Best Music Films of 1997
Can't You Hear the Wind Howl? The Life and Music of Robert Johnson
A mix of new ... this near-mythic figure, generally regarded as the king of the Delta blues. Shown at the 1997 Boston Film Festival. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Paul McCartney: In the World Tonight
This video offers a ... solo album Flaming Pie. In The World Tonight is a rare glimpse at the man behind the musical legend. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Phil Collins: Live and Loose in Paris
Phil Collins has had ... hits including "Against All Odds", "Sussudio", "Another Day In Paradise", "In the Air Tonight", and "Don't Lose My Number". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Michael Jackson: HIStory on Film, Volume II
This video is a ... (from the Motown 25th Anniversary special), Beat It, Scream (a duet with his sister, Janet Jackson) and Earth Song. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Merry Christmas From Vienna
Michael Bolton, Placido Domingo, ... pulls the cookies from the oven, and the children gather round the tree to indulge in the Christmas spirit. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Inspirations
British filmmaker Michael Apted ... New Mexico clay sculptor Nora Naranjo-Morse. Ando's voice is dubbed into English. Shown at the 1997 Toronto Film Festival. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Marilyn Manson: Lord of Darkness
This concert video by ... Family Trip to Mortville" respectively. Songs featured in the two concerts include hits such as "Lunchbox" and "Misery Machine." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Rhyme & Reason
Documentary filmmaker Peter Spirer ... memorial service for the late Tupac Shakur, as well as one of the last interviews with The Notorious B.I.G.. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog
The focus of filmmaker ... endured during his brief tenure as a musical giant, all seemingly at the hands of his gift for music. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Storefront Hitchcock
Rock-music lover and feature-film ... into Hitchcock fans, or to reveal a man behind the madcap moods and masks he dons throughout his performances? [ best music films - 1997 ]
Stomp Out Loud
The creators of the ... place in real-life locations all around New York, from crowded alleys to a billboard scaffolding high above the streets. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Alanis Morissette: Jagged Little Pill, Live
The Canadian alt-rock superstar ... "You Oughta Know," "Ironic," and "Hand In My Pocket") and several others on stage in this 1996 home video. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Fleetwood Mac: The Dance
The best-loved lineup of ... concert taped in California in 1997. Features the hits "The Chain," "Go Your Own Way," "Don't Stop," and "Tusk." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Billy Joel's Greatest Hits: Volume 3
Billy Joel talks about ... program. Songs include River Of Dreams, We Didn't Start The Fire, A Matter Of Trust and Keeping The Faith. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Close to You: Remembering the Carpenters
Karen and Richard Carpenter ... "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "We've Only Just Begun," "Rainy Days and Mondays," and "Goodbye to Love." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Headcandy: Sidney's Psychedelic Adventure
The ultimate psychedelic video ... Saunders (with special guest Jerry Garcia), as well as Alpha Wave Movement, Cyan, Richard Bone and The Bohemian Swingers. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Moodtapes: Serenity
Relaxation tape for the ... screen featuring nature scenes and gentle music. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Music for Montserrat
When the island of ... and their lives. Artists include Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, Sting, Mark Knopfler, Jimmy Buffett and Carl Perkins. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Mannheim Steamroller: Christmas Live
Chip Davis and his ... system. Includes new-age renditions of "Joy to the World," "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." [ best music films - 1997 ]
DVD Spectacular
DVD Spectacular was the ... 5.1 Surround Sound, as well as test recordings and signals for adjusting your home theater for optimum sonic output. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Joe Cocker: Live - Across From Midnight Tour
This concert video, shot ... as such hits as "Feelin' Alright," "You Are So Beautiful," "The Letter," "Delta Lady," and "Up Where We Belong." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Rage Against the Machine
America's angriest band explodes ... In what may be a first for a rock video, this also comes with a list of suggested reading. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Best of Sessions at West 54th, Vol. 1
Sessions At West 54th ... Smith, Wynton Marsalis, Ben Folds Five, Ani DiFranco, Richard Thompson, Shawn Colvin, Rickie Lee Jones, Keb Mo and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Gala Christmas in Vienna
