Joe Albany: A Jazz Life (1980)

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The life and times of Joe Albany, a little-known jazz pianist, is the subject of this specialized documentary that not only brings out the pianist himself, but the mood and feeling of the era in which he reached the top. Albany talks about the great musicians and singers he worked with - Billie Holliday and Charlie Parker among them - and how so many succumbed to drugs and died young. He is followed around at home, work, on the bus, and in other settings as he is interviewed by director Carole Langer. His sharp observations and dry sense of humor enliven the stories.

Director: Carole Langer
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
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Cast

Editing: Michael Schenkein
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en

Keywords

jazz, woman director

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joe Albany: A Jazz Life about?
The life and times of Joe Albany, a little-known jazz pianist, is the subject of this specialized documentary that not only brings out the pianist himself, but the mood and feeling of the era in which he reached the top. Albany talks about the great musicians and singers he worked with - Billie Holliday and Charlie Parker among them - and how so many succumbed to drugs and died young. He is followed around at home, work, on the bus, and in other settings as he is interviewed by director Carole Langer. His sharp observations and dry sense of humor enliven the stories.
Who directed Joe Albany: A Jazz Life?
Joe Albany: A Jazz Life was directed by Carole Langer.
Who stars in Joe Albany: A Jazz Life?
Joe Albany: A Jazz Life stars Joe Albany.
How long is Joe Albany: A Jazz Life?
Joe Albany: A Jazz Life has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Joe Albany: A Jazz Life?
Joe Albany: A Jazz Life is a Documentary film.
Where was Joe Albany: A Jazz Life produced?
Joe Albany: A Jazz Life was produced in United States of America.