A dynamic and engaging treasure trove of many of the greatest jazz musicians of today.

Jazz is a living thing, a conversation between musicians and each other as well as musicians and the audience. By combining archival footage, interviews with 75 jazz artists and live recordings culled from 25 hours of concerts, this long form documentary is a dynamic and engaging treasure trove of many of the greatest jazz musicians of today. Included are performances and interviews with Terence Blanchard, Jason Moran, Ravi Coltrane, Dave Douglas and Brass Ecstasy, Robert Glasper, Nicholas Payton, Brian Blade & the Fellowship Band, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Medeski Martin and Wood. The film also features the legendary predecessors and influences of today's contemporary jazz stars, including Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter and Wynton Marsalis.

Media

Bonus Materials

• 74 minutes of special feature performances

Cast & Crew

•       Herbie Hancock
•       Wynton Marsalis
•       Esperanza Spalding
•       Dave Holland
•       Danilo Perez
•       Vijay Iyer
•       Jason Moran
•       Miguel Zenon

Director: Michael Rivoira

Director: Peter J. Vogt

Director: Lars Larson

Producer: John W. Comerford

Additional Details

Label: IndiePix Films

Genre: Documentary

Language: English

Run Time: 90 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 05/04/10

UPC: 845637000807