FAU Libraries Media Center - Videographies, Jazz Music

VH 6804 Adventure
Summary: Ninth of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz. In the 1950s, post-war prosperity continues but beneath its placid surface is growing demand for civil rights. Louis Armstrong speaks out and Miles Davis becomes an icon for an entire generation of Americans. Saxophonists Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane and Ornette Coleman make their debut and introduce a new jazz movement--the avant garde. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 1170 After Hours
Summary: Shows a purported late night session at the "After Hours Club" in the 1950's. Coleman Hawkins on sax, Roy Eldridge on trumpet, Milt Hinton on bass, Johnny Guarnieri on piano, and Cozy Cole on drums as they perform "Lover Man", "Taking a Chance on Love", and others. 027 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 2445 Airto & Flora Purim
Summary: When the sizzling sounds of Brazilian jazz entered the mainstream of American jazz and rock in the sixties, Airto Moreira, the world's foremost percussionist, was the leader. Together with his wife, Flora Purim, one of the most innovative voices in modern jazz. 060 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3167 Alberta Hunter: My Castle's Rockin'
Summary: This concert film portrays the life of the legendary singer/songwriter, known for her independent spirit and often naughty lyrics. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ, BIOGRAPHY, CONCERT

VH 3396 All Strings Attached
Summary: Featuring Tal Farlow, John Abercrombie, Larry Carlton, Larry Coryell, Johe Scofield, John Patitucci, Billy Hart. 1.Intro-Misty 2.Meditation 3.Autumn Leaves 4.My Romance 5.All Blues. 060 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3310 Andy LaVerne's Guide to Modern Jazz Piano
Summary: Jazz instructional video. Illustrates how to use his in-depth piano instruction in either a solo or a band situation. 090 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2556 Anything for Jazz, with Jaki Byard
Summary: This intimate view of pianist Jaki Byard shows a warm and charming man, open and unpretentious, with very strong family ties. What's more, commentary by bassist Ron Carter and pianist Bill Evans (who died in 1980 shortly after this program was made) shows Byard's place as a skilled musician to be of much greater importance than his moderate fame would indicate. The tape is a mixture of performance-solo piano and Byard's big band, the Apollo 025 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2554 Archie Shepp: I am jazz...It's my life
Summary: Archie Shepp, whether on tenor or soprano sax or shouting his poems of protest, generates enormous emotions, swings like mad, and expertly builds his solos to an exciting climax while all the time acknowledging en route the debt he owes to Parker and Coltrane. 052 Min. VIDEO 1984 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 0921 Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers
Summary: Recorded live at Seventh Avenue South, New York City. 055 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0342 Art Blakey: Jazz At The Smithsonian
Summary: Performing-Art Blakey, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Donald Brown, Bill Pierce, Charles Fambrough. 058 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2555 Art Ensemble of Chicago: Live from the Jazz Showcase
Summary: The Art Ensemble of Chicago: Lester Bowie (trumpet and percussion), Joseph Jarman (reeds and percussion), Roscoe Mitchell (reeds and percussion), Malachi Favors Maghostut (bass and percussion), Famoudou Don Moye (drums and percussion). Taped November 1, 1981. Program: We-Bop, Promenade, On the Cote Bamako, Bedouin Village, New York is Full of Lonely People, New Orleans, Funky AECO, Theme (Odwalla). 050 Min. VIDEO 1981 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3304 Bebop and Swing Guitar with Emily Remler
Summary: Jazz guitar instructional video with accompanying booklet. Styles covered include Wes Montgomery and Pat Martino. 057 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2478 Ben Webster: The Brute and the Beautiful
Summary: Ben Webster was on of the great saxophonists in jazz. In his ear, only Coleman Hawkins and Lester Young were his equal. But unlike them, Webster's playing did not decline with age- it got better and stronger and more resonant. It took his emigration to Europe, at the age of 53, to ensure the stately mellowing of an already peerless style. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2873 Benny Carter
Summary: In the relatively short history of jazz, a few names tower above others for their innovation and raw talent. Names like Armstrong, Parker, Gillespie, Monk, Davis and Holiday. Add to this distinguished list the name of Benny Carter who, although he has not sold as many records or achieved the notoriety of other stars, nevertheless ranks among the creme de la creme of American musicians. His achievements as a composer and arranger, and his superb 060 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3292 Bill Evans Trio (Jazz at the Maintenance Shop)
Summary: One of the most influential modern jazz pianists, Bill Evans's lyrical mode first came to prominence on Miles Davis's classic album KIND OF BLUE, before he embarked on a distinguished solo career. He was a prolific composer whose compositions were closely bound to his style of improvisation. But Bill Evans' natural home was the trio and he brought to piano, bass and drums an orchestral awareness and an expansiveness that belied the size of the group. Bill Evans died September 15th, 1980 less than a year after this recording was made. 059 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1485 Bill Evans: On the Creative Process
Summary: Bill Evans discusses with Harry Evans the teaching/learning process in playing jazz piano and demonstrates how the rhythm, harmony and melody of a composition can be changed in a jazz rendition. 020 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3395 Bix Beiderbecke - Ain't None Of Them Play Like Him Yet
Summary: This documentary chronicles the life and career of legendary jazz musician Leon Bix Beiderbecke, from his early beginnings as a child prodigy to his tragic death at age 28. Even before he could walk, Bix's melodic genius earned him the nickname" the musical wonder child". Yet while the critics and fans adored him, Bix was plagued by his family's disapproval, an alcohol dependency and changing musical times. 116 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2449 Black Artists of the Silver Screen, Vol.2
Summary: Minnie the Moocher (4 min.): Cab Calloway and his orchestra -- Jittering Jitterbugs (12 min.): Hamtree Harrington, Lee Norman's orchestra, Arthur White's Lindy Hoppers-- Heavenly Choir (10 min.): I'm Going to Shout All Over God's Heaven; Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen; Cross the River Jordan -- St, Louis Blues (17 min.): Bessie Smith -- Showtime at the Apollo (30 min.): Willie Bryant, Mantan Moreland, Lionel Hampton and his orchestra, Delta Rhythm Boys, Martha Davis, Nipsey Russell, Nat King Cole Trio -- Hi De Ho (10 min.): Cab Calloway. Rarely seen musical excerpts of Afro-American films from the 1920s to the 1950s. 075 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 2617 Black Jazz and Blues
Summary: (1929, 1935, 1945). Three all-black shorts with Bessie Smith, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Louis Jordan, the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra. 044 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ, MUSICAL, DANCE, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 1032 Blues, Part 1
Summary: 2 videocassettes. America's music series. Host, Brock Peters; performers, B.B. King, Linda Hopkins, Leata Galloway, Ernie Andrews, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson, Vi Redd, "Pee Wee" Crayton, Joe Williams, Paula Kelly, Esther Phillips, Bobby McGee, Buddy Guy, Jr. Wells, Dorothy Donigan, and others. 058 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 1033 Blues, Part 2
Summary: See VH 1032 " Blues, Part 1 ". 058 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 1450 Blues: Country to City
Summary: Distinguishes between country and urban blues, demonstrating musical characteristics of each style and showing the settings in which they emerged. A performance by guests Willie Dixon and his Chicago Blues All-stars illustrates the lyrical and instrumental nature of urban blues. An example of country blues is given by Brownine McGhee and Sonny Terry. Also discusses the influence of early blues on young white musicians. 029 Min. VIDEO 1980 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: FROM JUMPSTREET

