A Concert for George
A Concert for George
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  • Starring: Andy Fairweather-Low, Ray Cooper (II), Sam Brown (II), Albert Lee (II), Olivia Harrison
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Audio Format: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
  • Binding: DVD
  • Brand: Unknown
  • Director: David Leland
  • EAN: 0603497024124
  • Format: Anamorphic, Color, Compilation, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD-Video, Live, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Label: Rhino / Wea
  • Language: English
  • Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Number of Items: 2
  • Product Group: DVD
  • Publication Date: 2003
  • Publisher: Rhino / Wea
  • Region Code: 1
  • Release Date: 2003-11-18
  • Studio: Rhino / Wea
  • Theatrical Release Date: 2003-11-18
  • Title: A Concert for George
  • UPC: 603497024124
Avg Customer Rating: 5 stars

Product Description: Exceptionally moving but not the least bit sentimental, Concert for George is a splendid tribute to the late George Harrison, whose contributions to the Beatles were so often hidden in the long shadows of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. A year to the day after Harrison's November 29, 2001 death, Eric Clapton assembled some musicians--people who had played with Harrison and known him intimately, including McCartney, Ringo Starr, and Tom Petty--to perform his music at London's Royal Albert Hall. They take on not just the predictable ("My Sweet Lord" and "Something," beautifully sung by Billy Preston and Sir Paul, respectively), but also lesser-known fare like "Old Brown Shoe" and "Beware of Darkness," all to superbly empathetic effect. But the tune most likely to make you misty-eyed is "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," which brings together three of the five musicians who played on the original recording: Ringo on drums, Clapton replicating his own classic solo, and McCartney playing piano and harmonizing with Clapton's lead vocal. Concert for George enjoyed a brief theatrical release, but even those who caught it on the big screen will delight in this two-disc DVD edition. Disc 1 features the complete concert (sans interview and rehearsal footage, but with a few additional songs and in the original running order), while disc 2 contains the theatrical version and some additional backstage and photo material. All in all, a beautiful piece of work. Wish you were here, George--but man, what a way to be missed. --Sam Graham


Customer Reviews


5 stars Spiritual Ecstasy
"Concert fo George" exceeded all of my expectations. I previously thought that the videos "Cream: Reunion Concert" and "Traffic: The Last Great Traffic Jam" were my favorites, but "Concert for George" was so much more than just a concert. It was a group of entertainers who put their egos and personnas on hold and for a few wonderfully relaxed hours, played the music of George Harrison as it was meant to be performed and as a tribute to him, his family, his God. In so doing, the concert also extended it's warmth to the actual audience and to the video audience. It was like I was in the greatest cathedral in the world exuding a strong sense of love and acceptance. I experienced this the first time I viewed it and every time I watch it. The participants are not so much "Playing" as "Praying".If you need a lift or if you are getting too caught up in your own craziness, this is the perfect antidote.


5 stars A Concert for George
In case there is anyone on the planet who hasn't before recognized the talent of George Harrison, there is so much love and good music on this DVD that will keep you singing, smiling, and maybe crying many times over.


5 stars A Concert for George
Great product, very high quality. It was wonderful to see so many extraordinary singers /artists playing beautful songs to George.


5 stars Are you kidding me? Buy it!
Oh come on, I have bought this for a dozen of my friends and relatives. The beat throbs and the visuals fascinate. Actually it is much better than Harrison's originals. The only thing I regret about this disc is not being at the concert. Come on, buy this sucker and join me in a twice weekly airing.


5 stars For Love of George
The version that played in the cinemas is nothing compared to the version on the video entitled "George's Band". This is hands down the best concert ever. Who would have thought of all the Beatles that the quiet one, George, could have spawned such a show? With the passing of the years and in the shadows of Lennon/McCartney, It has been easy to forget how many great songs George composed. That is until these great songs are performed with such respect and in such reverence by the likes of Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Ringo Star, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty, Billy Preston and many others of George's dearest friends. You won't believe what happens when egos are checked at the door and musicians of such caliber get together at the Royal Albert Hall to perform George's music with his son. It is truly remarkable. If you haven't seen "George's Band" on the DVD Concert for George you have missed the best show ever. It might bring a tear to your eye.


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