Week 1 Video Reviews
Soundies: Jazz, Swing, and Bebop Legends in PBS:
Artist's Name:
There a clips of several artists included in this video.
Song Title:
Soundies: Jazz, Swing, and Bebop Legends in PBS:
Year:
unknown
Narrative of Video:
This video is an advertisement for a PBS special about Soundies. There are clips of different Soundies, some of which show famous musicians when they were very young. Among those shown are Louis Armstrong, Doris Day, and Liberace. There are also clips of some of the big
bands. One in particular is Jimmy Dorsey’s band with Helen O’Connell singing. (She was one of my dad’s favorite singers.)
bands. One in particular is Jimmy Dorsey’s band with Helen O’Connell singing. (She was one of my dad’s favorite singers.)
How the Music and Video Relate:
The narrative and the clips of the Soundies work exceptionally well together. It definitely accomplishes the task of making one want to see the PBS documentary about Soundies.
Review:
I was so excited about the information shown in this clip that I want to find the PBS Documentary and watch it. As an advertising tool, this one does an excellent job.