VH 3303 Born to Swing - Count Basie
Summary: Recaptures the richness of Swing Music in general and the delights of the Count Basie Band in particular. It celebrates the soloists; Dicky Wells, Buck Clayton, Buddy Tate, Earle Warren and Jo Jones. 050 Min. VIDEO 1973 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2467 Branford Marsalis-Steep
Summary: Recorded November 13, 1987 at Spirit Square Arts Center, Charlotte, North Carolina. Interviewees: Sting, Herbie Hancock, Danny De Vito, Billy Crystal, Spike Lee, Delfayo Marsalis, and others. Songs; Swinging At The Haven, Crescent City, Broadway Fools, Love Stone, Solstice, Dienda, Lament, Lon Jellis, Giant Steps. 090 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3388 Buddy Rich - Jazz Legend: Part 1, 1917 -1970
Summary: Presents the life, the music and the astounding percussion virtuosity of the man who will be forever known as "the world's greatest drummer." Rich is featured in extremely rare performance footage from 1939 to 1970 with the bands of Artie Shaw, Harry James and Tommy Dorsey, as a leader of his own small groups and big bands, and in a once-in-a-lifetime, five minute drum duel with Gene Kurpa. Adding incisive commentary are narrator Mel Torme, Buddy's daughter Cathy family and friends, musical associates, and the legend himself-Buddy Rich. 067 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3389 Buddy Rich - Jazz Legend: Part 2, 1970 -1987
Summary: "The World's Greatest Drummer" at the helm of his own band, soloing incredibly on classics such as West Side Story and Channel One Suite. Other exciting performances, spanning the years 1970 to 1987, feature Buddy with his famed small group, various classic television performances including Johnny Carson and in workouts on numbers ranging from Birdland to the Carioca. Adding in-depth commentary are narrator Mel Torme, Buddy's daughter Cathy and the legend himself- Buddy Rich. 080 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3397 Cannonball Adderley & Teddy Edwards - Jazz Scene USA
Summary: Jazz Scene USA's broadcast over nationally syndicated television in 1962 was cause for joy among jazz fans, and acclaimed at the time by most critics as the finest program of its kind. The brainchild of life-long jazz devotee Steve Allen, the series showcase many of the very best California-based jazz performers, not to mention rare TV appearances by outstanding national acts as well. all are featured without commercial restraints in a relaxed, casual atmosphere created by hipster host, singer Oscar Brown, Jr. Uncompromising in its use of imaginative camera angles, the visual style is on a par with the creativity of the music. Never available before, these shows are jazz time capsules to treasure from America's golden age of televised jazz. 060 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3399 Carnegie Hall Salutes: The Jazz Masters
Summary: Verve Records threw a party at Carnegie hall on Wednesday night April 6, 1994, a celebration of its golden anniversary. The magnitude of the event and the number of jazz luminaries who turned out to participate was only fitting for one of the most important labels in the music's history. The all-star cast at Carnegie Hall and the rare archival video seen here offer the Verve story in summary, a mini-tour of the music and the masters that created the Verve legend; tributes to Ella Fitzgerald, Charlie Parker, Count Basie and Billie Holiday to name a few. 115 Min. VIDEO 1995 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3302 Cecil Taylor - Burning Poles
Summary: Jazz Video. 1. Poles 2. The Silence of Trees 3. For 050 Min. VIDEO Subject: JAZZ

VH 1440 Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker
Summary: Parker, a virtuoso saxophonist, nicknamed Bird, created a new style of jazz before his death at 34, and won equal fame as the king of the hipsters. Features film clips, silent footage, and interviews with Rebecca Parker Davis, Leonard Feather, Dizzy Gillespie, Roy Hanes, Jay McShann, Frank Morgan, Chan Parker, and Roy Porter. 058 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ, BIOGRAPHY

