Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis Play the Music of Ray Charles (2009)
Recorded Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center s Frederick P. Rose Hall on February 10, 2009. Once in a while the stars align and something magical happens...as on the night Jazz at Lincoln Center presented a salute to the late, great bluesman, Ray Charles. Two musical iconoclasts, Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis, along with the stunning songstress Norah Jones, collectively brought their unique musical perspective to the legendary artist s hits such as Hallelujah I Love Her So, Hit the Road Jack, and Unchain My Heart. The evening s musicians are supported by insightful and vibrant performances from saxaphonist Walter Blanding, pianist Dan Nimmer, bassist Carlos Henriquez, drummer Ali Jackson, and harmonica great Mickey Raphael.
Director: Brad Fuss
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Willie Nelson as Self - Vocals and Acoustic Guitar |
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Wynton Marsalis as Self - Trumpet and Vocals |
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Norah Jones as Self - Vocals |
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Mickey Raphael as Self - Harmonica |
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Dan Nimmer as Self - Piano |
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Carlos Enriquez as Self - Bass |
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Ali Jackson as Self - Percussion |
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Walter Blanding as Self - Tenor Saxophone |
| Production | Brad Fuss | Executive Producer |
| Production | James Ackerman | Executive Producer |
| Production | Evan Haiman | Executive Producer |
| Directing | Brad Fuss | Director |
| Editing | Ray Volkema | Editor |
| Camera | Brad Mackie | Director of Photography |
| Production | Sarah Iversen | Production Manager |