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WOMADELAIDE 2001
program highlights
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Eugenio Bennato and Musicanova (Italy) |
Bennato's project 'Taranta
Power' started in 1998 and has rejuvenated the traditional Mediterranean
art of taranta (more commonly known as 'tarantella'). This magic
and energetic form of rhythm and dance has a place alongside Portugal's
fado or Spain's flamenco. Bennato found fame initially through his
research into ethnic music in the late 60s. In 1976 Bennato gathered
an extraordinary group of musicians and dancers from across Italy to form
the Musicanova ensemble and since then he has recorded dozens of albums
and toured extensively throughout Europe, the USA, the UK, the former Soviet
Union and South America. Considered to be the father of Southern
Italian music, he has recorded music for film, theatre and classical ballet
and his brilliant guitar style, combined with the impact of taranta, has
unearthed an enthusiastic young audience of hip-hop and rock fans!
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