In the intimate Saa Magni (pronounced 'SAH MAHg-knee')—the title means "death is terrible"—Ailey company member Yannick Lebrun delivers a passionate duet filled with the angst and fear that comes along with the mourning process. One dancer portrays a lamented soul while the other provides strength and solace. Set to music by Malian singer Oumou Sangaré, Lebrun's movement is long and reaching with striking lines and full-bodied lifts.
Music Credits
* "Saa Magni" from the album Ko Sira, published by World Circuit Records
The premiere of Saa Magni is made possible by an anonymous donor.
Jamaris Mitchell in Saa Magni, photo by Nir Arieli
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Jamaris Mitchell and Kyle H. Martin in Saa Magni, photo by Nir Arieli