Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis Play the Music of Ray Charles

Brad Fuss
2009-10-20


7
91 min

Recorded Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center s Frederick P. Rose Hall on February 10, 2009. Once in a while the stars align and something magical happens...as on the night Jazz at Lincoln Center presented a salute to the late, great bluesman, Ray Charles. Two musical iconoclasts, Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis, along with the stunning songstress Norah Jones, collectively brought their unique musical perspective to the legendary artist s hits such as Hallelujah I Love Her So, Hit the Road Jack, and Unchain My Heart. The evening s musicians are supported by insightful and vibrant performances from saxaphonist Walter Blanding, pianist Dan Nimmer, bassist Carlos Henriquez, drummer Ali Jackson, and harmonica great Mickey Raphael.

Cast

Name Character Team
Willie Nelson Self - Vocals and Acoustic Guitar Unowned
Wynton Marsalis Self - Trumpet and Vocals Unowned
Norah Jones Self - Vocals Unowned
Mickey Raphael Self - Harmonica Unowned
Dan Nimmer Self - Piano Unowned
Carlos Enriquez Self - Bass Unowned
Ali Jackson Self - Percussion Unowned
Walter Blanding Self - Tenor Saxophone Unowned