Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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August 6, 2010 /
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Chart-topping jazz trumpeter Chris Botti and special guests performed two star-studded concerts at the historic Boston Symphony Hall with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops on September 18 and 19, 2008. Special guests include Josh Groban, Yo-Yo Me, John Mayer, Katharine McPhee, Lucia Micarelli, Sting and Steven Tyler. Blu-ray Disc Tracklisting:
Ave Maria
When I Fall in Love
Caruso
Seven Days featuring Sting
Broken Vow featuring Josh Groban
Flamenco Sketches
Hallelujah
I’ve Got You Under My Skin featuring Katharine McPhee
Cinema Paradiso featuring Yo-Yo Ma
The Look of Love featuring Sy Smith
Emmanuel featuring Lucia Micarelli
Glad to Be Unhappy featuring John Mayer
Cryin’ featuring Steven Tyler
Smile featuring Steven Tyler
Indian Summer
Shape of My Heart featuring Sting & Josh Groban
If I Ever Lose My Faith in You featuring Sting
Time to Say Goodbye
Bonus Feature: “Behind the Scenes – Chris Botti in Boston” (40 min.)
Audio/ Video:
Running Time Approx. 160 minutes
Full 1080/24p High Definition Picture
Dolby TrueHD 7.1/5.1 Surround (96 kHz/24 bit)
Includes Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround (640 kbps)
PCM (uncompressed) Stereo (48 kHz/24 bit)
Rating:  (out of 51 reviews)
List Price: $ 29.98
Price: $ 18.73
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Review by J. Howell for Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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I was there for both nights of the taping in Boston. This concert was phenomenal. The performance with Steven Tyler is worth the price of admission alone. Chris Botti has a knack for getting “A” list guests and getting something totally new from each of their performances. A stunning recording of a spectacular night.
Review by Susan B. for Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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I caught this show on PBS-WTTW in Chicago and it is spectacular! I fell in love during this show! Chris Botti is a dream on the trumpet and the show from start to finish was fantastic! He brings together such an array for talent that I was hooked from the first minute. Even if you are not a “jazz” fan, this music is so mellow, so contemporary, so eclectic, so luscious that you can’t help but enjoy it as I did. I want to hear (see) it again, and again!!!
Review by Margo Rose for Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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I saw this last night on PBS….RUN, do NOT walk to order this one. Simply majestic and spectacular music from all corners.
Review by D. Kanigan for Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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I’m not certain that Chris Botti could release anything that I wouldn’t rate a 5 so understand my bias. I have most of his audio CDs and I would rate this DVD near the top. Botti, in his own icy-cool signature, soulful and soothing sound – draws from jazz, pop and classical musical in his line-up. This CD was recorded at an event which took place on September 18th 2008 at Boston’s famous Symphony Hall where Botti is joined by the Boston Pops Orchestra. In addition to new and seemingly even more compelling spins on his classic instrumental trumpet solos (“When I fall in Love”; “Time to Say Goodbye”; “Ave Maria”), Botti invites a unique cast of artists to join him on stage including Sting, Josh Groban, Steven Tyler (Aerosmith), Yo-Yo Ma, John Mayer and Katherine McPhee (American Idol) – with my favorites being “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” with Botti/McPhee and “If I Ever Lose My Faith in You” with Botti/Sting and John Mayer’s rendition of Sinatra’s “Glad to Be Unhappy.” Botti is at the top of his game in this performance – crisp, warm and soothing – and the man can hit and stick the high notes. Sit back, relax and be prepared to be entertained – - Botti has the magical ability to take you away to a happy place.
Review by Carmel Beetle for Chris Botti in Boston [Blu-ray]
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My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this DVD. Chris Botti does an outstanding job. My absolute favorites are Emmanual featuring Lucia Micarelli and Cinema Paradiso with Yo-Yo Ma. All the performances were really good but these two where simply heavenly.