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The Guitar Artistry of David Bromberg Demon in Disguise
Actor: David Bromberg
Director: David Bromberg
Genres: Music Video & Concerts, Special Interests, Documentary

G 2008 1hr 42min

In this intimate portrait, the legendary David Bromberg talks about his influences and performs the music he loves - a wide panorama of American blues, folk, country, bluegrass, ragtime, jazz and contemporary sounds. In... more »spired by the music of Pete Seeger and the Weavers, among others, he began studying the guitar at age 13. After graduating from Tarrytown High School, he enrolled at Columbia University intent on a career as a musicologist. During this period he discovered the old recordings of Blind Blake, Lonnie Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy, Marshall Owens, Luke Jordan and other great country bluesmen, as well as contemporary recordings of B.B.King, Freddie King and Albert King. He studied with Rev. Gary Davis for several years and as Rev. Davis said, I have no children but I have several sons . David was a son to the great Reverend. Drawn to Greenwich Village's flourishing coffeehouse folk music scene of the mid-1960 s, David left Columbia University and opted to devote full time to his music. Shortly thereafter, his extraordinary guitar picking and exceptional stylistic range brought him to the attention of many other musicians: Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Tom Paxton, and Chubby Checker are only a few of the notables who sought David out as a back-up artist for recording. In all he has played as a sideman on over 100 albums. A singular performer/writer/arranger, David s remarkable musical versatility and innovative resourcefulness have earned vast critical and popular acclaim. He is also impossible to classify: As one critic perceptively wrote, David Bromberg fits no pigeonholes. He is part of everything contemporarily musical. He is a product of blues, country, jazz, folk, and classical music. From his early success as a guitar virtuoso, Mr. Bromberg has developed into a brilliant entertainer. Titles include: Demon In Disguise , Delia, Mule Riding Blues, Maple Leaf Rag, Just A Closer Walk With Thee, Chump Man Blues, Levee Camp Moan, Try Me One More Time, Cocaine Blues, It Takes A Lot To Laugh a Train To Cry, Sleep Late In The Morning, Spanish John, Shebeg An Shemore, Buck Dancer s Choice, Fool For You, This Month, Columbus Stockade, Somewhere Over The Rainbow, I Believe My Time Ain t Long and Bluebird

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Actor: David Bromberg
Director: David Bromberg
Genres: Music Video & Concerts, Special Interests, Documentary
Sub-Genres: Pop, Other Music, Special Interests, Documentary
Studio: Vestapol
Format: DVD - Color
DVD Release Date: 12/18/2008
Original Release Date: 01/01/2009
Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/2009
Release Year: 2008
Run Time: 1hr 42min
Screens: Color
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaDVD Credits: 1
Total Copies: 0
Members Wishing: 3
MPAA Rating: G (General Audience)
Languages: English

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Movie Reviews

American, Natural, Addictive, Just What You Need

Chris Baumgartner | Chicago, IL USA | 10/17/2009

(4 out of 5 stars)

"
A man, his guitar, some songs, and a whole lotta technique, style and familiarity.
Bromberg plays his greatest songs on solo guitar, with explanations of their origins
and authors. These include Rev. Gary Davis, Bob Dylan, and a litany of titans that Bromberg either knew personally or studied under. It is a very personal, one-on-one relationship that he holds between us and his memory. Each piece he plays is flawlessly recorded and played for
you live. Audio quality is excellent at full bandwidth.

It is easy for a non-player to write this off, but, if you digest this, or play yourself, after a song or two you realize that you are being treated to a truly epic player in command performance. David's first hand experiences with the greatest folk, blues, gospel, musicians who ever lived are simply priceless.

This is a monumental reference work for any folk music lover, performed by an incredible talent, and a most humble man. The result is genuine, American, and enjoyable.
"

Love it

Jeffrey Pine | Santa Barbara, CA | 09/12/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"David is so talented and so down to earth. Amazing guitarist. I've played professionally for years and I am humbled."