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Norman Granz Jazz In Montreux Presents Mary Lou Williams '78

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Mary Lou Williams is probably the greatest female Jazz instrumentalist in the history of the music. This concert from 1978 give the chance to see her playing solo.

The predominant style here is blues and gospel which was probably where her roots were anyway. She was however an extremely versitile musician so you will also hear rhapsodic moments along with fast stride and even hints of more modern playing styles (such as on Over The Rainbow). Remember Mary Lou Williams once played with Cecil Taylor.

The full list of tunes played is:

Medley: The Lord is Heavy/Fandangle/N.G. Blues/For the Figs/Baby Bear Boogie/Roll'Em

Over the Rainbow

Offertory Meditation

Tea for Two

Little Joe from Chicago

The Man I Love

What's Your Story Morning Glory

Honeysuckle Rose

This is a tremendous solo Piano performance by a Jazz great.

this person really can play interesting piano solos!! evidently she was a very shy stage performer who appears sort of uncomfortable under the hot stage lights but man her playing is real strong. the picture quality is about average for 1978 videotape technology and the sound quality is good enough. i recommend this relatively low priced dvd. its neato!!

This DVD had good audio and video. It really shows the great musicianship of Mary Lou Williams. I really enjoyed the concert.