George Avakian
Biography: George Mesrop Avakian was an Armenian/American record producer, artist manager, writer, educator and executive. Best known for his work from 1939 to the early 1960s at Decca Records, Columbia Records, World Pacific Records, Warner Bros. Records, and RCA Records, he was a major force in the expansion and development of the U.S. recording industry.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: March 15, 1919
Deathday: November 22, 2017
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The Miles Davis Story
2001-04-14
The Miles Davis Story
Overview: This British documentary shows the complex layers of legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis, who was a major innovator in post-bop, cool jazz, hard-bop and fusion. Davis's raw-edged trumpet tones were some of the most evocative sounds ever heard. This profile captues the magnificent and mercurial artist -- one of the most identifiable and misunderstood pop icons of the 20th century -- through rare footage and interviews.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-04-14
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Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the Glory
1997-01-01
Mahalia Jackson: The Power and the Glory
Overview: Documentary narrated by Paul Winfield, this documentary follows the course of Mahalia Jackson's extraordinary life - from her humble beginnings as a sickly child singing in New Orleans churches to her breakthrough with Columbia Records and her ascendancy to Carnegie Hall and Europe's great stages. Her story's told through archival footage and interviews with those who knew her best.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-01-01
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Erroll Garner: No One Can Hear You Read
2013-04-09
Erroll Garner: No One Can Hear You Read
Overview: In a triumphant career that lasted forty years Erroll Garner pushed the playability of the piano to its limits, developed an international reputation, and made an indelible mark on the jazz world. And yet, his story has never been told. Until now. The film explores Erroll's childhood in Pittsburgh; his meteoric rise in popularity while playing on 52nd street, New York's famed jazz epicenter; the origins of his most famous album (Concert By The Sea) and his most famous composition (Misty); his singular, virtuosic piano style; and his dynamic personality, both on and off the stage.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-09
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Britain's Most Dangerous Songs: Listen to the Banned
2014-07-11
Britain's Most Dangerous Songs: Listen to the Banned
Overview: From My Little Stick of Blackpool Rock to God Save the Queen, this is the story of ten records from the 1930s to the present day that have been banned by the BBC. The reasons why these songs were censored reveals the changing controversies around youth culture over the last 75 years, with Bing Crosby and the Munchkins among the unlikely names to have met the wrath of the BBC. With contributions from Carrie Grant, Paul Morley, Stuart Maconie, Glen Matlock, Mike Read and Jon Robb.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-07-11
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An Amazing Time: A Conversation About End of the Road
2012-10-10
An Amazing Time: A Conversation About End of the Road
Overview: Documentary about the 1970 film, "End of The Road."
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-10-10
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The Wonderful World of Louis Armstrong
1999-08-27
The Wonderful World of Louis Armstrong
Overview: Louis Armstrong is one of the most recognizable figures in jazz, with his incomparable trumpet playing and beaming smile. This video profiles Armstrong from his humble beginnings in New Orleans through his career as America's Ambassador of Good Will. Film clips, vintage photographs and interviews with family, friends, fellow musicians and Armstrong himself are woven together to tell the story of this legendary personality.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-08-27
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