Product Details

• Actors: Andy Gonzales, Michael Manring, Francis Rocco Prestia, Victor Wooten
• Directors: Rob Wallis, Paul Siegel
• Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: All Regions
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Hudson Music
• DVD Release Date: July 1, 2002
• Run Time: 105 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00006L57Y
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #170,952 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Performances, lessons, and demonstrations from the cream of the bass-playing crop. This DVD features amazing performances from Michael Manring, Andy Gonzales and his band, Bobby Rodriguez, Rocco Prestia and members of Tower of Power, Victor Wooten, and many more! Special DVD feature gives access to online photo gallery. Running time: 105 minutes.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pushing the Envelope in Every Way: Outstanding Performances, April 18, 2005

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Daniel R. Sanderman (Portland, OR United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bass Day 98 DVD (DVD)

First of all, let me just say that I am not primarily a bass player. My musical focus is the guitar, but I have recently been attracted to the bass and its musical possibilities. I purchased this DVD for one reason: to have a video recording of Victor Wooten playing live. Having seen him play live on several occasions, I knew that his set would be mind-blowing. Thankfully, I was not disappointed with this DVD. Victor's performance is top-notch as he works through some of his more famous tunes and renditions: "You Can't Hold No Groove," and his extremely impressive version of "Norwegian Wood." On top of these great performances, Victor provides an in-depth look at his "double thumping" technique, though the lesson is delivered at such a speed it will simply just boggle your mind (thank goodness for rewind).

But what really impressed me about BASS DAY '98 was how much I enjoyed the other performances. Michael Manring kicks off the DVD with a very interesting solo set, proving that the bass can stand on its own as a solo instrument. Andy Gonzalez leads a very fine group of Latin musicians through an Afro-Cuban set. Francis Rocco Prestia, the bloodline of groove for Tower of Power, delivers an awesome "funkified" performance with other TOP members, including "Oakland Stroke," "Squib Cakes," and "What is Hip?". After Victor rocks the stage, all of these impressive bassists take the stage (along with John Patitucci) and jam for a full thirteen minutes. It's something that has to be seen to be believed.

In conclusion, I think that this DVD offers something for everyone, even if you do not play bass. If you appreciate great music or love any one of these particular musicians, you will love this DVD. Many of these performances push the envelope and are guaranteed to entertain.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE, January 24, 2004

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Viktor Hidvegi (Hungary) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bass Day 98 DVD (DVD)

This is really an amazing live performance. One of the best I've ever seen on DVD. Approx. 100 minutes from the finest stuff.
MICHAEL MANRING plays a set of solo pieces on four different basses!
ANDY GONZALEZ leads an all-star latin band in a scorching set of Afro-Cuban music, joined by latin bass legend BOBBY RODRIGEZ.
FRANCIS ROCCO PRESTIA, with members of Tower Of Power, performs a set of funk classics and talks about creating a groove.
VICTOR WOOTEN performs a trio set and offers a lesson on bass technique.
In addition, JOHN PATITUCCI is the host of the show and fortunately he's not only speaking.

That's more than enough! These guys can guarantee the value of this dvd!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bass Extravaganza!!!, November 2, 2004

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ncbasspraise34 (Emerald Isle, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bass Day 98 DVD (DVD)

Michael Manring, Victor Wooten, John Patitucci, Rocco Prestia and others...together...WOW!!!

This DVD is well worth the $ for the performances. The interviews are interesting and Victor even gives a quick "Double Thumping" lesson.

If you play bass and like the above players...buy this DVD.