Lee Ritenour & Friends: Live from the Cocoanut Grove (Volumes I & II) / DVD Video

UPC 5034504909472

• Format: DVD (PAL, Region 0)
• Released: 2001
• Label: Eagle Vision (a division of Eagle Rock Entertainment Plc)
• Genre: Jazz, Fusion

Overview

This two-volume DVD captures the legendary guitarist Lee Ritenour performing live at the historic Cocoanut Grove nightclub. Joined by an all-star lineup of musicians and vocalists, the performance blends smooth jazz, fusion, and Latin rhythms, showcasing Ritenour's mastery of guitar and his ability to collaborate with world-class talent.

Featured Performances

Setlist Highlights

1. Night Rhythms

   • Lee Ritenour (guitar), Anthony Jackson (bass), Harvey Mason (drums), Ernie Watts (saxophone), Dave Witham (keyboards)

2. Harlequin (Ivan Lins & Victor Martins)

   • Featuring Phil Perry (vocals), Ernie Watts (saxophone)

3. Malibu (Lee Ritenour & Phil Perry)

   • Vocals by Phil Perry

4. Cause We've Ended as Lovers (Stevie Wonder)

   • Special Guest: Steve Lukather (guitar)

5. Preta Porte De Tafeta (João Bosco & Aldir Blanc)

   • Featuring João Bosco (vocals & guitar)

6. Better Than Anything (David Wheat & William Loughborough)

   • Special Guests: Tuck and Patti (guitar & vocals)

7. Restoration (Bob James)

   • Piano by Bob James

8. Westchester Lady (Bob James)

   • Featuring Ernie Watts (saxophone)

9. Bahia Funk (Lee Ritenour)

   • Percussion by Paulinho da Costa

10. Stolen Moments (Oliver Nelson)

    • Featuring Brian Bromberg (bass), Alan Broadbent (piano)

Musicians and Guests

• Lee Ritenour – Guitar
• Anthony Jackson – Bass
• Harvey Mason – Drums
• Paulinho da Costa – Percussion
• João Bosco – Guitar/Vocals
• Steve Lukather – Guitar
• Phil Perry – Vocals
• Tuck and Patti – Guitar/Vocals
• Ernie Watts – Saxophone
• Brian Bromberg – Bass
• Alan Broadbent – Piano
• Bob James – Piano

Special Features

• Lee Ritenour Biography
• Behind-the-scenes interviews
• Dolby Digital 5.1 and Stereo sound options
• Approximate runtime: 120 minutes

Technical Details

• Region Code: 0 (Region-Free)
• Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Full Screen
• Audio:
  • Dolby Digital Stereo
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
• Language: English