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Movie poster: Steve Lacy: Lift the Bandstand (1985)
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Steve Lacy: Lift the Bandstand

1985 · 50 min Documentary

The accomplished soprano saxist details his life and musical adventures with the likes of Cecil Taylor, and performs with his band. Includes interviews and footage of a concert at New Jazz at the Public Theater, New York City, New York, on October 29, 1983. "Lacy shows how jazz continually becomes world music... That makes for a video that gives more and more, a real investment" Kevin Lynch, DOWNBEAT "This is one of the better jazz documentaries. The virtuosic soprano saxophonist talks about his entire career... and performs with his group" Scott Yanow, AMG

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Year 1985
Genre Documentary
Director Peter Bull
Runtime 50 min.

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Steve Lacy: Lift the Bandstand is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1985. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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