Disc 1: DVD
Disc 2: CD
An exciting evening with the great pop and jazz singer Tony Bennett; appearing with a full orchestra that has, at its core, a crack jazz combo. Tony is in superb voice: from brassy, big-band numbers that redefine swing, to intimate nightclub interpretations, from trips through his biggest hits to renditions of songs made famous by younger artists, he brings passion, commitment, and artistic intelligence to a wide variety of beautiful songs. 'I Left My Heart In San Francisco', 'Because Of You', 'Rags To Riches': many of the great hits of the 1950's and 60's are here; in exciting new arrangements. So are some unforgettable interpretations of pop standards: 'My Funny Valentine', 'In My Solitude', 'Sophisticated Lady', 'Don't Get Around Much Anymore' and others. Then there are Stevie Wonder's 'For Once In My Life' and George Harrison's 'Something', on which Tony puts his indelible stamp. And hot, big-band swing is very much the order of the evening in such tunes as 'Lullaby Of Broadway' and 'Sing You Sinners'. This high-quality video production captures all the musical and emotional expressiveness in the master's interpretations. Also included is a bonus CD that harks back to one of the great artistic collaborations: Tony Bennett and the Count Basie Orchestra. |
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