2008 Celebration Horse ALBOROZO
and Avi Cohen of Kilimanjaro Ranch
"If well chosen it is the noblest horse in the world; the most beautiful that can be. He is of great spirit and great courage and docile; has the proudest walk, the proudest trot ... the loftiest gallop and is the lovingest and gentlest and fittest of all for a king in Day of Triumph." -William Cavendish, Duke of Newcastle, 1667
A push of the hindquarters and a quick leap from the ground and the horse is effortlessly elevated into the air in a stunning execution of his haute-ecole training. The horse is a 16 H dapple grey Andalusian stallion named Alborozo owned by Avi Cohen of Kilimanjaro Ranch. This dramatic stallion captures the strength and refinement of the Pura Raza Española (PRE) horse known as the Andalusian.
As one of the oldest horse breeds in the world, the Andalusian has influenced the development of more breeds than any other horse except for the Arabian and Barb. The story of the great Spanish horse is illustrated in cave drawings on the Iberian Peninsula dating back to 20,000-30,000 B.C. The horse became a favored mount of the ancient Greeks and Romans and even garnered a mention in Homer's famed Iliad in 1,100 B.C. The Andalusian horse exhibits a versatility that has withstood the test of time. A proud and intelligent temperament combined with athleticism and elegance have made the Andalusian horse a breed unmatched.
We were so enchanted by the power and splendor of Alborozo that we partnered with renowned equine artist Brigitte Eberl to create this spectacular new sculpture that will only be available at BreyerFest. You read that correctly – Breyer is breaking the mold for you. Created in the likeness of Alborozo, this model is so breathtaking; it could pirouette in front of your eyes! Available with three-day tickets while supplies last, Alborozo, the decoration and the mold, will be destroyed once BreyerFest concludes. Don't let this exclusive limited edition model pass you by.
Bluegrass Bandit
Bluegrass Bandit, a 2002 grey Tennessee Walking Horse mare, is known to steal the show when it comes to Trail Pleasure classes. At the 2005 Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, Bandit was crowned the World Champion in Youth English Trail Pleasure and in Amateur Owned and Trained Western Trail Pleasure. In the end, she was named the World Grand Champion in Western Pleasure and was voted the Trail Pleasure Horse of the Year by Voice of the Tennessee Walking Horse Magazine. Come meet Bandit and her owners Chip, Bonny and Jared Carrier of Gobblers Knob Farm in Franklin, KY.
DZ Weedo - 2008 Spring Release
DZ Weedo, endearingly known as Odie by his owners Doug and Sue Schembri of Char-O-Lot Ranch in Florida, is a 1994 buckskin Appaloosa stallion. He is particularly well-known in the Western show ring as a multiple national and world champion in Western Riding and trail competitions. His offspring have won several world and national championships, as well as eight Bronze Medallions in racing, 1050 performance points and 304 halter points. Son of the Hall of Fame mare Merry Weedo, DZ Weedo's accomplishments include 1997 Appaloosa National Champion in the Trail Horse division and 1998 Appaloosa World Champion in the Western Riding division.
Fox Valley Oliver - 2008 Spring Release
A champion ambassador for the breed, Fox Valley Oliver, an 18-hand Shire owned by Kathy Whitaker of Flying Feathers Farm in New Providence, PA, excels in halter and driving competitions as well as in the sport of combined driving. From 2000 to 2003, he earned several reserve championships in the U.S. and Canada and was named Senior Champion Stallion at the Ohio State Fair in 2003.
Pimlico RCA
Sired by the 11-time Egyptian Arabian Sire of the Year, Thee Desperado (2008 Breyer Spring release model), Pimlico is a stunning example of the undeniable beauty, tall carriage, and movement of the Egyptian Arabian. This Western pleasure horse has many awards including: 2004 Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Stallion, 2003 Egyptian Event Champion Stallion (6-9 Years Old), 2006 Top Five Stallion Region Nine Championships and 2007 Region Nine Champion Stallion.
Around the World with Noble Horse Theater
BreyerFest has brought you a horse that delighted with its comedic routine, Brahma bulls that jumped through fire and even an awe-inspiring Paint that danced to music. This year we are excited to announce another remarkable equine presentation, the Noble Horse Theater!
Based in Chicago, the Noble Horse Theater is home to a troupe of talented and highly-trained equine entertainers whose performances will leave you spellbound. Director Dan Sampson got his horse-loving roots as a child on his family's farm. He went on to become a founding member of the Marine Corps Mounted Guard Unit and has studied Dressage throughout Europe. In 1999, Sampson founded the Noble Horse Theater. The theater holds a unique part of Chicago history as the last remaining riding hall in Chicago and the oldest active riding hall in North America.
Can't make it to Chicago? Don't worry! We're bringing this talented cast to BreyerFest to take us on a trip around world! Travel through the mystical Middle East with mesmerizing Arabians and then on to a Roman riding act full of thrills. Gypsy performers, complete with a traditional wagon, will captivate you with their colorful dancers. Come with us to Russia as
Omar Chinibekov and Sergey Latokhin of Kazakhstan perform Jighitovka, a form of Russian stunt riding. Chinibekov has even performed with the Moscow circus! Follow us to Spain where Laura Amandis and her Andalusian stallion Ascierto will show off their teamwork, featured in equine acts across the country. Add a quadrille, pas de deux, and more for a whirlwind adventure featuring horses from every continent!
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