How hard did you have to beg to get Marsalis? I've loved Armstrong since I was an itty bitty thing. When I was an adult, I exulted at his nuanced positions on race. And Marsalis is just the cutest genius on the planet, anyway. ok, Einstein's funny, but Marsalis is cute! I'm glad you covered the diff. between the traditionally-inspired, indigenous music and the "tourist" music! Thanks! Keepin' Mr. Armstrong on the air and in the ear is a good, good thing!
I am so proud of my husbands documentary work. Please preview this great documentary that has a taste of the REAL street music that makes New Orleans such a special place.
A delight to listen to on a cold rainy Sunday afternoon! The interviews are short but interesting and the archival material with Armstrong himself are small gems. But plenty of great music propels this hour forward, as should be the case. Could work well any time, any season - but would certainly brighten any dreary February day.
The best thing about this program is the music and voice of Louis Armstrong, and the interviews with Wynton Marsalis and other musical luminaries, but unfortunately the audio on most the interviews, as well as the ambiant recordings of New Orlean's French Quarter, are of a substandard quality. This is surprising coming from a usually thorough producer. Given the energy of the music, the narration, feels unfocused, unenergetic, and uninspired.
Joe Bevilacqua strikes again with this superb documentary on the life and music of Louis Armstrong. The rich tapestry of music, interviews and sound from the streets of New Orleans is expertly produced. In addition to some rare recordings, the program includes interviews with Wynton Marsalas and others that really add to what is primarily a music program, rather than detract from the focus of the program. The sound quality is excellent, and the vintage recordings have been cleaned up well. The program is both entertaining and informative, and held my interest for the entire hour. This program would fit well as a special hour in any local jazz program, and I highly recommend it.
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Rogi Riverstone
Posted on February 17, 2011 at 10:27 PM | Permalink
DUDE! You SCORED!
How hard did you have to beg to get Marsalis? I've loved Armstrong since I was an itty bitty thing. When I was an adult, I exulted at his nuanced positions on race. And Marsalis is just the cutest genius on the planet, anyway. ok, Einstein's funny, but Marsalis is cute! I'm glad you covered the diff. between the traditionally-inspired, indigenous music and the "tourist" music! Thanks! Keepin' Mr. Armstrong on the air and in the ear is a good, good thing!
Lorie Kellogg
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 03:35 PM | Permalink
Geat show for any month let alone Black History Month!
I am so proud of my husbands documentary work. Please preview this great documentary that has a taste of the REAL street music that makes New Orleans such a special place.
David Swatling
Posted on January 20, 2008 at 02:04 AM | Permalink
Review of Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, with Wynton Marsalis
A delight to listen to on a cold rainy Sunday afternoon! The interviews are short but interesting and the archival material with Armstrong himself are small gems. But plenty of great music propels this hour forward, as should be the case. Could work well any time, any season - but would certainly brighten any dreary February day.
Michael Johnson
Posted on March 29, 2006 at 10:22 PM | Permalink
Review of Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, with Wynton Marsalis
The best thing about this program is the music and voice of Louis Armstrong, and the interviews with Wynton Marsalis and other musical luminaries, but unfortunately the audio on most the interviews, as well as the ambiant recordings of New Orlean's French Quarter, are of a substandard quality. This is surprising coming from a usually thorough producer. Given the energy of the music, the narration, feels unfocused, unenergetic, and uninspired.
Phil Corriveau
Posted on February 19, 2006 at 02:00 PM | Permalink
Review of Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, with Wynton Marsalis
Joe Bevilacqua strikes again with this superb documentary on the life and music of Louis Armstrong. The rich tapestry of music, interviews and sound from the streets of New Orleans is expertly produced. In addition to some rare recordings, the program includes interviews with Wynton Marsalas and others that really add to what is primarily a music program, rather than detract from the focus of the program. The sound quality is excellent, and the vintage recordings have been cleaned up well. The program is both entertaining and informative, and held my interest for the entire hour. This program would fit well as a special hour in any local jazz program, and I highly recommend it.