John Coltrane Four Tenors
Synopsis
Four giants of the tenor saxophone -- including the legendary John Coltrane -- are featured in this collection of rare performances recorded in the '60s. Filmed for the television series Jazz Casual, which was hosted by the great jazz writer Ralph Gleason, John Coltrane: Four Tenors features Coltrane and his group (featuring Elvin Jones and McCoy Tyner) from 1963, Ben Webster (with Jimmy Witherspoon and Vince Guaraldi) from 1962, Charles Lloyd (accompanied by Keith Jarrett and Jack de Johnette) in 1968, and Sonny Rollins (joined by Jim Hall and Ben Riley) in 1962.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert N. Zagone
- Original Title
- John Coltrane Four Tenors
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert N. Zagone
Ralph J. Gleason
Department Leadership Roster
Robert N. Zagone
Director
Ralph J. Gleason
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is John Coltrane Four Tenors about?
Four giants of the tenor saxophone -- including the legendary John Coltrane -- are featured in this collection of rare performances recorded in the '60s. Filmed for the television series Jazz Casual, which was hosted by the great jazz writer Ralph Gleason, John Coltrane: Four Tenors features Coltrane and his group (featuring Elvin Jones and McCoy Tyner) from 1963, Ben Webster (with Jimmy Witherspoon and Vince Guaraldi) from 1962, Charles Lloyd (accompanied by Keith Jarrett and Jack de Johnette) in 1968, and Sonny Rollins (joined by Jim Hall and Ben Riley) in 1962.
Who directed John Coltrane Four Tenors?
John Coltrane Four Tenors was directed by Robert N. Zagone.
Who stars in John Coltrane Four Tenors?
The principal cast of John Coltrane Four Tenors includes John Coltrane, Ben Webster, Sonny Rollins, Charles Lloyd, Keith Jarrett.
When was John Coltrane Four Tenors released and how long is it?
John Coltrane Four Tenors was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for John Coltrane Four Tenors?
John Coltrane Four Tenors holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).