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Following the structure of a college-level master class, this instructional program was filmed at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Joe Lovano (one of the world`s leading saxophone improvisers) leads viewers through the improvisational process, equipping them with the tools needed to feel comfortable playing their instrument without using written music as a guide. What makes PERSONAL APPROACH unique is that the principles explored here can be applied to any instrument. Through several solo, duo, trio, and quartet performances, Lovano not only puts his theories into practice, but also illustrates how to fully utilize individual practice time, and how to work best with fellow musicians. Rather than advising students to follow any one technique, the lessons here stress that the key to improvisation is in relaxing, absorbing the music, and thinking spontaneously. By encouraging free thought, Lovano hopes to help students find their own voice. Through careful listening, students will learn how to mentally dissect the melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of a piece so that they can experiment with these basic components on their own.
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Richard Wagner's most acclaimed comic opera is performed by the world famous Opera Australia. Wonderfully over-the-top and hilarious performances from Helena Does, Paul Frey, and John Pringle make this production one of critical note.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33
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The 1899 New York newsboys' strike is the subject of this full-scale musical set against a stylized backdrop depicting turn-of-the-century New York City. In a series of rousing song and dance routines, choreographer/director Kenny Ortega chronicles the newsies' struggle with publishing mogul Joseph Pulitzer, their battering at the hands of strikebreakers, and their eventual triumph over the powerful newspaper establishment.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseAudio: To Be AnnouncedAdditional Release Materials: To Be Announced
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Hans Werner Henze is a Twentieth Century modern music composer whose requiem has been performed by many orchestras around the world. This program examines the man and the music, including a working version premiere of the Requiem at Covent Gardens.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseWidescreen AnamorphicAudio: PCM Stereo (Concert) Dolby Digital 2.0 (Portrait)Interactive Features: Interactive Menus Scene AccessAdditional Products: 12 Page Booklet
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The inimitable talents of Keith Jarrett have seen the talented musician pushing the boundaries of jazz, and winning over a devoted following as a consequence. This documentary offers vital insight into Jarrett`s life and work, providing fans with a chance to see what makes the great man tick. Interviews with Jarrett and people close to him offer some eyebrow raising moments, while the footage of the master at work offers a great visual and aural counterpart to the glowing testimonials on offer. Among the contributors are Chick Corea, Steve Cloud, Charlie Haden, Jan Garbarek, Gary Burton, and many others.
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