Keith Jarrett - Art of Improvisation

Starring:Keith Jarrett
Studio: Euroarts
Product Type: DVD

Average customer rating:

Correction(s) ? - No Koln concert footage here
A Study of Keith Jarrett - Part II
Mark
A&E Bio
the highest form of improvisation

Keith Jarrett - Art of Improvisation
Starring: Keith Jarrett
Manufacturer: Euroarts
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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Keith Jarrett - Tokyo Solo
Keith Jarrett - Solo Tribute: The 100th Performance in Japan
The Carnegie Hall Concert
Keith Jarrett - Standards
Standards II

ASIN: B0008JEK5Y
Release Date: 2005-05-17

Customer Reviews:

Correction(s) ? - No Koln concert footage here.......2006-06-20

I agree with essentially all of the currently-posted reviews here, but I feel compelled to correct that review which states that this video contains Koln concert footage. It does not. It does contain short little clips of KJ from around that same time period, and maybe that's just fine (?). So...nobody who is intensely captivated by the Koln concert should rush to buy this to see footage from that magical performance...but they should rush to buy this just because KJ is many things: megalomaniac, eccentric genius, intolerant prima donna, and, oh by the way, gifted, brilliant figure of real substance in the
somewhat barren landscape of current jazz.

A Study of Keith Jarrett - Part II.......2006-02-08

There are few musicians who have intrigued me as much as Keith Jarrett. His music is stunningly beautiful all while capturing the heart and awakening the soul. The first time I watched him play the piano (Last Solo 1984), it was quite the experience. He is a musician in motion and doesn't sit still for a moment.

In this 2005 illuminating discussion on Keith Jarrett's life, he has mellowed and yet still retains his true love for improvisation. There is an extended interview and extra interviews. Keith Jarrett is seen blissfully jamming with Miles Davis and you can almost say both were in heaven when playing on the same stage. They connected and influenced each other all while seeking to understand their outstanding talents.

How does Keith Jarrett explain his "art of improvisation." He truly seems to live the experience and can't explain how he accomplishes such excellence, except that he is fully focused in the moment, almost channeling music. The musicians interviewed from the Trio also seem to express ideas about the magical qualities of how they produce beauty through a spontaneous fusion of talent.

Not only does this DVD explain how musicians think, it explores how they struggle to achieve greatness even in the face of being human. When Keith Jarrett became ill he struggled to play the piano, but managed to create one of the most sublime and romantic CDs I've ever heard. The soul comforting elements in "Melody at Night" are enhanced by the story that unfolds in this journey of his life. We meet his wife, see how concerts evolve and there is a short "Trio" concert.

One of my friends is madly in love with Keith Jarrett's music and I plan to listen to as much as I can. He recently went to a concert and I am left to dream that one day I'll see a live concert too. The Trio is relaxing to listen to, but I think just watching Keith Jarrett play alone on a stage with just a piano is enlightening. By watching him play I have learned a great deal about music in a short amount of time. Watching his interviews gives insight into the heart of a musician who is tuned into the magic of creation and almost seems to channel beauty.

~The Rebecca Review

Mark.......2005-08-24

This should be a highly cultural experience for most people because Keith Jarrett is one of the rare musicians who has successfully performed solo perfomances where he was improvising on the spot. The story of his backround has enriched me as I have always listened to Keith Jarrett but had never really heard what he had to say.

A&E Bio.......2005-07-21

This DVD is a nice Biography of Keith Jarrett's musical life with good interviews from his contemporaries and collaborators, and some valuable footage of his performances.
The only drawback is in it's title: "Art of Improvisation." This led me to believe that the DVD would talk about how he improvises what he does to prepare, etc. I wasn't expecting a "how-to" video, or a clinic video, but I was a little disappointed that it was just a bio that I could have seen on A&E (I would have rented it if I knew that).
I've read & listened to interviews where he talks more about his playing and improvisation. This DVD should have been titled: "A Life of Improv."

the highest form of improvisation.......2005-05-31

Being a long-time fan (and student) of both Keith Jarrett and ECM, this DVD has given me a glimpse of Mr. Jarrett and the sheer intensity in which he approaches his art - this art, being of the highest form. "Expansive not contractive." This DVD, and Keith's music, continues to affect my life. Zen in practice. Thank you Mr. Jarrett! Don't miss this DVD - if you're open to it, it will affect your life also.

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