Famed tenor Placido Domingo ... Closing Of The Year and Silent Night, as well as new compositions by Ian Anderson and The Bee Gees. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Metallica: Cunning Stunts
One of the hardest, ... "Until It Sleeps," "Ride the Lightning," "Fade To Black," and "So What." Be careful how you say that title! [ best music films - 1997 ]
Andrea Bocelli: A Night In Tuscany
Andrea Bocelli returns to ... his finest. The video also includes duets with Italian pop singer Zucchero and sopranos Nuccia Focile and Sarah Brightman. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Bee Gees: One Night Only
In 1997, The Bee ... includes a tribute to their late brother Andy Gibb and a new tune, "Immortality," with guest vocalist Celine Dion. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Odyssey: The Mind's Eye Presents Computer Animation Classics
Some of the most ... visual possibilities of digital animation. Includes the award-winning short Eurthythmy and the Mick Jagger music video for "Hard Woman." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Hommage à Noir
Filmed in Cameroon, Hommage ... and futuristic electronica. Hommage a Noir is an unusual tribute to the strength and diversity of the African people. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Classic Albums: The Grateful Dead - Anthem to Beauty
Expanded from VH1's original ... screen is enough to touch the most hardened critic of the band and blow away the most dedicated fan. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Judy Collins: Christmas at the Biltmore Estate
For this Christmas program, ... home ever built, to deliver a collection of 24 Christmas favorites such as Come Rejoice and Let it Snow. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Brooks and Dunn: The Greatest Hits Video Collection
Featuring Kix Brooks and ... Next Broken Heart," "Boot Scootin' Boogie," "Lost and Found," "She's Not the Cheatin' Kind," and "Honky Tonk Truth." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Blue Note: A Story of Modern Jazz
Blue Note Records was ... evolution of the genre, while telling the story of a company that marked an important period in music history. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Dave Koz: Off The Beaten Path
Featuring saxophonist Dave Koz, ... the selections included "Don't Look Back," "Lullaby for a Rainy Night," "Leave the Light On, and "Follow Me Home." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Eddie Money: Shakin' with the Money Man
New York City policeman ... Home Tonight, Shakin', I Wanna Go Back, and seven others. Edgar Winter also makes a guest appearance on saxophone. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Lynyrd Skynyrd: Lyve from Steel Town
Despite a number of ... selections include "What's Your Name," "Saturday Night Special," "Sweet Home Alabama," "That Smell," "You Got That Right<," and "Freebird." [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Very Best of Frankie Valli
This video captures a ... to You Babe", "Silence Is Golden", "Walk Like a Man", "Big Girls Don't Cry", and over a dozen more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Björk: Live at Shepherd's Bush
Recorded live in England, ... the wide range of Björk 's style from popular renditions to lesser-known pieces, all infused with her signature flair. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Tenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition: Playing With Fire
The Tenth International Van ... highlights from that edition of the world-renowned contest that has become a launching pad for numerous classical music performers. [ best music films - 1997 ]
No Doubt: Live in the Tragic Kingdom
Originally filmed in Anaheim, ... Speak", and "Spiderwebs", as well as lesser known selections like "End it On This" and "The Imperial March". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Bobby "Blue" Bland: Live from Beale Street
Originally recorded live at ... Rush breathe new life into "Stormy Monday," rounding out this already worthy addition to any Bland fans collection. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Sublime: Home Video
Blending Southern California punk ... six of the band's best-known songs, including "What I Got," "Date Rape," "Doin' Time," "Santeria," "STP," and "Wrong Way." [ best music films - 1997 ]
An Evening with Harry Belafonte & Friends
Harry Belafonte presents a ... includes the songs "Jamaica Farewell," "The Banana Boat Song," "Eyala," "We Are the Wave," "Try to Remember," and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Notorious B.I.G.: Bigga Than Life
Notorious B.I.G. - Bigga ... the age of twenty-four. The film touches upon his relationships with fellow rap figures Puff Daddy and Tupac Shakur. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Voice of Firestone: The Great Tenors - Classic Performances, 1950-1963
Voice of Firestone: The ... 1950 and 1963. Among the famous names on display are Ferruccio Tagliavini, Jussi Bjoerling, Lauritz Melchior, and James McCracken. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Mahler: Das Lied von der Erde / Kindertotenlieder
