LC Out of Doors 2011 { 28 galleries }
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New Orleans' Big Sam kicked off the show before "New York's Hardiest" were treated to the best of Nashville: Luther & Cody Dickinson (with guests) updated hill country blues to a power duo, the Bar-kays Soul Review paid tribute to the Stax legends, and guitarist Steve Cropper rounded up an all-star band and guest vocalists for his tribute to the 5 Royales.
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Two memorable discussions were held at the Rubinstein Atrium, in conjunction with the Roots Festival: a tribute to Jim Dickinson by family and bandmates, and a discussion of Stax Records and the music business with Al Bell and Melvin Van Peebles.
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The evening session for the festival started with a rousing set of string band music by The Ebony Hillbillies. Following them on the main stage were Bluegrass sensation Dailey & Vincent; a Tribute Sun Records featuring legends Sonny Burgess, Cowboy Jack Clement and more; and Nashville country icon Marty Stuart and his amazing band.
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The 28th Annual Roots of American Music Festival kicked off Saturday afternoon with 3 diverse (but rooted) events: an oral history of Sun Records from the men who made it great; Sid Selvidge recreates Mud Boy & the Neutrons with the next generation of Memphis musicians; and Abigail Washburn performed her roots (and Chinese!) based music to a thrilled Lincoln Center crowd.
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An extraordinary exhibit of virtuosity and discipline from the members of the Chinese American Arts Council Martial Arts Society.
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Oregon's MarchFourth Marching Band made a special visit to the Lincoln Center plaza for an hour of high-stepping and high-energy marching music!
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The world premiere of "Prophets of Funk-Concert Version", with David Dorfman Dance and The Family Stone (with original members Cynthia, Jerry, and Greg). Opening the night was a special collaboration with Boston's Debo Band and Ethiopian dancers Fendika.
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Not your father's fiddle: Todd Reynolds (with friends Sxip Shirey, Adam Matta, and strings) and Laurie Anderson (with Rob Burger, Eyvind Kang, and special guest Lou Reed) treated the Lincoln Center audience to songs and stories from violins in the 21st century.
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Echoes of Coney Island and other traveling oddities: Spike's Sideshow visited Lincoln Center, hosted by Ward Hall and featuring an assortment magicians, musicians, clowns and freaks.
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"Live from the Continent": new music from Africa, featuring soulful singer Iyadele, hip-hop rock from Spoek Mathambo, and the funky rap of Blitz the Ambassador. Plus a flash mob, DJs, and more!
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Oil drums and latin percussion were just a part of the rhythmic overload of the Natural Expression Rhythm Band, an all-star collective of Caribbean percussionists.
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The percussive roots of Guadeloupe is the focus of François Ladrezo and his group Alka Oméka, while the Gonzales brothers and their all-star ensemble (with special guest Chocolate) recreated their legendary recordings, at the heart of New York salsa.
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Vocal beats (Kid Lucky) meet flamenco (Alfonso Cid & Isabel del Dia) on the plaza of Lincoln Center.
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Bassam Saba led the New York Arabic Orchestra (with guest vocalist Naji Youssef) in performance of original and traditional pieces for large orchestra; flamenco wizard Arturo Martinez and his Espiritu Gitano ensemble stretched the boundaries of the art with special guest Badal Roy on tabla.
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Brooklyn's Raya Brass Band paraded through the Lincoln Center plazas, celebrating Balkan dance music with second-liners in tow.
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LA-based Cambodian surf rockers Dengue Fever and bhangra legend Malkit Singh brought out the dancers on a beautiful night in Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center.
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The revered Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the Trey McIntyre Project collaborated on two music/dance pieces at Lincoln Center.
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Lincoln Center Out of Doors regulars The Asphalt Orchestra played in smaller segments of the group for this year's appearance, combining contemporary music and movement to make marching band music for the new century.
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The church came to Lincoln Center on Sunday, with the New York debut of The Relatives and the gospel/soul of Mavis Staples.
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Girls ruled the night at Lincoln Center with an all-star tribute to the NYC Girl Groups of the '60s. Legends like Leslie Gore and Ronnie Spector shared the stage with members of The Exciters, The Toys, and more. . .hit after hit after hit!
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The Double Dutch Divas brought their steps to the steps of LIncoln Center on a gorgeous afternoon.
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Music and Dance combine as two revered ensembles - Don Byron's New Gospel Quintet and Burnt Sugar - improvise with Gabri Christa's all-star dance ensemble.
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The Invaders brought the light and heat of their gospel brass ensemble to a wet afternoon at Lincoln Center. But the joy was rampant and no one seemed to mind.
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Billy Bragg (with guests The Black Earth Boys) took Lincoln Center busking, with guest invited to play along with classics like "I Walk The Line", "Daydream Believer", and more.
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In tandem with a career retrospective, Eiko & Koma presented the world premiere of "Water" in the Milstein Pool at Lincoln Center. These images were shot over several nights during their residence.
