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Duke Ellington – Model Of Leadership
A terrific short documentary of Duke Ellington as band leader with appearances by Ben Webster, Willie The Lion Smith, Clark Terry and Duke himself amo... 1768 views -
Blue Note: A History of Modern Jazz (Ruth Lion/Art Blakey)
This is a wonderful clip from the documentary Blue Note: A Story Of Modern Jazz. Comments from Alfred Lion's wife Ruth bookend Dexter Gordon and Ira G... 888 views -
The Miles Davis Story
This segment deals with the magical chemistry shared by Miles Davis and Gil Evans. Miles, Gil Evans, Jimmy Cobb and George Avakian are among those who... 1741 views -
Swing Music Documentary
A well-produced two-minute introduction to the Swing Era from its inception in 1934 to its peak in 1939. 966 views -
“The Subject is Jazz” – Cool
Some of the best jazz on television came from this 13 week program over NBC on Sunday nights hosted by Gilbert Seldes. On this broadcast Don Elliott (... 1172 views -
Kansas City History
This 4 minute piece tells the story of the Tom Pendergast era of Kansas City when it became a vital and innovative jazz center. 877 views -
A Tour of the Institute of Jazz Studies
A full tour of the Institute Of Jazz Studies in Newark, New Jersey by director Dan Morgenstern, one of the greatest authorities and writers in jazz. <... 1002 views -
Miles Davis - Kind of Blue 50th Anniversary
Highlights from the DVD documentary on the making and influence of “Kind Of Blue” for the 50 Anniversary “Kind Of Blue” box set. 1033 views -
Ella Fitzgerald: The Singer
A brief appreciation of Ella Fitzgerald with a wonderful interview and vocal example by Dee Dee Bridgewater. 878 views -
Village Vanguard Tour
An informal look at the Village Vanguard with the marketing director of Iowa State Center.Not a riveting video but a good opportunity for anyone w... 1006 views