"Das Lied Von Der ... a performance of "Kindertotenlieder" by The Atelier Lyrique et Symphonique du Centre, under the direction of Amaury de Closel. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Messiaen: Works
A leading composer of ... De Cernay Abbey, as well as footage of the composer himself performing improvisations for organ at the Paris-Trinity Church. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Selena Remembered
Selena Remembered looks at ... more. The program is narrated by actor Edward James Olmos, who played Selena's father in Selena, the motion-picture biopic. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Classic Albums: The Band - The Band
This 1997 documentary examines ... some of the band's most influential songs with such notable stars as Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Don Was. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Paul McCartney: Standing Stone
This video presents the ... Albert Hall; also included is a documentary about the composition of the piece, and the preparations for its premier. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Classic Albums: Jimi Hendrix - Electric Ladyland
This documentary examines the ... Electric Ladyland featured guest performances by Buddy Miles, Steve Winwood, Jack Casady, Dave Mason, Chris Wood, and Al Cooper. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Niacin Live! Blood, Sweat & Beers
This home video captures ... concert, taped in Japan, features ten songs, including a cover of the Motown classic "You Keep Me Hanging On." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Pet Shop Boys: Somewhere
The witty and intelligent ... album Bilingual. Songs performed include "Yesterday When I Was Mad," "Se a Vida E," and "Can You Forgive Her?" [ best music films - 1997 ]
So Smart! Sights and Sounds
Intended to stimulate babies' ... the music. Participating in these activities together may be another way for parents and small children to have fun. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Veggie Tales: Very Silly Songs!
Little kids love to ... enjoy following along, while preschoolers can sing and dance around to the music. Recommended for ages three to seven. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Learn to Play Django-Style Gypsy Jazz Guitar, Vol. 1
Paul Mehling hosts this ... basic four-to-the-bar comping and damping, eventually guiding the viewer through various accompaniment techniques, harmonic structures, chord progressions, and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Learn to Play Django-Style Gypsy Jazz Guitar, Vol. 2
Paul Mehling: Learn to ... distinct sound of greats like Django Reinhardt. The video includes lessons on scales, arpeggiated picking, trills, bends, and runs. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Guitar of Chris Smither: Arrangements in Contemporary Blues Style
Chris Smithers is known ... on ways that students can try to improvise and develop their own styles once they've mastered these songs. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Bass Guitar of Jack Casady
The Bass Guitar of ... playing some of his most famous bass parts, all the while explaining the various techniques used to create them. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Evgeny Kissin: The Gift of Music
The renowned concert pianist ... Schubert, Beethoven, Liszt, and many other revered composers. The DVD release of the film contains a discography of Kissin. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Yanni: Tribute
In 1997, phenomenally popular ... for the documentary; selections performed include "Adagio in C Minor," "Waltz in 7/8," "Dance With a Stranger," and "Santorini." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Guitar Method: The Greatest Guitar Riffs of All Time!
This instructional program is ... Mitchell shows viewers how to play the chords from many top hits, including some of the songs named above. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Marilyn Manson: Demystifying the Devil
Is Marilyn Manson a ... want to think about. This video features nudity and some sexual content and is not suitable for younger viewers. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Blink 182: Probed Unauthorized
This DVD offers insight ... 182: Probed Unauthorized features interviews with show business insiders and people who consider themselves experts on the Blink scene. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Bill and Gloria Gaither with Their Homecoming Friends: Joy in the Camp
Bill and Gloria Gaither ... performing Southern gospel tunes the likes of "I'm Living in Cannan Now," "Go Ask," and "Master of the Wind." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Cannibal Corpse: Monolith of Death Tour Live 1996-97
Released by Metal Blade, ... for the song "Devoured by Vermin." Recommended only for fans of the band or its brethren Monstrosity and Ceremony. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Canton Spirituals: Living the Dream - Live in Washington D.C.