VH 1489 Complete Guide to Saxophone Sound Production, The
Summary: Saxophonist David Liebman discusses principles of sound production for all styles of saxophone playing. Topics include breathing, the larynx, overtone exercises, articulation, expressive techniques, reeds, and mouthpiece. 143 Min. VIDEO 1989 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3301 Count Basie and His Orchestra - Whirly-Bird
Summary: Blues video. 1. All of Me 2. Flight of the Foo Birds 3. The Midnight Sun Never Sets 4. Blues for Ilean 5. Jumpin' at the Woodside 6. I Needs to be Bee'd With 7. April in Paris 8. Li'l Darlin' 9. Whirly-Bird 10. One O'Clock Jump 059 Min. VIDEO 1993 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6802 Dedicated to Chaos
Summary: Seventh of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz. This video is set in the early 1940s. When America enters World War II in 1941, jazz music goes to war too, and swing becomes a symbol of democracy. Glen Miller and Artie Shaw take their music to the men and women of the armed forces overseas. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 1487 Different Drummer: Elvin Jones
Summary: Documents the background and style of jazz drummer Elvin Jones. Traces the origin, arrangement, and performance of his original compositions. 030 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0574 Discovering Jazz
Summary: Traces the history of jazz from its roots in the 19th century black America from Dixieland and blues through such styles as swing, bop, cool jazz, funky, and free improvisation. 022 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0343 Dizzy Gillespie's Dream Band
Summary: Videotaped live at Avery Fisher Hall February 16, 1981. Musicians, Dizzy Gillespie, Gerry Mulligan, Max Roach & Pepper Adams, Melba Liston, Janice Robinson, Grady Tate, John Hendricks, Jon Faddis, Milt Jackson and others. 016 Min. VIDEO 1981 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2443 Dizzy Gillespie: A Night in Tunisia
Summary: A living legend, Dizzy Gillespie helped give birth to the bebop era with his composition "A Night in Tunisia". Dizzy wrote a list of jazz standards" that is staggering in its impact", and he was "by far the most influential trumpeter in the world" wrote Leonard Feather, the noted jazz critic who also appears in this film. 028 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1478 Drum Set, The: A Musical Approach
Summary: Examines the fundamentals of jazz, rock and funk drumming in five segments. 120 Min. VIDEO 1984 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1452 Early Jazz
Summary: Illustrates the musical characteristics of ragtime and early jazz, their relationship and the music cultures form which they evolved. Features Alvin Alcorn and Roy Eldridge. 029 Min. VIDEO 1980 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: FROM JUMPSTREET

VH 0276 EAV History of Jazz with Billy Taylor, The
Summary: Billy Taylor acts as host on camera and in voice-over narration to introduce the fundamental aspects and many sounds of jazz. 049 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2408 Ed Thigpen: The Essence of Brushes
Summary: Featuring Ron Carter & Tony Purrone. The trio performances incorporate concepts and techniques from Ed's instructional presentations, and cover a wide range of music styles. The performances include a wonderful "jazz waltz, " a delightful Latin/Brazilian influenced piece and a truly swinging blues. Manual available. 060 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2459 Eddie Jefferson-Live from the Jazz Showcase
Summary: Eddie Jefferson with Richie Cole (alto sax) and John Campbell (piano), Kelly Sill (bass), Joel Spencer (drums). Songs; Jeanine, Night in Tunisia, Trane's Blues, I Cover the Waterfront, So What?, I Got the Blues, When You're Smiling, My Baby Has Gone Away, Body and Soul, How High the Moon, Bennie's from Heaven, Moody's Mood for Love, Summertime, Freedom Jazz Dance. 050 Min. VIDEO 1979 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3307 Evolution of Solo Jazz Piano, The - by Bill Dobbins (Part 1)
Summary: A study of solo piano styles developed by 24 of the most influential solo pianists from 1900 to the present. Part 1, Scott Joplin, Jelly Roll Morton, James P. Johnson, Willie "The Lion" Smith, Earl "Father" Hines, Thomas "Fats" Waller, Teddy Wilson, Duke Ellington, Art Tatum, Meade Lux Lewis, Pete Johnson and Jimmy Yancey. 050 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3308 Evolution of Solo Jazz Piano, The - by Bill Dobbins (Part 2)
Summary: A study of solo piano styles developed by 24 of the most influential solo pianists from 1900 to the present. Thelonious Monk, Bud Powell, Oscar Peterson, Errol Garner, Lennie Tristano, Bill Evans, Clare Fischer, Jimmy Rowles, Cecil Taylor, Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett and Richie Beirach. 050 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0950 Fela in Concert
Summary: Fela is the most celebrated Black African musician today, and a politician who represents the uprising of Black Africa. His music combines the influences of such jazz musicians as Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Miles Davis. This produces a new musical style called Afro-Beat, akin to Jazz-Rock, but with deep African roots. 057 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2457 Gadd Gang Live, The
Summary: 1. Things Ain't What They Used To Be (7: 49) 2. I Can't Turn You Loose (5: 25) 3. Watching The River Flow (7: 22) 4. My Girl-Changes (11: 30) 5. Whiter Shade Of Pale (4: 50) 6. Signed, Sealed, Delivered (10: 30) 7. Honkytonk-I Can't Stop Loving You (9: 20) 060 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6797 Gift, The
Summary: Second of ten episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to the present day. This video features Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington and describes the beginning of the Jazz Age in New York and Chicago during the early 1920s. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN, EUROPEAN STUDIES Series: JAZZ

