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 JAZZ TITLES: Vocal
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The Ladies Sing The Blues (DVD) $19.98 #2313 This acclaimed compilation brings together full-length, rare performances from the great ladies of song: Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne, Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan and Ethel Waters. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly as "a grand parade of American miracles," "Ladies" captures the excitement of the most distinctive female vocalists in Jazz. DVD BONUS FEATURES: (60 minutes, plus bonus features) [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
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Alberta Hunter:My Castle's Rockin' (DVD) $19.98 #2331 This award-winning performance documentary, which includes a full-length concert from The Cookery in Greenwich Village, tells the story of a legendary singer/songwriter who retired at 62 and made a comeback at 82. The Los Angeles Times called it "an exhilarating, moving portrait of an extraordinary woman." DVD BONUS FEATURES: (57 minutes, plus 25 minutes of bonus features) [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
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Airto & Flora Purim:The Latin Jazz All-Stars (DVD) $19.99 2311 When the sizzling sounds of Brazil entered the mainstream of American jazz and rock in the 60s, Airto Moriera, the world's foremost percussionist, became the leader of this innovative musical movement. Airto is joined by his wife, Flora Purim, whose six-octave vocal range creates one of the most innovative voices in modern jazz. These two renowned artists have collaborated with such legends as Miles Davis, Stan Getz, Gil Evans, Chick Corea and Paul Simon. Recorded live from the Queen Mary Jazz Festival ,experience the rhythmic sights and sounds of Latin Jazz. Airto & Flora Purim, with sax great Joe Farrell, perform selections including Scat...Man, Shoulder, Light as a Feather and Flora's Fling. They are joined with an exciting capoeira performance by the Batucaje Dance Troupe. "This is one great program." - Jazziz Magazine "...a must for fans of Brazilian and Latin music."- Guide to Home Videos DVD BONUS FEATURES: (60 minutes, plus Multiple Bonus Features) [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
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The Lou Rawls Showwith Duke Ellington (DVD)  $14.98 2319 His unique, ageless style, encompassing soul, jazz and pop, has established Lou Rawls as one of the premiere voices of the past five decades. Jam-packed with belting blues, beautiful ballads and a glorious gospel version of Oh Happy Day by Rawls and Freda Payne. Special guest Duke Ellington performs his legendary Satin Doll and Sophisticated Lady. Great entertainment and goodtime fun! "...anytime you get Rawls and Ellington together on video, it's a holiday. Simply Terrific." -Niagara Gazette "...a scintillating collaboration..." -All Movie Guide
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Joe Williamswith George Shearing: A Song is Born (DVD) $19.98 2333 Winner of numerous Downbeat Critics' & Readers' Polls, Joe Williams was at the peak of his musical powers in this unique collaboration with piano legend George Shearing. His vocal excellence and impeccable taste, that garnered Mr. Williams a Grammy Award, are displayed in his versions of musical jewels A Child is Born, Muddy Water, Tenderly and The Comeback. Superbly filmed at the Paul Masson Winery in California. "...can quench the thirst of almost every jazz fan..."- The Washington Post "...This is classic Joe Williams...people who like their jazz smooth will especially enjoy..."- Jazz Notes
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Nancy Wilson At Carnegie Hall (DVD)$19.98 #2317 Nancy Wilson makes every song uniquely her own. This 1987 JVC Jazz Festival concert, taped at New York's famed Carnegie Hall, showcases her distinctive amalgam of sensitive phrasing, secure intonation, and strong Jazz feeling. Featured are duets with Carl Anderson. JazzTimes reported: "...this is a flawless video, both technically and artistically." DVD BONUS FEATURES: (52 minutes, plus bonus features) [Add to Cart] [View Cart] |
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