Erroll Garner: No One Can Hear You Read

In a triumphant career that lasted forty years Erroll Garner pushed the playability of the piano to its limits, developed an international reputation, and made an indelible mark on the jazz world. And yet, his story has never been told. Until now. The film explores Erroll's childhood in Pittsburgh; his meteoric rise in popularity while playing on 52nd street, New York's famed jazz epicenter; the origins of his most famous album (Concert By The Sea) and his most famous composition (Misty); his singular, virtuosic piano style; and his dynamic personality, both on and off the stage.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
53 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
53 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Apr 9, 2013
Season
2013
Average Score
70%
Mean Score
70%
Ratings
2
Popularity
2
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
First Run Features
Genres
Documentary, Music
Country
United States

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Description

In a triumphant career that lasted forty years Erroll Garner pushed the playability of the piano to its limits, developed an international reputation, and made an indelible mark on the jazz world. And yet, his story has never been told. Until now. The film explores Erroll's childhood in Pittsburgh; his meteoric rise in popularity while playing on 52nd street, New York's famed jazz epicenter; the origins of his most famous album (Concert By The Sea) and his most famous composition (Misty); his singular, virtuosic piano style; and his dynamic personality, both on and off the stage.

Immersion

Japanese

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Staff

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