Charles Mingus: Epitaph
Synopsis
Conductor Gunther Schuller leads 30 renowned musicians in this spectacular world-premiere performance of Charles Mingus's epic composition, "Epitaph," filmed at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on June 3, 1989. Clocking in at more than two hours long, the landmark piece was unearthed only after the jazz legend's death in 1979. The orchestra includes such musical luminaries as Wynton Marsalis, Lew Soloff, Bobby Watson and Urbie Green.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 28, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Humphrey Burton
- Original Score
- Charles Mingus
- Original Title
- Charles Mingus: Epitaph
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Production Studios
- Dennis Woolf Productions, Channel 4 Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Humphrey Burton
Charles Mingus
Sue Mingus, Dennis Woolf
Department Leadership Roster
Humphrey Burton
Director
Sue Mingus
Producer
Dennis Woolf
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Charles Mingus: Epitaph about?
Conductor Gunther Schuller leads 30 renowned musicians in this spectacular world-premiere performance of Charles Mingus's epic composition, "Epitaph," filmed at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on June 3, 1989. Clocking in at more than two hours long, the landmark piece was unearthed only after the jazz legend's death in 1979. The orchestra includes such musical luminaries as Wynton Marsalis, Lew Soloff, Bobby Watson and Urbie Green.
Who directed Charles Mingus: Epitaph?
Charles Mingus: Epitaph was directed by Humphrey Burton.
Who stars in Charles Mingus: Epitaph?
The principal cast of Charles Mingus: Epitaph includes Charles Mingus, Gunther Schuller, Randy Brecker, Wynton Marsalis, Lew Soloff.
When was Charles Mingus: Epitaph released and how long is it?
Charles Mingus: Epitaph was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 2h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Charles Mingus: Epitaph?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Charles Mingus: Epitaph was composed by Charles Mingus.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Charles Mingus: Epitaph?
Charles Mingus: Epitaph holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).