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& W I Arts & Entertainment Wednesday, October 3, 2012 • page 19 Elon Dance Company moves with natural rhythm of campus KristelTedesco Reporter A buzzing crowd gathered outside Koury Business Center Sept 30 as danc ers gracefully stepped into their places, framed by the sunlit fountain. “Dance in the Landscape,” Elon Dance Company’s first performance of the season, explored the juxtaposition of natural elements and the crafted archi tecture of Eloris campus. Featuring group improvisation and three choreographed works, the concert showcased the talent and versatiBty of the dance majors. “You don’t have all the conditions you’re used to, like the perfect tempera ture and floor,” said freshman dance ma jor Kajda McGrath. “It’s definitely some thing pu have to adjust to.” Throughout the rehearsal process, dancers faced many challenges, including thick Carolina mud, uneven ground and unforgiving brick. “It’s a much more intense process,” McGrath said. “It’s pushed me to work harder, which I love.” Although last year’s performance took place in the Academic Village, the move to Koury Business Center created intricacies and challenges that propelled the artistry of the choreography to new heights, according to Jason Atyeh, con cert director and assistant professor of performing arts. Dancers repelled off the columns, ran through the pathways, dove into the soft grass and flew through the air, exploring all the elements of the spao:. “One thing that drew me to the space around Koury Business Center were the huge pillars and the space in between to use as part of the choreography,” Aryeh said. “I loved the idea of the fountain as a background.” This was Aryeh’s second year as direc tor of the site-specific concert. His Afri can heritage and dance training blended with contemporary dance motifs in the choreography. “For landscape, it’s real natural to come up with moments because I’ve been dancing outside all my life,” Aryeh s^d. “Landscape is home for me.” Aryeh took on a new challenge this year by collaborating with Clay Steven son, lecturer of music, to create an original electronic score featuring dubstep beats. The music inspired different movement qualities in the group work and sparked excitement among younger audience members. But upperclassmen have seen the annual fall concerts progress and evolve throughout their years at Elon. ‘It’s more cohesive,” said Kelsey Herbst, senior dance major and assistant director. “What I Eke aliout it is that it uses different visual perspectives on the same space." Another innovation in this year’s con cert was the inclusion of student chore ography. A trio of dancers gave a mature. WILUAM KENYON | Staff Photographer Heather Sandlerfleft) and Molly Sems (righ^ perform ‘Trio” in the Elon Dance Company’s “Dance in the Landscape” on Sunday S^tember 30th. emotive performance that explored the depth of the walkway, choreographed by Herbst. It was followed by Aryeh’s piece, which used the space from an other viewpoint by framing the dancers with Koury’s massive columns. The small cast size and proximity of the audience created an intimate atmosphere, despite the wide open setting of this year’s per formance. Top 10 fall fashion must-haves; A look ahead at autumn styles Alyssa Baxter Columnist Men •The jean: Every guy needs a solid pair of jeans in Ms closet. This year, it’s all about the classic look of light Levis. Don’t be afraid of a lighter shade for this season to add texture and contrast to your look The big change this fall is to single-cuff the bottoms as well. • Statement piece: Add an uncanny flair to your look with a flash of color or a statement piece. Pair a neutral colored sweater or button-down with colored pants or a funky tie or pair of shoes. Yiu will draw attention to yottr outfit while also expressing your creativity. • lig^t colored pants: Much like %ht jeans, light colored pants are also a fell staple. Cdlors like caramel, camel arid mustard will act as a simple base for the outfit. Less is more this season. It’s not about flash, but functional simplicity. • Oversized jadtets: Everybody needs a good fell jacket. Ditch the go-to sweatshirt or zip-up and grab an over sized jacket. When going for a wool or cotton peacoat, double or single-breasted styles ate great. Stick to neutral colors like black or navy, or go for a subtle pat tern that makes a big statement. A little pattern can go a long way. • Scarves: Guys, accessories are not just for girls. This season, go for a bold scarf that really gives your wardrobe a boost. A neutral or dark color will bring attention to ptir face. Coffee brown, tans, deep teals and burgtmdy wiU be the main palette for this fell in mcnswear, while red, burnt orange and raspberry wiE be for those who want more person ality in their style. Woii * Bladcandblue: Black and blue’ are the “it” color combination for this fell season. Don’t leave your wardrobe bare. Pair this color combo in a layered ■ look, dress, color block or break up an aU-black look with dark blue tones. Be sure not to forget the navy peacoat. The former trend is making a big comeback .this year. ' •Burgundy/wine: Dark red and purple shades are another color-combo staple. Be sure to pick the colors that ’ suit your sldn tone best. Whether it is in an oversized sweater, dress or even tights, these colors are the season’s new j. black. •Thinkbig: Large, chunky sweaters - and scarves will add textiure to your' ; outfit TThs fall, they will not only keep ' . you warm burwiU also bring effortless style. Add necklaces, bracelets or ear- ■ rings to make the oversized look mote feminine. If long enough, pair sweaters with leggings and boots. •IVBlitary; MOitary-inspired looks are a fall fashion must-have. Sport a modem militaty style with a sage green jacket, brown leather boots or a canvas satchel. Use accent pieces with metal and leather for a subtle hint of army flair. High collars also give military edge, and gold buttons on a peacoat or jacket can do the same. • Make it pop; Contrast the dark neutral tones of fall, and throw in a pop of color. Even though it’s not spring, don’t be afraid of bright colors. When wearing all black, pop it with a bright shoe, jacket or lipstick. Different tones and texmres 'can also boost tlie outfit, like wearing shiny black tights'to make the look mote chic. Review; Phoenix Highway member debuts solo project Zach.rrv Horner .‘sports_ Editor Frank Hurd is a name that has been known on campus foi several years. He was part of the campus-bascd baud Phoenix Highway, which lelcased its extended play, or EP, “American Blend” last year. On Sept. 12, he released his debut solo project, an EP titled “Pressed for Time.” It peaked at No. 11 on the iTunes singer/songwritcr chart. alongside notable names like James Taylor, Simon &, Garfun- kel and 'The Civil Wars. Hurd’s music fits right in with that category. The EP begin.s with “Time Flies Like an Arrow,” starting a theme that runs throughout the seven-track disc. The open ing; lines ask, “Have you ever thought about where all the time has gone and wonder why it keeps on moving and it won’t stop no matter what we try^” The iratk is about the fragil ity of time and how it seems to escape most people. Another vommon theme of h 1 I’ u 1 ' 1 id ’ IV ii 111 lan '.oiiu-iinie' iiUernTi- with It “Something \bout You’ discusses falling in love and looking back to see how the ro mance blossomed. In “The Sea sons Still Change,” Hurd sings about how passion remains thiough the seasons: “Just tell me you still feel the same, and the seasons still change." Hurd’s voK e fits the home grown folk genre well. The songwritmg is not outstanding, but his deter and nostalgit look at love forces the listcnei ' to think about loves they have '. lost and sing light along with • One thing is guai.mteed' If t'ou listen through this .ilbuin twice, you will quicklt get the songs stuck 111 \oui head. The 1 afch\ dioruses and soothing instiument.inons aic worth vour monev. ■■■
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