One of the strongest ... 14 songs, including "Heaven Is Looking (Down on Me)," "When He Comes," "Tell Me How Long," and "Cool Change." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Cinema Beer Nuts
19 contemporary punk bands ... MxPx, Less Than Jake, Voodoo Glow Skulls, The Vandals, AFI, Hi-Standard, The Queers, The Lunachicks, Mustard Plug, and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Elvis Costello: Live - A Case for Song
Elvis Costello performs songs ... selections from their album The Juliet Letters as well as on a cover of Brian Wilson's "God Only Knows". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Fred Hammond and Radical for Christ: Live
Frank Hammond performs his ... dozen songs performed are "Your Steps are Ordered", "Shout Unto God", "Jesus Is", and "I Wanna Know Your Ways". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Conductors of the Third Reich: Art in the Service of Evil
This production features actual ... some of the most blatant examples of art not in the face, but rather in the service of evil. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Hezekiah Walker and the Love Fellowship Crusade Choir: Live in London
Reverend Hezekiah Walker is ... music, and his devotion to what he feels to be his mission of spreading the Gospel to the masses. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Historic Traveler Great Destinations: Roots of American Entertainment
Narrator Bill Boggs hosts ... the West", "Gold Rush and Gun Fights", "Grant and Sherman", "The Path to Independence", and "Robert E. Lee Country". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Luke's Hall of Fame
From Lil' Joe Records ... Diddy," "Banned in the USA," "Shake a Lil' Somethin'," "I Wanna Rock," and three selections by Luke-protégés Poison Clan. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the Glory - The Life and Music of the World's Greatest Gospel Singer
Mahalia Jackson was arguably ... number of rare film clips of Jackson performing are included, including TV appearances with Louis Armstrong and Dinah Shore. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Martin Taylor: In Concert
This concert film captures ... American songs including "I Got Rhythm," "Can't Take That Away From Me," "Taking a Chance on Love," and "Georgia." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Brownie McGhee & Sonny Terry: Red River Blues - Rare Performances 1948-1974
Brownie McGhee and Sonny ... include "John Henry," "Red River Blues," "Whoopin' the Blues," "Crow Jane," "Burnt Child (Afraid of Fire)," and many more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Tribute to Muddy Waters: King of the Blues
Blues king Muddy Waters ... with the Rolling Stones' Keith Richards, reflect on the man's distinguished career. Actor Billy Dee Williams hosts the program. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Vandals: Sweatin' to the Oldies - Live
West coast punk mainstays ... "Pizza Tran," "Girls Turn Eighteen Every Day," "Goop All Over the Phone," "Mohawk Town," and (of course) many more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Landowska: Uncommon Visionary
Landowska: Uncommon Visionary documents ... a great deal of interview footage that offers her revealing how deep her life and her art were intertwined. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Yolanda Adams: Live - The Unforgettable Evening
This concert film of ... Away," "Save the World," and "Gotta Have Love." The DVD release of the concert also contains a music video. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Art of Conducting: Legendary Conductors of a Golden Era
No matter how gifted ... at work, with observations on the art of conduction from Daniel Barenboim, Yehudi Menuhin, Peter Andry, and many more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Bel Canto - The Tenors of the 78 Era, Vol. 1: Caruso-Gigli-Schipa
Bel Canto - The ... includes footage of and information on Enrico Caruso, Richard Tauber, Leo Slezak, Tito Schipa, Joseph Schmidt, and Beniamino Gigli. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Bel Canto - The Tenors of the 78 Era, Vol. 2: Tauber-Slezak-Schimdt
Bel Canto, The Tenors ... include Clemens Hoslinger, Jurgen Kesting, Fritzi Schlesinger, and Stefan Zucker. The video consists of black and white film footage. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Wet Wet Wet: Playing Away at Home
Scottish pop combo Wet ... 7, 1997. Selections include "Love Is All Around," "Wishing I Was Lucky," "Goodnight Girl," "Sweet Surrender," and 14 others. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Jean Michel Jarre: Oxygene Moscow
