Dave Koz - At the Movies - 2008

Lush, heartfelt, and elegant, At the Movies finds smooth jazz saxophonist Dave Koz celebrating his favorite movie themes. Featured here are such classic movie melodies as "Over the Rainbow," "The Shadow of Your Smile," and "The Pink Panther," as well as more contemporary songs like "A Whole New World" and the main theme from "Schindler's List." Showcased beautifully throughout At the Movies is Koz's deftly melodic and supple saxophone sound, which truly evinces his obvious love of film and film music. It also doesn't hurt that he's often backed by a full orchestra and a big band here: they add to the widescreen, cinematic sound he's going for. Also engaging are Koz's guest artist choices, including trumpeter Chris Botti, vocalists Johnny Mathis, Barry Manilow, Donna Summer, Vanessa Williams, and others. A year after the original album produced by Phil Ramone appeared, and then appended and re-released with a coupe of bonus cuts (including "Alfie," and "Love Theme from the Godfather") This DVD contains ten of the performances with singers Vanessa Williams, Johnny Mathis, Peter White, and Barry Manilow reprising their performances in front of the camera.