Customer Reviews

Chops

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This documentary is about a high school jazz group that does something remarkable. The music and vibes are terrific, very well filmed and edited, not a slow moment. Recommended if interested in American jazz, education, school bands, or just an inspiring story.

This is a MUST SEE for music lovers. The enthusiasim from the kids and the outstanding talent they possess is something forgotten in today's highschool life. Music programs are being curtailed all over the country and everyone should see this film and understand what a waste it is to trash that talent. We gave this disk to my son's high school band leader and now it's shown to all his music students..WHAT A MOVIE !!

The youth keeping Jazz alive..got to love it. This was so good, I watched it twice! I felt like on was on this journey right there with them. Nice..

Different than most music videos, but still helpful. Would be encouraging for young or first 2-3 year musicians-especially those who like jazz. Has some humor, shows the challenges of music competition and the value of practice. Nice ending, music wisdom from Wynton, you'll want to take your instrument out and practice right away.

Need a reminder as to why you fell in love with jazz? This should do the trick. Don't miss the Ron Carter extra feature.

Exhilarating documentary that captures the joy of collective creativity and effort. It tracks a group of high school musicians as they develop into an award-winning jazz band. This film is a fine homage to the spirit of jazz and of youth--and of real education.

At the end of the movie I wanted them to hear them play more and more. That was only thing I was disappointed with.

Loved this DVD, Sent it to my two grand children who are studying music. It's inspiring - kudos to Wynton Marsalis and to all of those who bring this competition to fruition. There are simply no losers in this endeavour. All the kids are great and dedicated and their teachers are beyond super.

These kids are NOT amateurs! They are true musicians. How exciting to watch as they develop skills and become a tight, swingin' band! While the film contains only a small amount of 'concert performance,' it is much more than a simple documentary. From start to finish, you are swingin', tappin', and finger-snappin' with truly talented jazz musicians. "Chops" is a joyful experience . . . thanks, Wynton.