A Concert for George | Andy Fairweather-Low, Ray Cooper (II)

A Concert for George | Andy Fairweather-Low, Ray Cooper (II) | A Concert for George

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A Concert for George

	A Concert for George Andy Fairweather-Low, Ray Cooper (II) Rhino Records, 2003 average customer review:based on 343 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

A proper tribute to George and his music

I wanted to go to this concert in the worst way when it was announced. Why it took so long to see the DVD I don't know. This was by far the best concert video I have ever seen!

The Indian Orchestra which starts the show was amazing. Monty Python was, well, Monty Python. I loved it!

Eric Clapton was the only choice for musical director for this event. The songs they chose and the musicians chosen to do the leads were perfect! The arrangement of Something is worth owning the DVD alone.

Even if you're a casual George Harrison fan, this is a must have for your collection!

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A Concert for George

A Concert for George on DVD is outstanding! The various artist were
amazing. I'm sure that Dhani was quite elated with a concert that
was well put together as a tribute to his late dad, George harrison.

My sweet lord

Has it already been four years since this came out? My, how the tide of time pulls and rushes. I saw "The Concert for George" in a state-of-the-art, largely empty movie theater and found it wonderful, but it played even better in my home, channeled through my faithful and exquisite friend, my stereo. This, quite simply, and without belaboring a point made by, at last count, 319 others here on Amazon, is the finest concert film I have ever seen on countless levels. It is a melancholy joy from beginning to end, from Anoushka and the epic, ecstatic Indians to Clapton -- earning every letter in the word genius -- to the always playful Ray Cooper to Ringo to Dhani right through to the strum of the ukes and wonderland of a finish. The cinematography is magnificent as is the sound production and coherence of the band and musical vision. A splendid time is guaranteed for all. God bless John, Paul, George and Ringo.

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A magnificent tribute for a much-loved man

If we only could hear what our friends and loved ones would say about our lifetime; we should be so blessed to have a gathering like this!

Getting right into it, what makes this so meaningful for me as a viewer and listener are the small touches that come from the interaction of the performers and family. The ironies that make a small-but-tremendous impact, gone in a blink of the eye, are why I love this DVD.

First, look at the hug between Paul and Ringo at the end; is there anyone who doubts that these two men said with a simple gesture, how much deeper they grasp the impact of their music and collaboration? It was as much a tribute to their legacy and all the "wish they'd get together again" that was first cut short by John's death.

Second, the poignancy and sensitivity of Paul's vocals on "All Things Must Pass," and what truly could be called George's eulogy song. That was McCartney's bandmate, once-upon-a-time lawsuit opponent, but ultimately, a dear friend. Third, hearing Eric Clapton singing the words to "Something" and realizing that both he and George shared a love for Patti Harrison which went beyond jealousy and kept itself from tearing apart their bonding. Add to that Ringo's sly replacement of George's "those old 12-bar blues" comment from the drum kit during Gary Brooker's enthusiastic rendition of "For You Blue" that everyone knows came from the Let It Be sessions, and the words to "Photograph": "I realize you're not coming back anymore."

From the other players and guests onstage, the profound respect for Ravi Shankar could humble anyone. Then take the brilliant sitar virtuosity of his daughter, Anoushka, whose flying fingers really bring to light the power and technique of an instrument that George helped us to appreciate--and add to that the majestic presentation of the Indian musicians. Finally, to just pull our heart strings, Joe Brown's ending song, "I'll See You In My Dreams" and the cutaway to the audience being showered with rose petals and the touching comments by Dhani Harrison.

George Harrison had his moments where human weaknesses caught up, but anyone who views this loving tribute will have no doubt that his strengths came from his generosity of spirit. We have been blessed by his talent and vision--and our ability to forgive what actions he took which we disliked.

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good

I liked the concert; however, I must be compeltely honest - it is hard for me to sit through the entire dvd and pay attention and I am HUGE fan of George!

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