Jean Michel Jarre, Europe's ... honor of Moscow's 850th birthday. Bolshoi Kid and the Red Army Choirs accompany Jarre on a number of pieces. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Blues Rock Guitar Soloing
Mat Gurman is a ... all of the essentials, including the art of phrasing and some of the best ways to improvise when soloing. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Starter Series: Beginning Drum, Vol. 2
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Classical Guitar: Technique and Musicianship
In this video, instructor ... techniques to songs such as John Dowland's Lady Hunnsden's Puffe and Hand's own compositions, "A Celtic Tale" and "Heartsong." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Acoustic Guitar Soloing
Jamie Findlay, an accomplished ... country, Latin, Brazilian, jazz, and pop soloing styles should be able to pick up valuable tips from this video. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Keb' Mo': Sessions at West 54th - Recorded Live in New York
Sessions at West 54th ... with 200 fans was recorded June 10, 1997. Also included is an offstage interview with the two-time Grammy winner. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Laurence Juber in Concert
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Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Acoustic Blues Guitar
Novice guitarists with a ... chord progressions in three standard keys, open chord techniques, strumming patterns, shuffles, use of the capo, and much more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Acoustic Slide Guitar
From preparation to actual ... includes lessons on slide selection, tuning, capo use, muting, and more. Also available is Beyond Basics: Electric Slide Guitar [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Blues Guitar Rhythm Chops
Warner Music's popular series ... boogie blues to rock shuffles. Learn how to properly tune your guitar for the necessary chord voicings and progressions. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Electric Slide Guitar
Beyond Basics: Electric Slide ... host of Beyond Basics: Acoustic Slide Guitar, is the instructor again for this entry in the Warner Brothers series. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Fingerstyle Guitar
In this release designed ... and picking patterns, and a bonus tablature book allows guitarists to practice even after the video lesson has ended. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Fingerstyle Solo Guitar
Warner Music's popular series ... be proficient in the popular picking style that extends across the spectrum of jazz, new age, folk, and blues. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Funk Guitar Rhythm Chops
Warner Music's popular series ... teaches the riffs and patterns needed to master the form of funk. Wah-wah, layering, and syncopation are all covered. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Jazz Guitar Rhythm Chops
Warner Music's popular series ... features master guitarist Don Mock walking viewers through the essentials of the form: half-steps, chord voicings, substitutions, and alterations. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Rock Guitar Rhythm Chops
Warner Music's popular series ... the best drummers and bassists out there, including power chords, color tones, and ballad techniques. Hosted by Nick Nolan. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ultimate Beginner: Beyond Basics - Solo Acoustic Blues Guitar
Guitar instructor Keith Wyatt ... Brothers' Beyond Basics series. Wyatt also appears in Beyond Basics: Acoustic Slide Guitar and Beyond Basics: Electric Slide Guitar. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Suzanne Ciani: Natura Poetica
This program presents musical ... high energy electronic. Among the pieces played by Ciani are "Rain," "Life in the Moonlight," and "Riding Heaven's Wave." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Lilith Fair: A Celebration of Women in Music
This documentary by Buffy ... Fair performances include musical offerings from the Indigo Girls, Sheryl Crow, Jewel, Meredith Brooks, Shawn Colvin, and Sarah McLachlan. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Johann Sebastian Bach
This video is part ... the video. The show uses letters, diaries, anecdotes, re-enactments, and scholarly commentary to paint a picture of the composer. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This video is part ... of Figaro, and Don Giovanni. Excerpts from his works are interspersed with letters, personal anecdotes, re-enactments, and scholarly commentary. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Ludwig van Beethoven
This video is part ... for piano and strings continues to influence the music world. Excerpts of his works are presented throughout the program. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Richard Wagner
