Tribal Travels: A Collage


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Paulette Rees-Denis and Gipsy Caravan presents a film by Christopher Ritchie

 

Welcome to the world of tribal bellydance told though the hips and hands of Gypsy Caravan. They weave you through strands of their journey of dance and music with evocative performances - in intimate restaurants and in large productions. Join this celebration of life through rhythms, melodies and movement with an eclectic tribe of dancers and musicians from Portland, Oregon as they travel on their own pilgrimage of passion, ritual, and art. With discussions about their dance, teaching and performing, and song creations, experience what being with Gypsy Caravan is like for these entertainers.

Take a look at their journey spanning over two years, 2002-2004, follow these nomadic musical storytellers, inspired by the ancient traditions of different cultures, as they fuse the collective vision to create this evolving cultural and visual collage. The Gypsy Caravan - Tribal Travels DVD Back CoverThe Gypsy Caravan musicians play a combination of traditional and modern instruments. Percussion instruments, such as the dumbek, davul, tar, and conga, match the dancers vigorous hip movements

. Melodies played on various wind instruments including zurna, mizmar, arghul, and flute inspire the dancer's arm gestures. Together they all contribute to an exhilarating and sometimes mesmerizing sound.

The Gypsy Caravan dancers use props such as veils, swords, baskets, and finger cymbals to demonstrate their skill as well as to enrich the performance. Although some of the dances are choreographed, the dancers use their improvisational instincts to ignite the music with the spontaneity of the moment. A balance of precision and grace showcases this dance as both intoxicating and powerful.

The resurging interest in this dance style allows the Gypsy Caravan to both educate and entertain their wide and ever growing audiences.

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