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Genre:
Jazz
Release Date: 01/30/2007
Lush, heartfelt, and elegant,
At the Movies finds
smooth jazz saxophonist
Dave Koz celebrating his favorite movie themes. Featured here are such classic movie melodies as
"Over the Rainbow," "The Shadow of Your Smile," and
"The Pink Panther" as well as more contemporary songs like
"A Whole New World" and the main theme from
Schindler's List. Showcased beautifully throughout
At the Movies is
Koz's deftly melodic and supple saxophone sound, which truly evinces his obvious love of film and
film music. It also doesn't hurt that he's often backed by a full orchestra and
big band here, adding to the widescreen, cinematic sound he's going for. Also engaging are
Koz's guest artist choices, including trumpeter
Chris Botti, vocalists
Johnny Mathis,
Barry Manilow,
Donna Summer, and others.
~Matt Collar, All Music Guide
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