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CONCERT FOR GEORGE premiered on March 3, 2004 on PBS (check local listings).
Rock music's most celebrated musicians gathered at London's Royal Albert Hall on November 29, 2002 to pay tribute to one of their own, the legendary George Harrison, on the one-year anniversary of his death. On that magical night, Harrison's closest friends gathered to perform a collection of his music for a live audience. Far more than a concert film, CONCERT FOR GEORGE is a soulful cinematic tribute to a musician whose vision transcended the ordinary and whose talents contributed to a revolution in the music industry. Under the musical direction of Harrison's longtime friend Eric Clapton, the film captures an emotional gathering of musicians including Jeff Lynne, Paul McCartney, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Billy Preston, and Ringo Starr. Truly a rare moment in music history, this documentary showcases these legends of music not likely to perform together on the same stage again. CONCERT FOR GEORGE is masterfully directed by famed British director David Leland, whose credits include WISH YOU WERE HERE, HBO's BAND OF BROTHERS television series, and The Traveling Wilburys video "Handle with Care."
Singer, songwriter, humanitarian, film producer, avid gardener, George Harrison was a man of many talents and interests. Initially gaining worldwide fame in the 1960s as a member of the Beatles, he went on to an accomplished solo career that spanned three decades. Remembering George, the Multimedia Presentation, provides highlights from Harrison's life and career and features many tributes to him sent in by fans. In the essay, writer John Uhl takes a look at the continued mania the Beatles generate more than 30 years after their breakup. The catalogue of songs from the concert and links to video excerpts of three numbers are included in the song list.
Top banner photos: George Harrison; Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, and Dhani Harrison perform at the tribute concert at the Royal Albert Hall (photo by Richard Young - Oops Publishing Ltd. 2002). |
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Paul McCartney performs Harrison's "Something," which was originally featured on the Beatles album ABBEY ROAD. |
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Billy Preston was among the musicians who played with Harrison on his first solo U.S. tour in 1974. |
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This program is available on DVD and music from the concert is available on CD. |
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