The Norfolk Academy Fine Arts Department presents The Norfolk Academy Dance Team
FALL SEASON DANCE CONCERT 2021
One Moment In Time
ONLINE PREMIERE Friday April 30, 2021 www.norfolkacademy.org/arts/one-moment-in-time
Inspiration is what fuels the spirit to create, to express, to deliver from the soul. A poetic logic emerges and breathes a unique atmosphere for all to enjoy. The music genres celebrated in this dance concert are just a few of many. It is a mere glimpse of the contribution made by African American composers. It is our hope that this concert will leave you moving, tapping your feet, dancing, leaping for joy and clapping your hands in a spontaneous exaltation. - Elbert Watson, Dance Master
DANCE TEAM SENIORS: JUNIORS: SOPHOMORES: 8th GRADERS: 7th GRADERS:
Sabrina Sterns Keira Mann, Madalyn Mejia Sophie Knittig, Sophie Patch Olivia Crocker, Sarah Glassman, Graham Gunn, Taylor Purcell Julia Dodd, Eliana Jin
PROGRAM Calypso “Calypso” is a style of Afro-Caribbean music, originating in Trinidad and Tobago in the 19th century, that became popular in the mid-20th century in America. Calypso combines cultural influences from West Africa, France, Jamaica, Haiti, and other island styles. Jump In The Line Music: Harry Belafonte Choreographer: Suzy Gunn Dancers: Olivia Crocker, Eliana Jin, Taylor Purcell, Graham Gunn, Sarah Glassman
Motown “Motown” music originated in the late 1950s with Berry Gordy Jr. and his record label in Detroit, Michigan. Motown’s name derives from “motor town,” and the music played an important role in the racial integration of popular music. Can
I Get A Witness Music: Marvin Gaye Choreographer: Elbert Watson Dancers: Full Company
Spirituals “Spirituals,” also known as negro spirituals or AfricanAmerican Spirituals, combine African cultural heritage with the experiences of bondage and slavery during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. The songs often describe extreme hardship and tell Biblical and folk stories. Spirituals have become the first “signature” music of the United States. Lord, I Want You To Help Me” Music: Marvin Winans and Cheryl Pepsii Riley Choreographer: Elbert Watson Dancers: Sabrina Sterns, Madalyn Mejia, Keira Mann, Sophie Patch, Sophie Knittig, Sarah Glassman, Taylor Purcell Soon Ah Will Be Done Music: The Moses Hogan Singers Choreographer: Elbert Watson Dancers: Full Company
Ragtime “Ragtime” music became popular in the United States between 1895-1919. Ragtime features a syncopated, or “ragged” rhythm, and has its origins in African American communities such as St. Louis, Missouri. Scott Joplin was a ragtime composer, living from 1868-1917. Maple Leaf Rag Music: Scott Joplin Choreographer: Elbert Watson Dancers: Eliana Jin, Olivia Crocker, Taylor Purcell, Sarah Glassman, Graham Gunn, Sophie Knittig, Sophie Patch, Madalyn Mejia
House Music “House Music,” was created by DJs in Chicago, Illinois, and used heavily in the underground dance clubs of the 1980s. House music is mainly electronic, and features repetitive beats and deep bass lines. Back In The Days Music: Shayan Choreographer: Elbert Watson Dancers: Full Company
PRODUCTION TEAM Dance Master and Choreographer Assistant Director and Coach Dance Team Captain Lights Sound Video
Production Director Poster & Program Design & Layout
Elbert Watson Suzy Gunn ’01 Madalyn Mejia ’22 Nate Ternes ’21 Averell Stith ’22 Suzy Gunn ’01 Jasy Nelson ’21 Elizabeth Taddeo ’21 Taran Jeevan ’23 Rob Fleenor Martha Gentry