VH 1420 Gil Evans And His Orchestra
Summary: A performance by the Gil Evans big band, with selections by Gershwin, C. Mingus, Monk, J. Hendrix and G. Evans. 067 Min. VIDEO 1983 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3291 Great Day in Harlem, A
Summary: In 1958, Art Kane, one of New York's most promising young art directors, conceived the idea of an all encompassing group shot of "everyone" in the jazz world. The word went out to meet uptown at 10: 00 AM on a Summer morning - quite an early hour for musicians who usually played till dawn. Jazz greats mingled with legends - all but ignoring the man who was trying to get them to pose. A GREAT DAY IN HARLEM features rare, never before seen home movie footage of the jazz stars arriving greeting each other the morning of the shoot. Also included are conversations with jazz greats and archival performance footage. 060 Min. VIDEO 1995 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 3299 GRP All-Star Big Band
Summary: A compilation of jazz artists. Those featured are; Horace Silver, Sonny Rollins Herbie Hancock, Charlie Parker, Benny Golson, John Coltrane, Chick Corea, Victor Feldman, Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Walter Fuller, Luciano Pozo and Lee Morgan. 059 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6796 Gumbo
Summary: First of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz from its roots in the African American community of New Orleans during the 1890s to its heights and continuing presence, this video features artists Jelly Roll Morton, Buddy Bolden, Sidney Bechet, and the Original Dixieland Jazz Band. 090 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 3305 Harlem Harmonies, Volume 1 (1940-1945)
Summary: 1. Harlem Hot Shots (1940) 2. Bip Bam Boogie 3. Red Hot Heat 4. Hot in the Groove (1942) 5. No, No Baby (1945) 6. Everybody's Jumpin' Now (1944) 7. Lonesome Road (1941) 8. Swingin' in the Groove (1945) 9. Jungle Jig (1941) 035 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3306 Harlem Harmonies, Volume 2 (1941-1946)
Summary: 1. Hot Chocolate (1941) 2. Let's Scuffle (1942) 3. Jive Talk Dictionary (1942) 4. I Want To Talk About You (1944) 5. Unlucky Woman (1941) 6. You Rascal You (1942) 7. Caldonia (1945) 8. Honeysuckle Rose (1941) 9. Errand Boy for Rhythm (1946) 10. Take Me Back Baby 11. Breakfast in Rhythm (1943) 030 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3295 Harry Connick Jr. / The New York Big Band Concert
Summary: Includes Sweet Georgia Brown, Don't Get Around Much Any More, Recipe For Love, Bare Necessities, Can't Take That Away, You Didn't Know Me When, He Is, They Are, With Imagination, We Are In Love, It Had To Be You, Just Kiss Me, All Of Me, Paramount Fanfare. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2481 Herbie Hancock Trio: Hurricane!
Summary: Three masters explore their roots and capture the full spectrum of the art of jazz... a display of lyrical sensuality and sizzling pyrotechnics. Herbie Hancock has developed a unique and versatile piano style and influenced all of pop music. Both he and Ron Carter were members of the legendary Miles Davis Quintet from 1963-68. Fusing R & B influences with electronics, he helped invent jazz/funk and became one of the few jazz greats to have multiple albums hit the charts, while adding standards to the jazz repertoire. His hit Rock-It and his Oscar for Round Midnight underscore the diversity of his talent. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 4573 High Lonesome, The Story of Bluegrass Music
Summary: Traces the evolution of bluegrass, one of America's most vital musical fusions, from its folk roots in the Kentucky hills through the innovations which shaped its most modern forms. With over 100 songs and a keen thread of the cultural and historical forces running through them, "High Lonesome" captures the heart and soul of the music and its founder Bill Monroe, along with other seminal figures. Directed by Rachel Liebling. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ, COMMUNICATION

VH 3309 How to Play Jazz Piano
Summary: Can be used effectively by players ranging from beginners with just a basic keyboard knowledge (reading, rhythm, some chords and scales) to more experienced players who want to learn the freedom of playing jazz and improvisation. 069 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2455 Imagine the Sound
Summary: Imagine the Sound, Ron Mann's first feature-length film, was made in 1981. Mann met Bill Smith at an Archie Shepp concert in Toronto, they decided t o co-produce a film about music. Mann would direct and Smith would interview f our musicians influential in the evolution of free form jazz in the late 50's an d early 60's: Cecil Taylor, Archie Shepp, Paul Bley and Bill Dixon. 092 Min. VIDEO 1981 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0736 In A Jazz Way ( A Portrait of Mura Dehn)
Summary: Provides a portrait of dancer Mura Dehn. Born and trained in Russia, she went to Paris in 1925, met Josephine Baker and discovered jazz. Tells how she came to New York and choreographed jazz tunes. Includes a live interview with Mura Dehn along with archival footage. 030 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: DANCE, JAZZ, BIOGRAPHY, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 2476 Jack Sheldon in New Orleans
Summary: Jack Sheldon and New Orleans are a natural combination. Both are slightly off-center, warm, spicy, and surge with good time swinging. He is one of the most original and distinctive trumpet voices in jazz. Growing up in Southern California, Sheldon was an early contributor to what would become the "West Coast" sound. 060 Min. VIDEO 1989 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2456 Jackie McLean On Mars
Summary: With Jackie McLean, Woody Shaw and the Jackie McLean Septet. Mr. McLean talks about the jazz tradition, discusses the politics of art and of heroin addiction, engages her college students in dialogues that are interesting and sometimes funny, rehearses, and performs. 031 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1456 Jazz Gets Blue
Summary: Identifies the basic form and feeling of blues with reference to the classic blues style and demonstrates the application of blues to jazz. Features Willie Dixon, Roy Eldridge and Jackie McLean. 029 Min. VIDEO 1980 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: FROM JUMPSTREET

VH 2454 Jazz in America: Gerry Mulligan
Summary: Videotaped live at Eric's, February 19, 1981. 059 Min. VIDEO 1981 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1172 Jazz in Exile
Summary: Through interviews and performances of original jazz, explores the feelings of great American expatriate musicians. Looks at why they left the United States and why they are coming home to critical acclaim. 058 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6203 Jazz in the Concert Hall
Summary: Program #1) "Jazz in the Concert Hall" (53 min.) illustrates the nature of jazz and its fusion with serious concert music in the last 40 years. Program #2) "Tribute to Sibelius" (53 min.) features the performance of Finlandia, the first movement of the Violin concerto in D minor, and the fourth movement of the Symphony no. 2 in D major by Sibelius to commemorate the one hundredth anniversary of his birthday. Program #3) "A Birthday Tribute to Shostakovich" (53 min.) celebrates the birthday of Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich. 159 Min. VIDEO 1994 Subject: JAZZ, CLASSICAL Series: YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERTS

VH 1175 Jazz Is My Native Language: Toshiko Akiyoshi
Summary: Gives an in-depth look at the musical and personal life of composer/pianist/band leader Toshiko Akiyoshi. 060 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ, BIOGRAPHY

