The Joy of Easy Listening (2011)
In-depth documentary about the story of easy listening, a popular music that is often said to be made to be heard but not listened to. The film looks at easy listening's architects and practitioners, its dangers and delights, and the mark it has left on modern life, from its emergence in the 1950s until its revival in the 1990s.
Director: Chris Rodley
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: May 27, 2011
Cast
- Herb Alpert - Self
- Richard Carpenter - Self
- Richard Clayderman - Self
- Michael Flowers Jr. - Self
- Engelbert Humperdinck - Self
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Rare Recordings and Music History
Keywords
music history
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Joy of Easy Listening about?
- In-depth documentary about the story of easy listening, a popular music that is often said to be made to be heard but not listened to. The film looks at easy listening's architects and practitioners, its dangers and delights, and the mark it has left on modern life, from its emergence in the 1950s until its revival in the 1990s.
- Who directed The Joy of Easy Listening?
- The Joy of Easy Listening was directed by Chris Rodley.
- Who stars in The Joy of Easy Listening?
- The Joy of Easy Listening stars Herb Alpert, Richard Carpenter, Richard Clayderman, Michael Flowers Jr., Engelbert Humperdinck.
- How long is The Joy of Easy Listening?
- The Joy of Easy Listening has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Joy of Easy Listening?
- The Joy of Easy Listening is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was The Joy of Easy Listening produced?
- The Joy of Easy Listening was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of The Joy of Easy Listening?
- The themes of The Joy of Easy Listening include: Rare Recordings and Music History.