The world according to John Coltrane / a co-production of Toby Byron/Multiprises in association with Taurus Film, Munich and VideoArts, Japan ; written by Robert Palmer ; directed by Robert Palmer, Toby Byron ; produced by Toby Byron, Richard Saylor.
| Format | Video (DVD) |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : BMG Video, ©2002. |
| Description | 1 videodisc (59 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Subjects |
| Other author/creator | Coltrane, John, 1926-1967 performer. |
| Other author/creator | Palmer, Robert, 1945-1997 conceptor, director, interviewer. |
| Other author/creator | Byron, Toby, director, producer. |
| Other author/creator | Saylor, Richard, producer. |
| Other author/creator | Wheeler, Ed, narrator. |
| Other author/creator | Mandel, Howard, interviewer. |
| Other author/creator | Toby Byron/Multiprises. |
| Other author/creator | Taurus Film GmbH. |
| Other author/creator | Video Arts, Japan. |
| Other author/creator | BMG Video. |
| Series | Masters of American music series Masters of American music series. ^A304049 |
| Contents | Introduction -- Family and church -- After the war -- "Giant Steps" -- "So What" -- "My Favorite Things" -- Influences and art music -- Spiritual development -- "Reverend King Alabama" -- Avant garde -- World music influences -- Going to Morocco -- Credits. |
| Abstract | Saxophonist, composer, and band leader John Coltrane has been almost as popular in death as he was during his lifetime. The prolific jazzman passed away at 40, but left a legacy of influential musical work. This documentary delves into Coltrane's beginnings starting with his childhood in North Carolina, displays some stellar live performances, including rare footage of Coltrane during his stint with the US Navy, and features interviews with close friends and peers. |
| General note | Originally produced as a documentary in 1990. |
| General note | Special features: Web info [requires Internet access]. |
| Credits | Director of photography, Herb Forsberg ; edited by Susan Peehl. |
| Performer | Narrator, Ed Wheeler ; John Coltrane [archival footage] ; special guest artist Roscoe Mitchell ; with Rasheid [i.e. Rashied] Ali, Tommy Flanagan, Jimmy Heath, Wayne Shorter, La Monte Young, the voice of Alice Coltrane ; and members of the Aissaoua Brotherhood ; live interviews conducted by Robert Palmer, Howard Mandel. |
| Technical details | DVD. |
| Genre/form | Documentary films. |
| UPC | 723338006796 |
| Publisher number | 7233380067-9RE1 BMG Video |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Media - Ask at Circulation Desk | DVD-1213 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |