Film
Tony Bennett: An American Classic About the Songs
2007 · 32m · Documentary
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Overview
Tony Bennett's 80th Birthday Celebration continues! In support of his Platinum and Grammy Award-winning CD, Duets: An American Classic, comes this revealing new documentary that highlights 12 of the groundbreaking Tony Bennett hits before they became Duets. About the Songs is a 30-minute documentary that chronicles the stories behind some of the great songs that defined Tony's career and played an undeniably important role in the American Songbook, such as RAGS TO RICHES, FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE and I LEFT MY HEART IN SAN FRANCISCO. Joining the discussion is noted George Washington University musicologist, Richard Golden, who provides great insight as both a music expert and Tony's friend. Hundreds of archived and rare photographs and memorabilia add to this intimate look into the life and memories of Tony Bennett and his music. Experience the stories behind the songs that have shaped the unprecedented career of this music and cultural icon.
Cast
Crew
- Jay KrugmanProducer · Director
- Danny BennettExecutive Producer
- Eric SingerEditor
Details
- Release date
- January 1, 2007
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Runtime
- 32m
- Genres
- Documentary
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