VH 2477 Jazz Parades-Feet Don't Fail Me Now
Summary: New Orleans, birthplace of American jazz, is the setting for this episode of AMERICAN PATCHWORK. Alan Lomax looks at neighborhood dances, social clubs, a rooftop dancer named "Spiderman" and Mardi Gras, the annual parade which celebrates the city's proud cultural and musical heritage. 060 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: AMERICAN PATCHWORK

VH 1454 Jazz People
Summary: Surveys the modern forms of the uniquely American music known as jazz and explores the social and environmental factors within the Afro-American culture that contributed to its development. Uses film clips and photographs to identify numerous key individuals and groups who represent various periods in the history of Jazz. Also features Dizzy Gillespie, James Moody and Jackie McLean. 029 Min. VIDEO 1980 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: FROM JUMPSTREET

VH 1171 Jazz Shorts
Summary: Four unrelated short features on jazz. 029 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1038 Jazz Then - Dixieland, Part 1
Summary: Two videocassettes, VH 1038 & 1039, 60 min each. 060 Min. VIDEO 1983 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 1039 Jazz Then - Dixieland, Part 2
Summary: See VH 1038 " Jazz Then - Dixieland, Part 1 ". 060 Min. VIDEO 1983 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 1448 Jazz Vocalists
Summary: Using performances, interviews, documentary films and animation, these 13 programs explore Black musical tradition from its beginnings to its present place in American music. 029 Min. VIDEO 1980 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: FROM JUMPSTREET

VH 5735 Jazz: An Expression of Democracy
Summary: The President and Mrs. Clinton host renowned jazz musicians, scholars and a seventeen-piece jazz band. The discussion is led by Grammy award-winning artist Wynton Marsalis and celebrated jazz pianist Marian McPartland, who explain how the development of this unique American art form reflects the make-up of our democracy. 088 Min. VIDEO 1998 Subject: JAZZ Series: MILLENNIUM EVENINGS AT THE WHITE HOUSE

VH 1486 Jazz: Earl Hines & Coleman Hawkins
Summary: A rare historic musical session with Earl Hines (piano and vocals) and Coleman Hawkins (tenor sax) from 1965. 028 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 1482 John Carter and Bobby Bradford: The New Music
Summary: Carter and Bradford, survivors of the '60's avant-garde, discuss their art and play a pair of original duets. 029 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3386 Keith Jarrett Trio Concert - Live At Open Theater East 1993
Summary: 1. In You Own Sweet Way 2. Butch And Butch 3. Basin Street Blues 4. Solar - Extension 5.If I Were A Bell 6.Oleo 7.Bye Bye Blackbird 8.The Cure 9. I Thought About You. 120 Min. VIDEO 1993 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2463 Konitz-Portrait of an Artist as Saxophonist
Summary: Through conversations with the musician and a good sampling of his work, this program gives us a portrait in words and music of Lee Konitz, one of the leading lights of jazz since the 1940's. Based on footage of Konitz and Harold Danko playing six piano duets, the program lets Konitz talk about his career and his music. We hear from him in four different settings: at a workshop with music students from Montreal's Concordia University, during an 083 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2451 Lady Day-The Many Faces of Billie Holiday
Summary: This documentary lets us see and hear the miracle that was Billie Holiday. Featured are rare TV and movie clips, along with commentary by a stellar group of jazz instrumentalists and singers who knew her well. Among those recalling Lady Day are the vocalists Carmen McRae and Annie Ross (who were inspired by her), fellow Count Basie alumni Buck Clayton and Harry "Sweets" Edison, and Billie's last accompanist, pianist Mal Waldron. 060 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1176 Last of the Blue Devils, The: The Movie About Kansas City
Summary: Presents the story of Kansas City music in the twenties and thirties, when this Midwestern city acquired an intense concentration of nightlife. Includes performances by, and interviews with, Count Basie and his orchestra, Bennie Motten and his orchestra, Joe Turner, Jay McShann, Charlie Parker, and the Oklahoma Blue Devils. 090 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: AMERICAN STUDIES, JAZZ, DANCE

VH 3390 Legends Of Jazz Drumming: Part 1, 1920 -1950
Summary: Traces the history of Jazz drumming in America from its earliest, Pre-1920 roots to the advent of the be-bop revolution in the mid-1940's and beyond. Included in this ground-breaking retrospective are rare film clips and still photographs of early pioneers like Baby Dodds and Paul Barbarin, percussion legends Chick Webb, Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich, Dave Tough and Sid Catlett, as well as innovators like Jo Jones and Kenny Clarke. Host Louie Bellson guides us through this fascinating look at jazz history, and Roy Haynes adds incisive commentary. 063 Min. VIDEO 1996 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3394 Legends Of Jazz Guitar, Volume 3
Summary: Featuring Jim Hall, Herb Ellis, Tal Farlow, Pat Martino, Barney Kessel, Charlie Byrd. The guitar's odyssey in jazz is presented afresh in Vestapol's third compilation of prime performances from six of the idiom's movers and shakers. They appear in nine varied performances captured between 1964-1987. A feast for guitar gluttons, these stunning snapshots of imagination and energy in flight will dazzle jazz lovers of every bent. 063 Min. VIDEO 1995 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3311 Lester Young - Song of the Spirit
Summary: "Song of the Spirit" is the story of Lester Young told by his friends...Jo Jones, Count Basie, Norman Granz, Buster Smith, Buck Clayton, John Hammond, Dizzy Gillespie, Connie Kay, Bobby Scott and many others. 110 Min. VIDEO Subject: JAZZ