59 imagesNew Orleans' Big Sam kicked off the show before "New York's Hardiest" were treated to the best of Nashville: Luther & Cody Dickinson (with guests) updated hill country blues to a power duo, the Bar-kays Soul Review paid tribute to the Stax legends, and guitarist Steve Cropper rounded up an all-star band and guest vocalists for his tribute to the 5 Royales.
21 imagesTwo memorable discussions were held at the Rubinstein Atrium, in conjunction with the Roots Festival: a tribute to Jim Dickinson by family and bandmates, and a discussion of Stax Records and the music business with Al Bell and Melvin Van Peebles.
42 imagesThe evening session for the festival started with a rousing set of string band music by The Ebony Hillbillies. Following them on the main stage were Bluegrass sensation Dailey & Vincent; a Tribute Sun Records featuring legends Sonny Burgess, Cowboy Jack Clement and more; and Nashville country icon Marty Stuart and his amazing band.
20 imagesThe 28th Annual Roots of American Music Festival kicked off Saturday afternoon with 3 diverse (but rooted) events: an oral history of Sun Records from the men who made it great; Sid Selvidge recreates Mud Boy & the Neutrons with the next generation of Memphis musicians; and Abigail Washburn performed her roots (and Chinese!) based music to a thrilled Lincoln Center crowd.
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15 imagesAn extraordinary exhibit of virtuosity and discipline from the members of the Chinese American Arts Council Martial Arts Society.
12 imagesOregon's MarchFourth Marching Band made a special visit to the Lincoln Center plaza for an hour of high-stepping and high-energy marching music!
54 imagesThe world premiere of "Prophets of Funk-Concert Version", with David Dorfman Dance and The Family Stone (with original members Cynthia, Jerry, and Greg). Opening the night was a special collaboration with Boston's Debo Band and Ethiopian dancers Fendika.
22 imagesNot your father's fiddle: Todd Reynolds (with friends Sxip Shirey, Adam Matta, and strings) and Laurie Anderson (with Rob Burger, Eyvind Kang, and special guest Lou Reed) treated the Lincoln Center audience to songs and stories from violins in the 21st century.
13 imagesEchoes of Coney Island and other traveling oddities: Spike's Sideshow visited Lincoln Center, hosted by Ward Hall and featuring an assortment magicians, musicians, clowns and freaks.
32 images"Live from the Continent": new music from Africa, featuring soulful singer Iyadele, hip-hop rock from Spoek Mathambo, and the funky rap of Blitz the Ambassador. Plus a flash mob, DJs, and more!
12 imagesOil drums and latin percussion were just a part of the rhythmic overload of the Natural Expression Rhythm Band, an all-star collective of Caribbean percussionists.
42 imagesThe percussive roots of Guadeloupe is the focus of François Ladrezo and his group Alka Oméka, while the Gonzales brothers and their all-star ensemble (with special guest Chocolate) recreated their legendary recordings, at the heart of New York salsa.
10 imagesVocal beats (Kid Lucky) meet flamenco (Alfonso Cid & Isabel del Dia) on the plaza of Lincoln Center.
32 imagesBassam Saba led the New York Arabic Orchestra (with guest vocalist Naji Youssef) in performance of original and traditional pieces for large orchestra; flamenco wizard Arturo Martinez and his Espiritu Gitano ensemble stretched the boundaries of the art with special guest Badal Roy on tabla.
12 imagesBrooklyn's Raya Brass Band paraded through the Lincoln Center plazas, celebrating Balkan dance music with second-liners in tow.
28 imagesLA-based Cambodian surf rockers Dengue Fever and bhangra legend Malkit Singh brought out the dancers on a beautiful night in Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center.
31 imagesThe revered Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the Trey McIntyre Project collaborated on two music/dance pieces at Lincoln Center.
14 imagesLincoln Center Out of Doors regulars The Asphalt Orchestra played in smaller segments of the group for this year's appearance, combining contemporary music and movement to make marching band music for the new century.
25 imagesThe church came to Lincoln Center on Sunday, with the New York debut of The Relatives and the gospel/soul of Mavis Staples.
47 imagesGirls ruled the night at Lincoln Center with an all-star tribute to the NYC Girl Groups of the '60s. Legends like Leslie Gore and Ronnie Spector shared the stage with members of The Exciters, The Toys, and more. . .hit after hit after hit!
6 imagesThe Double Dutch Divas brought their steps to the steps of LIncoln Center on a gorgeous afternoon.
42 imagesMusic and Dance combine as two revered ensembles - Don Byron's New Gospel Quintet and Burnt Sugar - improvise with Gabri Christa's all-star dance ensemble.
14 imagesThe Invaders brought the light and heat of their gospel brass ensemble to a wet afternoon at Lincoln Center. But the joy was rampant and no one seemed to mind.
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31 imagesBilly Bragg (with guests The Black Earth Boys) took Lincoln Center busking, with guest invited to play along with classics like "I Walk The Line", "Daydream Believer", and more.
24 imagesIn tandem with a career retrospective, Eiko & Koma presented the world premiere of "Water" in the Milstein Pool at Lincoln Center. These images were shot over several nights during their residence.