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Home Salsa? Dances Links Resources Store Gallery DJ Ivette DJ Chata Articles Salsacrazy
SALSAROOTS CLASSIC VIDEOS
Here are some wonderful videos for people interested in Latin music history and culture. Most are not instructional dance videos but you can probably pick up innovative styling and footwork from some of them while you learn more about the people and places that have contributed to this rich musical heritage.
ANORAZA DE UNA EPOCA
ANORAZA DE UNA EPOCA,
a captivating video of performances of folkloric and
contemporary Cuban folkloric and contemporary music and dance. Shot at the Mission Cultural Center in San Francisco in 1999,
ANORAZA
DE UNA EPOCA captures the excitement and passion of a variety of dance
styles such as son, danzon, cha cha cha, mambo, rumba and casino rueda. ANORAZA DE UNA EPOCA is a MUST HAVE for anyone
who loves Salsa music and dance.
Available at the Salsaroots store.
SALSA A LA CUBANA
A 3 video series
"A Demonstrational Video of Cuban-Style Salsa Dancing From The Source ..."
presents demonstrations of great Cuban Style Salsa/Rueda moves. I believe all
the dancers are from Santiago and you really get a sense of the unique, sensuous
movements of male and female dancers. The video opens with a great segment
showing street dancers going full blast.
"The Fundamentals of Cuban-Style Casino Salsa Dancing" teaches techniques for leading and following a set of Casino (Rueda) patterns. These moves can be used as part of rueda or danced by solo couples.
"Advanced Moves in Cuban-Style Casino Salsa Dancing" presents s tons of complex moves, footwork and body styling for both men and women. These moves are definitely for experienced dancers, preferably done with someone you know very well after lots of practice. A great tape but dance at your own risk. No beginners allowed.
Available at www.salsaville.com
RUEDA DE BUEN ACHÉ
This demonstration video focuses on rueda
but also give samples of Salsatrio , Songo, Salsa Casino, Son and Quartetos de
Casino, which consists of one man with two and three women. Great energy,
wonderful moves to spice up your dancing. The video also includes
scenes from the "Fiesta Santiaguera" dance party with a live band, a slow
motion section for learning complicated turns and
written notes to help
track the action.
Available at www.boogalu.com
This the granddaddy of
all Salsa videos and is a must have for anyone interested in Fania All-Stars and
hard core New York Style Salsa music. “Our Latin Thing” was the product of the
late Jerry Masucci, founder and President of Fania Records, the label that first
gave Salsa worldwide exposure. Some people suggest that Our Latin Thing was the
first music video of our time, "Our Latin Thing." "Masucci was a visionary in
the growth of this exciting music 30 years ago This musical documentary gives
you a revealing, edgy look at the exciting urban lifestyles of New York's
Latinos during the 1970's. The scenes in the film were shot at The Cheetah, a
popular nightclub on August 26,1971 and throughout New York City. Great
dancers, amazing musical performances by Ray Barretto - Willie Colon - Larry
Harlow - Johnny Pacheco - Roberto Roena - Bobby Valentin - Santos Colon - Hector
Lavoe - Ismael Miranda - Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez - Adalberto Santiago - Bobby
Cruz - Cheo Feliciano - Ricardo Ray - Barry Rogers - Yomo Toro - Orestes Vilato
and many more!
A MUST HAVE FOR DIE HARD MAMBONICS AND SALSEROS.
Available at http://spanishgoodies.safeshopper.com/322/1194.htm?690
I stumbled upon this video just after
I came back from my first trip to Cuba and it is one of my favorites. This
entertaining survey of folkloric traditions in Cuba, as reflected through music,
dance and everyday life, reveals the connections between African and Latino
cultures. The video is evocative of the special reverence Cuban people have for
the interplay been art, culture and religion. The video features interviews,
musical and dance performances by Chucho Valdez, Librada Quesada, Isaac Delgado,
Juan Formel, Raíces Profundas, and Los Munequitos de Matanzas, and performers
from Havana's International Jazz Festival.
Available at http://www.cinemaguild.com/homeEnt/music.htm
"The
Buena Vista Social Club," produced by guitarist Ry Cooder and directed by Wim
Wenders ("Paris, Texas","Wings of Desire") to explores the evocative life
stories, captivating personalities and unforgettable music of the a talented
group of traditional Cuban musicians. Thanks to the dedication, pride and
passion of these charismatic performers traditional music styles such as son has
been rediscovered and exploded on the world music scene. You will want to hop
the first flight to Havana after you see this one.
Available at www.descarga.com
Roots
Of Rhythm: A Worldwide Celebration Of Latin Music From Africa To The Caribbean
And America (3 Video Set)
Originally titled "Routes of Rhythm"
this acclaimed series has been broadcast nationwide on public television. Color,
three videos, approximately one hour each, VHS documentary. Host Harry
Belafonte with stellar cast of musicians leads you in a musical odyssey tracing
the fiery roots of Latin music. The film starts with African tribal
celebrations, explores carnival and street dancers in Cuba and erupts on the
dance floors of New York's most popular nightclubs. Performer featured in this
film include Gloria Estefan, Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, King
Sunny Ade, Isaac Oviedo, Ruben Blades and many more. Another pivotal CD for
your collection.
Available at www.descarga.com
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RAICES
Banco Popular, a large Puerto Rican based financial institution, has released another wonderful video. Raices explores the origins of the Afro-Puerto Rican music/dance styles of Bomba Y Plena though dance and music performances, interviews and commentary by a Puerto Rican. Wonderful performances by the Cepeda family, Andy Montaňez, Marc Anthony, La India, Jose Feliciano, Giovanni Hildalgo and more.
Available at: http://www.casalatinamusic.com/videos.htm and at http://www.tradicionmusical.com/raices/raices.htm
A'BAILAR
The Journey of a Latin Dance Company
In this 1988 documentary Eddie Torres realizes his dream of creating a Latin dance company of the caliber of The Alvin Ailey Dance Troupe. Torres molds the best of New York's Hispanic dancers into a professional dance troupe with the help of legendary Puerto Rican musician and bandleader Tito Puente. The performer dance with such passion, heart and pride that you want to run out and immediately take Mambo lessons from Eddie. Click here to read rita@salsacrazy's recent interview with Eddie Torres.
Available at http://www.cinemaguild.com/tvCatalog/30minute.htm