VH 0345 Live at the Village Vanguard, Volume 4
Summary: Mal Waldron-Piano, Woody Shaw-Trumpet, Charles Rouse-Saxophone, Reggie Workman-Bass, Ed Blackwell-Drums. The quintet plays three pieces written by leader Mal Waldron, "Git-Go, " "All Alone, " and "Firewaltz."After the set, alone in a rehearsal studio, Waldron plays the classic tune he wrote with Billie Holiday, "Left Alone." 060 Min. VIDEO 1984 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0346 Live at the Village Vanguard, Volume 5
Summary: Lee Konitz-Saxophone, George Mraz-Bass, Mel Lewis-Drums, Roland Hanna-Piano. Saxophonist Lee Konitz does ten tunes-solos, duets (a Chopin prelude with pianist Roland Hanna), trios and quartets. There is also black and white footage from the 50's when Konitz appeared with a big band, doing numbers like "Geneva's Move" and the classic "Subconscious-Lee." 060 Min. VIDEO 1984 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0347 Live at the Village Vanguard, Volume 6
Summary: David Murray-Tenor Saxophone, John Hicks-Piano, Fred Hopkins-Bass, Ed Blackwell-Drums. Numbers include "Off Season, " "Lovers, " "Ming, " "Morning Song" and "Murray's Song." 060 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2480 Louie Bellson and His Big Band
Summary: Louie Bellson, the inventor of the two bass-drum kit, is famous for his memorable participation in the big bands of Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and Harry James. He also revitalized the Duke Ellington band, where he became known as an arranger, and toured for many years with his wife, singer Pearl Bailey. His distinguished career has led him to recordings with Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson and many other superstars. Driving the band from the drums, Louie Bellson is a leader who controls the performance and has always had the respect of the players. 055 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1476 Louie Bellson: The Musical Drummer
Summary: A demonstration, with explanations, of jazz drumming techniques by Louie Bellson. Studio musicians provide accompaniment. 060 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 7920 Machito: A Latin Jazz Legacy
Summary: Documents the life and achievements of the Cuban born singer, jazz musician, and composer Machito (Frank Grillo) who came to New York City in 1937. Traces his musical roots in Cuba, then examines his contributions to the development of Latin music in U.S., particularly the combination of Afro-Cuban music and jazz. Contains numerous scenes of social and theatrical dancing in venues such as the Savory Ballroom, the Palladiuim, and the Apollo Theater. Dance forms represented include tap dancing, the rumba, swing dancing, the mambo and others. 058 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0865 Magnificat
Summary: A traditional version of Bach's Magnificat performed by Tafelmusik and the Tudor Singers, with a jazz version featuring Bobby McFerrin, Ann Mortifee, and the New Single Singers. 049 Min. VIDEO 1989 Subject: CLASSICAL, JAZZ

VH 6805 Masterpiece By Midnight, A
Summary: Last of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz. In the 1960s jazz fragments into the avant-garde and many divided schools of thought. In the early 1970s jazz founders Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington pass away. Miles Davis leads a movement of musicians who incorporate elements of rock and soul into their music. By the mid-1980s jazz bounces back led by Wynton Marsalis and a new generation of musicians. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, CIVIL RIGHTS, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 1481 Max Roach: In Concert/In Session
Summary: Jazz drummer Max Roach performs as a soloist at the Kool Jazz Festival; illustrates the Max Roach Quartet's studio recording of Chattahoochie Red. 060 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1169 Mel Lewis and His Big Band
Summary: Concert recorded in Jerusalem during a world tour exemplifies the Mel Lewis Band style. Contains: I'm Getting Sentimental Over You, Ding Dong Ding, I Get a Kick Out of You, I Wanna Be Happy, Little Pixie. 038 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ, CONCERT

VH 2453 Mel Lewis and the Jazz Orchestra
Summary: In this concert taped in 1982 at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C., Lewis leads his young, seventeen-piece ensemble through several Herbie Hancock and Bob Brookmeyer compositions. 060 Min. VIDEO 1983 Subject: JAZZ, CONCERT

VH 3294 Mel Lewis and the Jazz Orchestra
Summary: In this concert taped in 1982 at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C., Lewis leads his young, seventeen piece ensemble through several Herbie Hancock and Bob Brookmeyer compositions. This hour of great music and great musicianship proves that the big band remains a creative and viable force in jazz, and serves as a video memorial to the incomparable Mel Lewis. 060 Min. VIDEO 1983 Subject: JAZZ, CONCERT

