Legends of Jazz: Showcase (2006)

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

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. October 22, 2008

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 and professionalism. October 12, 2008

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!!!! September 30, 2008

Great video

I collect music videos and this is right up there. The quality of the video is good and the music fantastic. Kevin September 27, 2008

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 have their Blu-ray hooked up to an audio system and especially if you can take advantage of the Dolby Tru-HD sound track here. There is also a two channel uncompressed sound track. I haven't been one to embrace multi-channel music but this disc is an excellent example of how surround sound music can be done right and with Tru-HD listening becomes quite an experience. The mix is done as if you are in the audience. The instruments are in front of you with just enough to surround speakers to give ambience to the music. The video, of course, being in high definition, is stunning as well. Legends of Jazz on Blu-ray is a real audio video treat and the price is no more than a typical CD. Looking forward to hopefully seeing more of this series come to Blu. September 9, 2008

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