This video is part ... rest of Western civilization, has been profound and sometimes disturbing. Excerpts of Wagner's music are presented throughout the program. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Pyotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
This video is part ... Nutcracker. In the program, excerpts of his music are interspersed with letters, diaries, personal accounts, re-enactments, and scholarly commentary. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Gustav Mahler
This BBC production examines ... filled with the dramatic intrigue and tragedies that one might expect to find in one of his operatic compositions. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Great Composers: Giacomo Puccini
This video is part ... reputation. Letters, diaries, re-enactments of events in Puccini's personal life, scholarly commentary, and musical excerpts round out the program. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Electrifyin' Sting, Vol. 1: Reggae Live '97
Electrifying' Sting #1: Reggae ... Nooks, Junior Reid, Busta Rhymes, and others. A companion title Electrifying' Sting #2: Reggae Live '97 is also available. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Electrifyin' Sting, Vol. 2: Reggae Live '97
Electrifying' Sting #2: Reggae ... Paula, Black Rat, Wicka Man, and others. A companion title Electrifying' Sting #1: Reggae Live '97 is also available. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Kiri Te Kanawa: Opera in the Outback
The featured star of ... the world. In this performance, she sings favorites from musicals such as Carousel and from operas including Madame Butterfly. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Valery Gergiev: In Rehearsal and Performance
This program features music ... Philharmonic Orchestra show the fruits of Gergiev's coaching and encouragement. The orchestra performs works by Prokoviev, Stravinsky, and Debussy. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Sir Georg Solti: The Making of a Maestro
One man's remarkable passion ... career from his early days to his later status as one of the most respected composers of his generation. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Toots & the Maytals: Live at Santa Monica Pier
This live performance by ... & The Maytals consists of a ten song set including Country Road and Get Up Stand Up. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Rick Wakeman and The English Rock Ensemble: Live in Buenos Aires
Progressive rock legend Rick ... with a bonus CD, which captures Wakeman and his band on stage in Birmingham, England, during their 1997 tour. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Sibelius: Violin Concerto - Night in the Gardens of Spain
Noted operatic tenor Placido ... in D Mnor, Op. 47 by Jean Sibelius. Maxim Vengorov guests as the violin soloist for the Sibelius concerto. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Marianne Faithfull Sings Kurt Weill
The '60s pop icon, ... songs. The program includes the songs "Pirate Jenny," "Boulevard of Broken Dreams," "Alabama Song," and an interview with Faithfull. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Masters of the Country Blues: John Lee Hooker and Furry Lewis
This program documents the ... full of interesting anecdotes and memorable music. Those with an interest in music should certainly find this title worthwhile. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Peter & the Wolf
Written by Sergei Prokofiev ... inspire some youngsters to become interested in ballet just as the music may appeal to budding classical music aficionados. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Home Recording Basics
Expert Dallan Beck hosts ... dealing with signal flow, and "punching" in and out, this release offers a variety of helpful tips and suggestions. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ray Charles: Live at the Montreux Jazz Festival
A towering figure in ... Mind," "I Can't Stop Loving You," "A Song for You," "Smack Dab in the Middle," and "What'd I Say." [ best music films - 1997 ]
In Rehearsal with Mariss Jansons
Follow conductor Mariss Jansons' ... robs her clients, Bartok's magnificent orchestral piece is expertly presented thanks to Jansons' meticulous planning with the Oslo Philharmonic. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Orpheus in the Underworld
Experience Offenbach's burlesque classic ... dissolute gods who choose to seek adventure in hell after growing bored with the amenities and comforts of heaven. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Ohne Filter - Musik Pur: Popa Chubby in Concert
