Original soundtrack from acclaimed Dayna Goldfine/Dan Geller feature documentary spanning 60 years with various dance troups under famous Ballets Russes banner, their tours throughout Russia, Australia, America, their impact on world ballet. Todd Boekelheide & David Conte enhance classical backdrop of movie with sensitive original score for orchestra. Spotlight is on strings, woodwinds, French horn, harp. Exquisite orchestrations, heartfelt solo colors!
SYNOPSIS - Filmmakers Dan Gellar and Dayna Goldfine explore the remarkable history of the legendary dance troupe Ballets Russes in this meticulously researched documentary that traces the evolution of the group from their 1909 debut performance in Paris until their final 1962 show in Brooklyn, N.Y. Performing at venues both large and small, the Ballets Russes opened the world's eyes to the art of dance in a manner never even conceived by vaudeville. From the involvement of such legendary artists as Picasso and Matisse to the quarrels between choreography giants George Balanchine and Leonide Massine, and interviews with such historical Ballets Russes dancers as Yvonne Chouteau, Raven Wilkinson, and other surviving members of the troupe, this documentary pays tribute to some of the biggest names in the world of dance while simultaniously showcasing the remarkable influence that Ballets Russes had on generations of dancers. 2005
1. Take a Bow 2:24
2. The End of Ballet? 1:12
3. Military Man 0:49
4. Titans 1:04
5. Into the Fray 1:35
6. Dancer to Actor 0:51
7. Intrigue 1:49
8. Mia Slavenska 1:01
9. On the Train 1:35
10. Mothers and Daughters 1:49
11. Leaving Europe 1:57
12. Puppet Master 0:51
13. Raven's Story 1:20
14. Still Alive 0:53
15. End of the Line 3:14
16. Decline 2:47
17 Be Warm 1:54
18. Where Are They Now? 3:53