Legends of Jazz: Showcase [Blu-ray]

Lrs Media, 2006, Blu-ray

Product Description

The critically-acclaimed Legends of Jazz with Ramsey Lewis - the first weekly television series devoted to jazz in more than 40 years - debuted nationally on PBS stations in April 2006. Now presented on the superior new Blu-ray Disc format, Legends of Jazz with Ramsey Lewis "Showcase" is an all-star collection of 13 riveting live performances from the series by some of the biggest stars in jazz. Track Listings: Take Five

— All Jarreau & Kurt Elling My Funny Valentine

— Chris Botti The Panther

— Marcus Miller, George Duke, Lee Ritenour Senor Blues

— David Sanborn & Phil Woods Armando's Rhumba

— Chick Corea 12 Year Old Boy

— Robert Cray & Keb' Mo' Killer Joe

— Benny Golson The Island

— Ivan Lins Mumbles

— Clark Terry They Can't Take That Away From Me

— Jane Monheit & John Pizzarelli Obsession

— Dave Valentin Take The 'A' Train

— Dave Brubeck & Bill Taylor Dear Lord

— Ramsey Lewis

Product Details

Title: Legends of Jazz: Showcase [Blu-ray]
Sales Rank: 6097 in Music
Actor: Various Artists
Studio: Lrs Media, 2006-10-24, Theatrical Release: 2006-10-24
Format: Color, Compilation, Widescreen, Acpect Ratio 1.78:1
Languages: English (Original Language)
Audience Rating: Unrated
Region Code: 1
Running Time: 55 minutes
Item Dimensions: 1 pounds
Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches, 0.2 pounds

Customer Reviews

Doesn't play on PS3: And DSR Media never sent me a replacement, as they promised. Very disappointed with them, and Amazon, shipping defective units. More reviews

Jazz musicians don't need studio tricks to sound world-class: I saw this disc used twice for demonstration purposes at the CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association) EXPO in Denver this year. Great artists, sound and video. Yes, there are people out there that can play in tune and sing on pitch. With all the trash out there it's nice to find this level of soul, intellect… More reviews

Love this set!!!!: Great set!!! Video & audio is state of the art!!!!! One more thing, McCain, Palin and the rest of the neo-cons suck big monkey dong!!!! More reviews

Great video: I collect music videos and this is right up there. The quality of the video is good and the music fantastic. Kevin More reviews

Fabulous: If you have a Blu-ray player and enjoy Jazz this is a must have. Each performance is great. The styles of Jazz vary from performer to performer. I like a variety of music so this was not a problem for me. It shouldn't for most either, since, after all, the performers are "Jazz Legends". The most benefit from this disc will be to those who… More reviews