Description

Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival: Monaco Dreyfus Night

Product Features

UPC: 3460503693098
Format: DVD 9, 16/9 NTSC, Color
Runtime: Not Specified
Label: Dreyfus Jazz
Release Date: 2008
Language: French, English
Compatibility: Compatible with all DVD players, All regions

Overview

The Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival under the high patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco presents an exceptional evening of jazz, the Monaco Dreyfus Night. Recorded live on November 28, 2007, at the opulent Monte-Carlo Opera (Salle Garnier), this DVD features a lineup of jazz luminaries, including Bireli Lagrene, Philip Catherine, Steve Grossman, and Sara Lazarus, among others. With a mix of concerts, bonus tracks, and behind-the-scenes content, this DVD captures the spirit and talent that define modern jazz.

Interesting

The festival celebrated the diversity and evolution of jazz, featuring performances that ranged from traditional to contemporary styles.
Notable musicians such as Franck Avitabile, Rosario Giuliani, and Géraldine Laurent joined forces with jazz legends, showcasing the collaborative nature of jazz music.
The DVD includes exclusive bonus content such as rehearsals, interviews, and after-show reactions, offering a comprehensive view of the event's atmosphere.

Performances Highlights

Concert: Includes performances by Bireli Lagrene & The Gipsy Project, Sara Lazarus with Bireli Lagrene, and unique collaborations featuring songs like "After You've Gone," "Polka Dots and Moonbeams," and "Down With Love."
Bonus: Features compositions like "Sun Waltz" by Franck Avitabile and duo performances by Philip Catherine & Olivier Ker Ourio.
Rehearsal/Behind-The-Scenes: Offers a glimpse into the preparation and candid moments of the artists involved in the festival.