April 17, 2011

There’s a lot of talk about the need for interdisciplinary teams to execute innovation, but they’re still far from the norm. Nonetheless, the importance of such thinking, along with the need for all of us to remain open to the possibility afforded by experimentation, was brought home by this video. The short film pairs the cello virtuosity of Yo-Yo Ma with the flexibility and contortions of Los Angeles dancer, Lil Buck and shows the magic that can come from unexpected juxtaposition. I particularly love the pair’s hug at the end, a mark of respect and affection from two people who know they just shared a unique experience. (Link via Allen Murray.)