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Post by the Scribe on Feb 17, 2021 11:53:14 GMT
The Spirit Travels (opening)
Opening of a documentary on ethnic music in America, narrated by Linda Ronstadt. Writer, consulting producer, cameraperson. 1986
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Post by the Scribe on Feb 20, 2021 14:14:42 GMT
THE SPIRIT TRAVELS: IMMIGRANT MUSIC IN AMERICAstore.cinemaguild.com/nontheatrical/product/1081.html
Price: $310.00
Code: 1081
Format:DVD Digital Site License DVD & Digital Site License (+$155)
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Directed by Howard Weiss
1991, 55 minutes
English and various languages with English subtitles
Purchase: $310 | Classroom Rental: $125
Hosted and narrated by singer Linda Ronstadt, this entertaining and informative look at ethnic music in America offers a rich sampling of the nation's culturally diverse musical styles, featuring performances of Irish, Greek, African-American, Jewish, Central Asian, Chinese and Puerto Rican music. In addition to performance footage, the program includes rare archival footage and photos, plus interviews with musicians, cultural historians, and record producers, who discuss how ethnic music survives and changes when it comes to America.
Subjects & Collections
Sociology Music American Studies Immigration
Reviews
* * * * * "Excellent/Superior in Every Respect..A 'Must-Have' for Libraries," "...highly recommended for general audiences from junior high through adult." - Video Rating Guide for Libraries
* * * "...a consistently enlightening film...a beautifully done project...Recommended for overview of American musical history." - American Film and Video Association Evaluations
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