Kenny G: An Evening of Rhythm Romance
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Actor: Kenny G.Brand: Universal Studios
DVD: Region Code 0
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 130 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2009-10-06
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
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DVD Review: Be surprised
Summary: 4 Stars
I guess one of the problems of popularity in the music world is the perception that "you've heard it all before". The music of a popular artist gets played so many times it's hard to imagine something fresh. And, in a way, Kenny G added to the problem by putting out a number of albums that skated dangerously close to muzac - pleasant interpretations of old favourites. I hear of many people who disparage his music as "popular", meaning bland. Well, this is the performance to put those misconceptions to rest. Instead of lush instrumentals and schmulty tunes, Kenny hits the stage with a 5-piece jazz ensemble of immense individual talent and blasts out some of the most amazing and creative interpretations of the best in his repertoire. The variety and musicianship impresses on every track. And the cameraderie and natural banter between musicians is a charm. This is not a pop concert. This is a jazz concert for people who love music. But don't get me wrong, Kenny's sweet sax tone and melodic improvisations won't clash with those who usually don't like jazz. Rather, his skill and feeling for the music will introduce many to the beauty of jazz. And for those who thought he was the "Zamfir of the sax" - well, they will be pleasantly surprised.
Note - there are some technical problems with this production. On a few tracks, on the dts HD soundtrack, you can't hear the bass and a lot of the percussion very clearly. This is particularly bad during the debut of his latin numbers where a mic problem picks up extraneous bumps that add very deep, but loud bass intrusions. You won't hear these on an average home theatre system, but if like me, you've gone for state of the art and have a subwoofer that plays into the subsonics, it's an unpleasant distraction. It's a shame the high standard of the show isn't matched by the same attention to the technical side.
Description of Kenny G: An Evening of Rhythm Romance
Kenny G is a Grammy® award-winning saxophonist with global album sales in excess of 50 million copies. This new concert DVD was filmed in late 2008 at Humphreys By The Bay in San Diego on the tour in support of his most recent studio album "Rhythm & Romance". The show features classic Kenny G tracks alongside cover versions all delivered in his inimitable relaxed and intimate style that make him the true "King of Smooth Jazz".TRACK LISTING:
1) Home
2) Silhouette
3) Havana
4) Percussion Solo
5) G-Bop
6) You're Beautiful
7) Forever In Love
8) Introducing The Band
9) Rhythm & Romance
10) Sax-o-loco
11) Besame Mucho
12) What A Wonderful World
13) Pick Up The Pieces
14) Bass Solo
15) Cadenza
16) Songbird
BONUS MATERIAL
* INTRODUCING THE SHOW.
* INTERVIEW WITH KENNY G.
* BONUS CHRISTMAS TRACKS:
1) DECK THE HALLS / 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
2) WHITE CHRISTMAS
3) SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN.
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