Part of being an artist is being a teacher. Directly or indirectly, through their work or their words, artists teach. In this series of DVDs, some of the most important jazz artists are presented in a unique master class setting. They perform, they talk about their lives and work, students play for them and the comment and instruct those students. Students discuss their expectations before the class and their thoughts after the class. Viewers will observe learning taking place, and come to understand how great artists think, perform, and teach.

Taylor is been known as a controversial figure in jazz. A true innovator, Taylor has taken the roots of music and transcended any limitations or definitions. He has abandoned traditional song forms, preset and repetitive chord sequences and the concept of a steady pulse or meter.

• Introduction by Gary Giddins
• Cecil Taylor's Poetry
• Cecil Taylor Performance
• Student Ensemble 1
• Student Solo Performances
• Student Ensemble 2
• Cecil Taylor Performance 2
• Student Ensemble 3
• Poetry Improvisation
• Cecil Taylor Answers Questions

Special Features:

• Pre-Class Interview With Students
• Post-Class Interview with Students and Cecil Taylor
• Gary Giddins Interview

A must for all jazz fans, this is an essential resource for anyone studying jazz.

DISCS:	1 DVD
DVD REGION:	ALL
FORMAT:	NTSC
DURATION:	166 mins
BOOKLET:	NO