The European music program ... during the show include "Caffeine and Nicotine", "It's Chubby Time", "Heart Attack and Vine", and "Angel on My Shoulder". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Elvis Presley: Great Performances, Vol. 3 - From the Waist Up
This volume of the ... Elvis' path to stardom by means of archival footage, and is narrated by the omnipresent Bono, of rock's U2. [ best music films - 1997 ]
The Pharcyde: Cydeways - The Best of the Pharcyde
The rap act the ... on Pharcyde: Cydeways - The Best of the Pharcyde. Also included is a satirical public service announcement about marijuana. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Daniel Barenboim: Berliner Luft
Magic and music comes ... appearance by teenage violin virtuoso Raphael Christ, the stage is set for a memorable evening of music and entertainment. [ best music films - 1997 ]
As Friends Rust/Strike Anywhere: Live at the Camden Underworld, London
The concert film captures ... Rust plows through eleven songs including "Morningleaver," "Laughing Out Loud," "Perfect Stranglers," and "Home Is Where the Heart Aches." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail
Mozart authored his singspiel ... as the Pasha Selim. The Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg and the Choir of the Vienna State Opera provide musical accompaniment. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Haydn: The Seasons
Arthaus Musik presents Haydn's ... performed by the Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart and the Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, with soloists Annegeer Stumphius, Alexander Stevenson, and Wolfgang Schöne. [ best music films - 1997 ]
From Lawrence Welk to America With Love
From Lawrence Welk to ... Jack Imel, Mary Lou Metzger, Jo Ann Castle, Joe Feeney, Jim Roberts, Ralna English, and The Lawrence Welk Orchestra. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Life of Agony: River Runs Again - Live 2003
This concert program features ... of Agony from 2003. Some of the 18 songs played in the set include Lost at 22) and Weeds. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Alfredo Kraus & Renata Scotto: Our Favorite Christmas Songs
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Guitar Method: In the Style of Legends of Blues Guitar
From MVP Home Entertainment, ... Style of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Guitar Method: In the Style of AC/DC, and Guitar Method: In the Style of Santana. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Don Williams: Into Africa
Musician Don Williams performs ... Day Is Good," "Some Broken Hearts Never Mend," "Good Ole Boys Like Me," and "I Recall a Gypsy Woman." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Geno Washington and Blues ?uestion: What's in the Pot
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Brahms: Ein Deutsches Requiem Op. 45
This performance of Brahms ... Deutsches Requiem Op. 45 features the Swedish Radio Choir and The Eric Ericson Chamber Choir. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Tranzas: Por Siempre
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Juan Gabriel & Rocio Dúrcal: Juntos Otra Vez
Renowned Latin pop vocalists ... "Te He Escrito Otra Cancion," "Sabes por Que," "El Jarabe Tapatio," "Asi Son los Hombres," and "El Verdadero Amor." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Helmut Lotti: Pop Classics in Symphony
Vocalist Helmut Lotti performs ... Pale," "The House of the Rising Sun," "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay," and "Nights in White Satin." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Rayito Colombiano: 30 DVD De Coleccion
Eight music videos by ... Coleccion includes such songs as "Muchachita Consentida," "El Baile De La Ranita," "Te Extrano Tanto," and "Dama De Noche." [ best music films - 1997 ]
German Lizarraga/Beto Y Sus Canarios/La Arrollador: 30 DVD De Coleccion
Seven music-videos from some ... & Y Su Banda Estrellas De Sinaloa, "En Los Puritos Huesos" by La Arrolladora Banda El Limon, and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
R-15/Rafaga/Cana Verde/Korita Gzz: 30 DVD De Coleccion
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Fedora
This production of Umberto ... Domingo. This production was stages with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus under the direction of conductor Roberto Abbado. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Liberace: Spend the Holidays With Liberace
Liberace: Spend the Holidays ... Straw." The Christmas special contains renditions of classics like "Jingle Bells," "Sleigh Ride," "O Holy Night," and "White Christmas." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Chick Corea and Gary Burton: Interaction
