Classic Jazz Drummers: Swing and Beyond-DVD

Starring:Classic Jazz Drummers-Swing
Studio: Hudson Music
Product Type: DVD

Product Description

This incredible DVD features over 20 of the legendary giants and unsung greats of jazz percussion in solos, in 'battle' and in the groups they helped make famous. Highlights include films of the legendary Sid Catlett with Louis Armstrong, Ray Bauduc with Jack Teagarden, Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich with their own orchestras, Gus Johnson with the rarely-heard Count Basie small group, Joe Harris with the pioneering Dizzy Gillespie Orchestra, Panama Francis with Cab Calloway, Lionel Hampton's Band, never-before-seen solo footage of Philly Joe Jones, singular small-group examples of Stan Levey and the groundbreaking bop of Kenny Clarke and many others. A certifiable find is the bonus track: The only existing film of that influential New Orleans' pioneer, the one and only Warren 'Baby' Dodds. Classic Jazz Drummers: Swing and Beyond presents six decades of legendary drummers soloing, battling, but above all fulfilling their most important musical role: driving the band. Special DVD Features: 4 Bonus Clips Plus a Photo Gallery! 'Jazz history buffs will strike buried treasure here...' - Modern Drummer

Customer Reviews:

Great watching... ! ! !.......2005-10-17

First, a bit of a warning... This is NOT a drum instructional DVD... There's no instruction, nor are all the shots EXCLUSIVELY overheads of drum kits. In a CLASSIC "soundie" clip of THE COUNT BASIE ORCHESTRA you don't even see Sonny Payne up close until that classic ending (and I'm somewhat surprized it didn't get censored if you realize the apparent symbolism of his gestures...! ! !) - - With that said, this DVD is a rare chance to see many of the greats in their hey day and some really funny moments as well (such as the drum battles and the shot of Milt Buckner playing piano with Lionel Hampton and bobbing up and down so violently he looks like he's about to go through the roof.) Also featured is rare footage of Philly Joe... a wild shot of Poppa Joe doing the conga trick with the drums... a VERY young Buddy Rich... and a delightfully fun clip with Cab Calloway. Kenny Clarke's there too... in fact, the most fun and educational part of the video is getting to see the volution of the different drumming styles.

All in all, I think its deceptive to call this a drum video... Its a brilliant compilation of clips (some complete, some edited) that should be delightful to all swinging Jazz lovers !

classic.......2003-12-13

This dvd along with Classic Solos Vol 1 and 2 from Hudson Music provide a great view of the most important drummers in history. Watching the clips really gave me a great understanding of how drumming has evolved over the years and is very helpful to see, no matter what style you play in. A must for your collection.

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