identity. The film follows Joe as he moves from South Dakota to New York City, dreaming of falling in love, and with the marriage equality decision finally in place, being able to get married and have children. As the film unfolds, Joe meets the man of his dreams (Matthew), they get married and move back to South Dakota where they hope to start a family.

Pam and Brett

Pam is a gender-queer woman who is a friend to everyone—her love of life and of people is infectious. While she was never teased or called names for her sexual identity, she became an outspoken gay rights advocate. We meet Pam in May of 2015, just when she met the love of her life, Brett, after a long and painful divorce from a straight, cis man.

Brett, a transgender man, graduated from Duke Divinity School in May 2016, and they were married in 2016. Brett’s book, “My name is Brett: Truths from a Trans Christian” is a beautifully written account of Brett’s struggle to accept himself and his transition from a female to a male, while holding onto his core beliefs as a Christian, and knowing he is still loved by God. During the filming, Pam and Brett’s perspective of the world changes as Pam and Brett get married, become pregnant, and give birth to a child who now has openly queer parents. Pam and Brett’s story also features Mara Keisling, a trans woman and the director of the National Center for Transgender Equality, who helps in explaining specific transgender struggles in rural America.

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The Matthew Shepard Foundation | The Matthew Shepard Foundation’s mission is to amplify the story of Matthew Shepard to inspire individuals, organizations, and communities to embrace the dignity and equality of all people. Through local, regional, and national outreach, we empower individuals to find their voice to create change and challenge communities to identify and address hate that lives within our schools, neighborhoods, and homes.

GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.

PFLAG | The PFLAG Chapter Network–with over 400 chapters across the country–provides confidential peer support, education, and advocacy to LGBTQ+ people, their parents and families, and allies. PFLAG chapters are in communities in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. With 200,000+ members and supporters crossing multiple generations of families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas, PFLAG has been saving lives, strengthening families, and changing hearts, minds and laws since 1972.

National Center for Transgender Equality | The National Center for Transgender Equality advocates to change policies and society to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people. In the nation’s capital and throughout the country, NCTE works to replace disrespect, discrimination, and violence with empathy, opportunity, and justice.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

The Trevor Project | Founded in 1998 by the creators of the Academy Award®-winning short film TREVOR, The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.

Out In Rural America is proudly presented by WXXI Public Broadcasting and distributed by American Public Television.

Dialogue in Metal

World-renowned sculpture artist Albert Paley and Jesse James of West Coast Choppers fame collaborate to make two sculptures.

Each artist starts one sculpture and finishes the others.

With unprecedented access to both artists, WXXI spent roughly a year chronicling the creative journeys of Paley and James as they worked to create these two different sculptures. Filming began in January of 2017 when Paley traveled to James’ studio in Austin, Texas. There, James revealed the impetus behind this project, his long-time admiration of Paley’s work.

After that meeting in Austin, the two artists returned to their studios to begin construction of their sculptures in isolation. Neither one knew what the other would do. WXXI’s camera crew visited Paley’s studio in downtown Rochester to document his work, and then returned to Austin to see James’ progress. The half-finished sculptures were then delivered to their respective studios and a new chapter of work began. Along the way, Paley and James share their techniques and explain various processes in metalwork, including the oldest form – forging.

As both artists dramatically differ in function, form, and process, WXXI captures their styles, personalities, and the way they embraced the challenges of each other’s creation. The end result was the unveiling of the sculptures at FABTECH 2017, North Americans’ largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event in Chicago. Viewers will see the artists’ reactions to each other’s piece as they share their thoughts on their work and the journey. The project was more than just Jesse’s dream or an artist challenge, it was a philanthropic endeavor with proceeds from the two sculptures funding a scholarship in support of students pursuing metal work.