Pianist Chick Corea and ... Gary Burton: Interaction features the long-time collaborators performing "Love Castle", "Duende", "Rhumbata", "La Fiesta", "Four In One," and more. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Lionel Hampton: The Golden Men of Jazz
This program captures Lionel ... his band the Golden Men of Jazz as they perform song such as "How High the Moon" and "Lover." [ best music films - 1997 ]
Emerson, Lake & Palmer: Live at Montreux, 1997
This concert film captures ... including "Bitches Crystal," "Tiger in the Spot Light," "Take a Pebble," and a section of their second album, Tarkus. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Der Freischutz
This production of the ... Nielsen, and Peter Seiffert in major roles. The choir and orchestra are under the direction of conductor Nikolaus Harnoncourt. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Gary Moore: Live at Montreux, 1990 [+1997]
This concert film captures ... Again," and three collaborations with Albert Collins. Three tracks from Moore's 1997 appearance at the festival are also included. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Gala Reopening of the Teatro La Fenice
Settle into the best ... breathtaking renditions of Overture "Die Weihe des Hauses" op. 124, "Symphonie de psaumes", "Te Deum", and "Kaisermarsch - Huldigungsmarsch". [ best music films - 1997 ]
Michael Schenker: Live In Tokyo 1997
Michael Schenker: Live in ... "Another Piece of Meat," "Written in the Sand," "Never Ending Nightmare," "Too Hot to Handle," and "Armed and Ready." [ best music films - 1997 ]
New Order: Item
New Order: Item offers ... Perfect Kiss," "Blue Monday," and "True Faith." The documentary features archival footage of the band from many different phases. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Mahalia Jackson Sings the Songs of Christmas
Mahalia Jackson: Christmas features ... legendary gospel singer performing a variety of songs associated with the yuletide spirit. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Green Day: The Only Rhyme That Bites
Green Day: The Only ... their worldwide success with the punk opera American Idiot, the movie offers never before seen footage of the band. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Passion Callas
Gérald Caillat helms Maria ... Franco Zeffirelli's 2004 feature Callas Forever and to the preexistent 1978 documentary Callas: A Documentary directed by John Ardoin. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Stereo MCs: Connected
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South Beach Sounds Miami Music Week, Vol. 1
From the fans to ... concert and the numerous Miami Beach clubs that keep the bodies moving on the dance floor all week long. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Richter: Johannes-Passion
A collection of world-class ... the final hours in the life of Jesus Christ in this concert directed for the screen by Arne Arnbom. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Willy Deville: Live in the Lowlands
Prolific rock-and-roller Willie Deville ... the band, this release will no doubt prove a solid addition to the collection of any die-hard Deville fan. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Jimmy Bosch: All-Star Band Live in Puerto Rico
Jimmy Bosch All Star ... jazz festival. He performs with a variety of collaborators including Jeff Lederer, Edwin Sanchez, and singer Juan Rey Bayona. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Korn: Steal This DVD
Explore the career of ... to a loyal fan-base and a refreshing sense of danger that seemed to elide many of their radio-friendly counterparts. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Slaughter: Live at the Hard Rock Cafe
Few 90s-era rock bands ... back on stage with this release featuring a live concert performance staged appropriately enough at the Hard Rock Café. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Fats and Friends
Paul Shaffer hosts an ... ensures that future generations of music fans will always be able to connect with their rock and roll roots. [ best music films - 1997 ]
G.E. Smith: 50 Watt Fuse
Former Saturday Night Live ... Rosanne Cash, his guitar conveys his love of music in a way that's impossible to express through mere words. [ best music films - 1997 ]
Oscar Chavez Chiapas
This DVD compiles a ... songwriter Oscar Chavez. The man offers renditions of such songs as "Cuando Pienso en Chiapas," and "Lamento por Vos." [ best music films - 1997 ]
John Lennon's New York: A Magical History Tour
The documentary John Lennon's ... Among those who offer their remembrances of the legend are David Peel, Mark St. Germain, and photographer Allan Tannenbaum. [ best music films - 1997 ]