VH 2444 Miles in Paris
Summary: Recorded during the 10th Paris Jazz Festival -3rd November, 1989 in Zenith. Included: 1.Human Nature 2.Amandla 3.Tutu 4.New Blues 5.Mr. Pastorius 060 Min. VIDEO 1989 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1441 Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968
Summary: Charlie Mingus, jazz bassist/composer, performs and talks about his life, work, and politics. 058 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2934 New Orleans: Til The Butcher Cuts Him Down
Summary: A superb study of the history and men who played New Orleans Jazz through the eyes of one of its greatest trumpet players, Punch Miller. Kid Punch was renowned in New Orleans and played with all the greats from that city - King Oliver, Kid Ory, Jelly Roll Morton, Louis Armstrong. This film is about his life and the changes that New Orleans music went through during his lifetime. Punch Miller conjures up the zesty heyday of New Orleans music. 053 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0923 One Night with Blue Note Preserved (Volume 1)
Summary: Filmed at Town Hall in New York City on Feb. 22, 1985. Bobby Hutcherson, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson, Tony Williams, Stanley Jordan, Art Blakey, Curtis Fuller, Johnny Griffin, Walter Davis, Reggie Workman, Bennis Wallace, Cecil McBee, Jack DeJohnette, James Newton, Kenny Burrell, Grover Washington, Jr., Grady Tate, McCoy Tyner, Jackie McLean, Woody Shaw, Charles Lloyd, Michel Petrucciani, Lou Donaldson, Jimmy 060 Min. VIDEO 1985 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0924 One Night with Blue Note Preserved (Volume 2)
Summary: See VH 923 "One Night with Blue Note Preserved (Volume 1)". 055 Min. VIDEO 1985 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3392 Oscar Peterson: The Life Of A Legend, Part 1
Summary: This video tells the life story of one of Jazz's all time great pianists, a technical virtuoso and master of swing whose life has been shaped by his own extraordinary talent and driving ambition. 049 Min. VIDEO 1995 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3393 Oscar Peterson: The Life Of A Legend, Part 2
Summary: This video tells the life story of one on Jazz's all time great pianists, a technical virtuoso and master of swing whose life has been shaped by his own extraordinary talent and driving ambition. 045 Min. VIDEO 1995 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6798 Our Language
Summary: Third of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans. This video is set during the late 1920s and features artists Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Sidney Bechet, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and blues singer Bessie Smith. As the stock market soars, jazz is played in dance halls and speakeasies everywhere. By 1928 the West End Blues establishes jazz an expressive art. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 0344 Paris Reunion Band
Summary: Woody Shaw-Trumpet, Joe Henderson-Tenor Sax, Curtis Fuller-Trombone, Nathan Davis-Tenor & Soprano Sax, Nat Adderley-Trumpet, Idris Muhammad-Drums, Walter Bishop, Jr.-Keyboard, Jimmy Woods-Bass. Pieces performed: Tune Down, Work Song, The Man from Potter's Crossing, Old Folks, Hot Licks, Sweet Love of Mine. 057 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1173 Passing it on: Barry Harris
Summary: A documentary about jazz pianist, composer, and teacher Barry Harris. Much of the film focuses on Barry's teaching at the Jazz Cultural Theatre in New York. Also includes scenes of Barry as a student himself; an appearance on a TV talk show; and a 1983 New York concert featuring the Monk tunes "Epistrophy, " and "Ruby My Dear." 023 Min. VIDEO 1985 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3387 Pat Martino - Open Road
Summary: Pat Martino. A guitarist's guitarist. A musician's musician. Jazz legend. Open Road is a documentary on jazz and his new directions in music. 060 Min. VIDEO 1993 Subject: JAZZ

VH 3298 Pat Metheny Group - More Troubles
Summary: Jazz video. 1. Opening 2. Have You Heard 3. Last Train Home 4. First Circle 5. Are You Going With Me 6. Letter From Home 7. Half Life of Absolution 8. The Road to You 9. Third Wind 10. Letter From Home (reprise) 070 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 0226 Rag To Rock To Disco
Summary: A program of jazz dance performed by Gus Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago. 047 Min. VIDEO 1979 Subject: DANCE, JAZZ

VH 2452 Reed Royalty
Summary: Hosted by Branford Marsalis. Speaking from a beautiful New Orleans mansion, Marsalis guides us through nearly a hundred years of outstanding jazz reed playing, beginning with legendary clarinetists and continuing with many of the great soprano, alto, and baritone saxophonists of jazz history. 058 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1034 Rhythm & Blues, Part 1
Summary: 2 videocassettes. America's music series. Hosts, Billy Eckstine, Brock Peters; performers, Billy Preston, Billy Eckstine, Ruth Brown, Gloria Lynne, Sheer Delight, Mary Wells, Brook Benton, Scatman Crothers, O.C. Smith, Sam Moore, and others. 056 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 1035 Rhythm & Blues, Part 2
Summary: See VH 1034 " Rhythm & Blues, Part 1 ". 057 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ Series: AMERICA'S MUSIC

VH 3297 Rhythmstick
Summary: Jazz video. 1. Barbados 2. Friday Night at the Cadillac Club 3. Nana 4. Caribe 5. Softly as in a Morning Sunrise 6. Palisades in Blue 7. Colo de Rio 8. Wamba 9. Quilombo 059 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6803 Risk
Summary: Eighth of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz. Despite the escalation of the Cold War, America's musical tastes turn to sentimental singers and rhythm and blues. New gifted musicians emerge including Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck, Gerry Mulligan and John Lewis. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, CIVIL RIGHTS, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 2479 Ron Carter and Art Farmer: Live at Sweet Basil
Summary: Four of the world's most respected musicians come together for a scintillating night of jazz...live from New York's Sweet Basil, one of the most prestigious jazz clubs anywhere! This 1990 state-of-the-art production marks the first time these legendary musicians have played together on the same stage. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2464 Ron Carter Live: Double Bass
Summary: Ron Carter (Piccolo Bass), Roland Hanna (Piano), Lewis Nash (Drums), Leon Maleson (Bass), Kenyatte Abdur-Rahman (Percussion). Songs; 1. Double Bass 2. Little Waltz 3. Blues For D.P. 4. Tone Poem-All Blues 5. Loose Change 6. The Third Plane 7. Eight-Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child. 055 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: JAZZ

VH 4350 Round Midnight
Summary: An elegant, evocative ode to bebop - the free spirited but technically demanding jazz that blossomed during the postwar era - and to the expatriate black Americans who created, nurtured and lived it. Directed by Bertrand Tavernier. 132 Min. VIDEO 1986 Subject: COMMUNICATION, JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 1174 Sonny Rollins Live
Summary: A live performance by jazz tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins, supported by Bob Cranshaw on bass, Walter Davis, Jr., on piano, Masuo on guitar, and David Lee on drums. Selections include "There Is No Greater Love, " "Don't Stop the Carnival, " "Alfie, " and "St. Thomas." 036 Min. VIDEO 1979 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1523 Steve Gadd in Session
Summary: Steve Gadd demonstrates and explains different drumming techniques including funk, be-bop, reggae, ballads, and Latin styles. Accompanied by studio musicians on bass, keyboards, upright bass and piano, Gadd performs several pieces. 090 Min. VIDEO 1985 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1475 Steve Gadd: Up Close
Summary: Interview with Steve Gadd, jazz drummer, conducted by Rob Wallis. 060 Min. VIDEO 1982 Subject: JAZZ

VH 1480 Steve Smith (Part 1)
Summary: Part one (52 min.) illustrates basic approach to rock and jazz, methods for developing good time and meter, approaches to practice, and creative use of drum patterns. Part two (52 min.) illustrates more advanced styles and concepts of drumming. Topics include fusion drumming, soloing/odd groupings, creativity, double bass drumming, creating a drum part. 060 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ

VH 6800 Swing, Pure Pleasure
Summary: Fifth of ten videos tracing the history of Jazz. This video is set in the mid 1930s. The Great Depression stubbornly refuses to lift and jazz comes as close as ever to being America's most popular music. Its new name is Swing, and Benny Goodman finds himself with a host of rivals, including Tommy Dorsey and Glen Miller. Billy Holiday emerges to begin her career as the greatest of all female jazz singers. 090 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 6801 Swing, the Velocity of Celebration
Summary: Sixth of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz. This video is set in the late 1930s. Swing is still a national craze that keeps growing despite the Depression. 105 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 2613 Swing: The Best of The Big Bands Volume 1
Summary: For nearly two decades the unparalleled sound of the Big Bands dominated American music. The entire country jumped and jived to the swinging tunes belted out by the brass heavy ensembles which made music history in the nation's ballrooms, dance halls and theaters. Those golden days when names like Dorsey, James and Krupa dominated the hit parade are captured here through rare original film performances by the Swing Era's greatest musicians. 050 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ Series: SWING: THE BEST OF THE BIG BANDS

VH 2614 Swing: The Best of The Big Bands Volume 2
Summary: See VH 2613, "Swing: The Best of The Big Bands" Volume 1. v.2. Charlie Barnet, Lionel Hampton, Ralph Marterie, Gene Krupa, Tommy & Jimmy Orchestra, Nat King Cole, Stan Kenton, Sarah Vaughan, Woody Herman. 050 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ Series: SWING: THE BEST OF THE BIG BANDS

VH 2615 Swing: The Best of The Big Bands Volume 3
Summary: See VH 2613 "Swing: The Best of The Big Bands" Volume 1. v.3. Jimmy Dorsey, Billy Daniels, Les Brown, Freddy Martin, Duke Ellington, harry James, Count Basie, Teresa Brewer, Gene Krupa, Ink Spots, Charlie Barnett. 050 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ Series: SWING: THE BEST OF THE BIG BANDS

VH 2616 Swing: The Best of The Big Bands Volume 4
Summary: See VH 2613 "Swing: The Best of The Big Bands" Volume 1. Count Basie, Jimmy Forsey, Tex Beneke, Mills Brothers, Ray Anthony, The Skylarks, Stan Kenton, Louis Prima, Buddy Rich. 050 Min. VIDEO 1991 Subject: JAZZ Series: SWING: THE BEST OF THE BIG BANDS

VH 2450 Tenor Titans
Summary: Hosted by Branford Marsalis and featuring Coleman Hawkins, John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Sonny Rollins, Archie Shepp and David Murray. 060 Min. VIDEO 1992 Subject: JAZZ

VH 2434 Thelonious Monk - Straight No Chaser
Summary: Combines rare footage of Monk in studio on tour and behind the scenes with new interviews, archival photos and more to create a landmark aural and visual treat. 090 Min. VIDEO 1990 Subject: AFRICAN AMERICAN, JAZZ

VH 6799 True Welcome, The
Summary: Fourth of ten episodes tracing the history of Jazz from its roots in the African American community of New Orleans. This video is set during the 1930s. Mired in the Great Depression, jazz is called upon to lift the spirits of a frightened country. Features artists Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington. 120 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: JAZZ

VH 2458 Universal Mind of Bill Evans, The
Summary: Features commentary by Steve Allen. There are two types of genius: creative and interpretive, Bill Evans had a considerable store of both. Not only was the late pianist and composer a great exemplar of the jazz art; he could analyze it in an engaging, informative manner. He proves in this film that enlightenment can be an entertaining experience. 045 Min. VIDEO 1966 Subject: JAZZ

VH 7068 Volume 1: The Beginning Through the '20's
Summary: Anchored by Peter Jennings of ABC News, this volume examines daily life in America during the early 1900's--when a loaf of bread cost only a few cents, horse-power really meant horsepower, flying to the moon was the stuff of dreams and the average life span was only 45 years--while looking ahead to the decades of change yet to come. 135 Min. VIDEO 1999 Subject: U.S. HISTORY, JAZZ, WORLD HISTORY, AFRICAN AMERICAN Series: THE CENTURY AMERICA'S TIME

VH 0885 Wild Women Don't Have the Blues
Summary: The story of Ma Rainey, Ethel Waters, Bessie Smith, Alberta Hunter, Ida Cox, and other pioneering blues singers from early in the century. We learn of their vision, struggles, pain and humor. The film recreates the stories of these legendary women who left their mark on the music and the heart of America. 058 Min. VIDEO 1989 Subject: COMMUNICATION, JAZZ, AFRICAN AMERICAN

VH 6441 Wynton Marsalis
Summary: Marsalis discusses classical music, jazz music, the blues, and his life. Includes commentary from band members, his father, and his brother. Filming takes place in New York City and New Orleans. Excerpts from songs include: "Black Coals, " "Jungle Blues, " Blood on the Fields, " and "Citi Movement." 056 Min. VIDEO 2000 Subject: AFRICAN AMERICAN, JAZZ, BIOGRAPHY

VH 2462 Wynton Marsalis: Blues and Swing
Summary: In this full-length program, Wynton is featured in an intimate concert performance with his quartet, recorded at the Westwood Playhouse in Los Angeles, and in workshops conducted with students at Harvard University and at the Duke Ellington School Of The Arts in Washington, D.C. 079 Min. VIDEO 1988 Subject: JAZZ, CONCERT

VH 1479 Zildjian Day in New York
Summary: Features performances by Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Tommy Campbell, Billy Cobham and Alex Acuna at a "concert/clinic event" sponsored by the Avedis Zildjian Co. in New York, May 20, 1984. 060 Min. VIDEO 1987 Subject: JAZZ, CONCERT