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DVD: Jimmy And Percy Heath

Heath Master Class.jpgJimmy And Percy Heath, Jazz Master Class (Artists House). In 2004, the year before bassist Percy Heath died, he and his saxophonist/composer brother Jimmy appeared in John Snyder’s master class series at New York University. A pair of DVDs captures them in several stunning duets, critiquing student performances of Jimmy’s tunes and being interviewed by author Gary Giddins. We also see pre- and post-master class conversations with the students, transcriptions of solos rolling across the screen as the solos are played and Giddins talking at length about the Heath Brothers’ importance. Percy’s and Jimmy’s charm, humor, erudition and contrasting personalities come across strongly. This set is a highlight in an invaluable Artists House project.

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