Blue Note – A Story of Modern Jazz
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Blue Note – A Story of Modern Jazz

"It must 'schwing!'" was the motto of Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff, two German Jewish immigrants who in 1939 set up Blue Note Records, the jazz label... that was home to such greats as Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock, Thelonious Monk, Art Blakey, Dexter Gordon and Sonny Rollins.Blue Note, the most successful movie ever made about jazz, is a testimony to the passion and vision of these two men and certainly swings like the propulsive sounds that made their label so famous.The only documentary about the legendary Jazz record label includes original footage from concert recordings by Blue Note label artists, original footage of Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff and interviews with Carlos Santana, Rudy Van Gelder, Horace Silver, Herbie Hancock among others.Grammy nominated for "Best Long Form Music Video" in 1997, Blue Note also went on to earn a Peabody Award (1998), Vision Award (1998) and a Rocky Award nomination. Show More

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lue Note artists, as well as interviews with iconic musicians who were a part of the label's history. The film explores the origins of Blue Note Records, tracing back to the label's founding in New York City during the height of the Harlem Renaissance.

Directed by German filmmaker Julian Benedikt, Blue Note - A Story of Modern Jazz delves into the personal lives of Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff, shedding light on their experiences as Jewish immigrants in America and their deep love for music. The documentary also showcases the label's groundbreaking approach to recording, highlighting how Lion and Wolff prioritized creative freedom and artistic expression.

The film features interviews with influential musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Ron Carter, who share their personal stories and reflect on the impact of Blue Note Records on their own careers. Through these interviews and archival footage, viewers gain insight into the cultural and historical significance of the label, as well as its enduring legacy in the world of jazz.

Blue Note - A Story of Modern Jazz pays tribute to the artists who defined the Blue Note sound, showcasing their extraordinary talent and groundbreaking contributions to the genre. It paints a vibrant picture of the jazz scene in mid-20th century America and celebrates the indomitable spirit of Lion and Wolff, whose passion and commitment forever changed the landscape of jazz music.

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