“Both Jesse and I have worked several decades with metal and metal technology. What I do and what he does is incredibly sophisticated. In the past, people have approached me to collaborate but I never thought it was a situation that was viable. What we have established about building these two sculptures is a very unique opportunity.”
-Albert Paley

“When two craftsmen that truly love metal can come together in an organic way and create, expect something amazing to happen. My biggest hope for this project is to inspire people and let them know that nothing is impossible. As long as you are willing to work hard and never quit.”
-Jesse James

Segment 1
Industrial Revolution

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Welding

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Art is Challenging

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Industrial arts

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Documentation

Segment 2
Forging

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Emotion

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Visualizing

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Understanding Process

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Production funding for Dialogue in Metal was provided by partners of FABTECH, ESAB, American Welding Society (AWS), Fabricators & Manufactures Association (FMA), Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), SME, Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI), and the Jane K. and Robert C. Stevens Fund for New Programming.

A Good Life • On-Demand

Life is full of joys and challenges for us all — but the experiences of individuals living with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) is something that not everyone understands or appreciates.

A Good Life, a WXXI production, takes an intimate look into the lives of six adults living with I/DD and their families. The film shares the challenges and opportunities they face, while leading national experts and historians in the field offer insight.

The film’s producers were able to imbed themselves with these adults and their families, filming moments from their everyday lives. A Good Life provides the unique opportunity to share their stories from a first-person perspective. Viewers will see each family dealing with aging in a unique way that is specific to the time period and constructs they were born into.

The film also offers professional perspective and historical context from local and national experts including Dan Meyers, Al Sigl Community President Emeritus; Jeiri Flores, an advocacy specialist with the Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities; Professor Tamar Heller of the Insitute on Disability and Human Development; Dr. Allison Carey, Disability Activism Sociologist, Professor, and Author; Nicole VanGorder of Upstate Special Needs Planning; Professor Jorge Matos of City University of New York Center for the Humanities; and Dr. Stephen Sulkes of Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities.

Photo: Roomates Amy and Katie
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Produced by WXXI. A Good Life was produced in conjunction with Move to Include, a partnership between WXXI and the Golisano Foundation designed to build a more inclusive community by inspiring and motivating people to embrace different abilities and include all people in every aspect of community life. Move to Include grew out of WXXI and Al Sigl Community of Agencies initiative, Dialogue on Disability, which is an annual week-long programming event that encourages community dialogue about the lives and abilities of people with disabilities.

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Prelude: The Legacy of Garth Fagan Dance On-Demand

Explore the life and career of Tony award winning choreographer Garth Fagan and meet three of his long-time disciples, who are now tasked with bringing his technique and legacy to the next generation.

PRELUDE l The Legacy of Garth Fagan Dance takes you on a journey through the twists and turns of the Tony award-winning choreographer’s storied, collaborative, and prolific career. The WXXI production also looks at three of Mr. Fagan’s long-time disciples – William J. Ferguson II, Natalie Rogers-Cropper, and Norwood Pennewell – who are now tasked with bringing his technique and legacy to the next generation. Through an immersive, cutting-edge documentary film style, PRELUDE reveals the many facets of Garth Fagan.

In celebration of 50 years of Garth Fagan Dance, the hour-long documentary explores the experiences that make up this Jamaican-American dance treasure and his work. Through Mr. Fagan’s own words, PRELUDE sheds light on how he was able to build a multi-cultural dance company that incorporates African-American, Jamaican, and American dance styles into a whole new dance technique.

Mr. Fagan’s choreography was launched into the spotlight in 1997 in Julie Taymor’s Broadway production of The Lion King, and PRELUDE reflects on what that experience meant to the choreographer and his close collaborators. Using archival video of rehearsals, performances, and interviews shot throughout the last 50 years, the film looks at the evolution of the virtuoso and his company of dancers who shared his vision and mastered his technique.

Interviews with The Lion King director Julie Taymor, Kennedy Center award-winning dancer Judith Jameson, SUNY Brockport Dancer Professor Emeritus Jacquie Davis, and many others provide a multifaceted view of all stages of Fagan’s illustrious career and a look at the next generation of Garth Fagan Dance.

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