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HIGHLIGHTS OF VIENNA SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA vol.1

In volume one – a concert recorded from 1984 – the conductor Heinz Wallberg has invited three out-standing soloists who, together with the renowned orchestra from Vienna, build a bridge across Mozart to Schubert and Chopin to Franz Lehar. The famous tenor Nicolai Gedda, who celebrates his 75th birthday this year, sings Lehar’s infectious operetta song ‘Friends, life is worth living’. Soprano Tamara Lund contributes an excerpt from the ‘Zarewitsch (One Will Come)’.

One of the highlights of the programme is the contribution of the pianist Hans Graf (also known as conduc-tor), who offers with Chopin’s variation on ‘Reach Me Your Hand, My Life’ from Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’ a rarely played piece of music.

The orchestra presents some musical rarities as well: besides Schubert’s superb overture from ‘Ro-samunde’ and Richard Strauss’ colourful series of waltzes from ‘The Knight of Roses’, it performs the last completed waltz of the immortal Johann Strauss – ‘Embrace each other, madding crowd’ – a work in which the waltz king approaches his ‘fan’ Johannes Brahms by means of a cunning orchestration technique. This piece and Carl Ziehrer’s powerful waltz ‘Come and See’ evoke the atmoshpere of the New Years Concert in a programme which especially in its diversity is typical Viennese.

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Jacques Offenbach, the ‘inventor’ of the operetta, died in 1880 – exactly the year in which the last maestro in the field of (so-called) light entertainment was born: Robert Stolz.

100 years later, the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Heinz Wallberg, dedicates a unique memo-rial concert to these two composers, which you have in hand with volume 2 of the ‘Springtime In Vienna’ DVD series. All of adopted Frenchman Offenbach’s hits can be heard: the overtures from ‘Orpheus in the underworld’ and ‘Fair Helen’ and certainly the famous ‘Barcarole’ from ‘Hoffmann’s Tales’.Special emphasis is put on a big part dedicated to the works of Robert Stolz. He is regarded as the ap-proved ambassador of the three-four timing in a time in which the century of the waltz is as far away as the emperor’s beard. He has written the last waltz and the first central European film hit. He owns the double nationality in the old and new world of popular music…This is proved by his catchy marches, waltzes and songs.

The renowned soloists Werner Hollweg (tenor) and Sona Ghazarian (Soprano) ensure vocal highlights.

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Volume three of the ‘Springtime In Vienna’ series offers a triumphant concert experience presenting excep-tionally renowned soloists. Hungarian Soprano Sylvia Geszty who was as successful in opera as in operetta, appears here as soloist and duet partner of the young Adolf Dallapozza who was one of the most popular tenors in light entertainment during the seventies.

Both Artists perform famous and popular repertoire – among other things the duet ‘Roses from Tyrol’ from Zeller’s ‘The Birdseller’ or the duet ‘Gesetzt den Fall’ from Millockers ‘The Beggar Student’.

An orchestral contrast to the operetta parts of the programme is set by the performance of three Slavonic Dances by Antonin Dvorak. Regardless of serious or light music, these dances perfectly harmonize with pieces like the tremendous intermezzo from Johann Strauss’ Operetta ‘1001 Nacht’.

The encore of the concert recording is included also – the polka ‘Thunder and Lightning’ by Johann Strauss.

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Volume 4 of the concert recordings ‘Springtime In Vienna’ is exclusively dedicated to Johann Strauss. His works are performed by an outstanding cast: the conductor Erich Leinsdorf (1912-1993) native Austrian, but spending most of his life in the United States, returned to his home country for this recording and took over the guidance of the cast. Standing by his side are famous soloists: soprano Helen Donath who originally came from America and made a big opera career in Europe and the German tenor Werner Hollweg – an established participant of the ‘Springtime In Vienna’ concert series.

The repertoire is divided in two parts; it starts with a very mixed programme. Here,, polkas, waltzes and the overture from the operetta ‘Waldmeister’ can be heard. Helen Donath performs the vocal versions of the waltz ‘Voices of Spring’ and the waltz ‘The Queen’s Lave Handkerchief’ (also entitled ‘Rosen aus dem Suden’), which are full of coloratures.

In addition, excerpts from the operetta ‘The Gypsy Baron’ are staged – the overture, the ‘Treasure Waltz’, the march and the famous duet ‘One Day We Were Young’. Finally, Erich Leinsdorf announces the encore – to the great pleasure of the audience: it is the ‘Emperor Waltz’.

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SMETANA/GRIEGTHE MOLDAU/PEER GYNT SUITES/ BARTERED BRIDE

Music and beautiful landscapes: especially the romantic composers loved this combination, which inspired them to write their famous orchestral works.

One of the most beautiful examples for this is ‘The Moldau’: Czech master Bedrich Smetana describes in the form of a symphonic poem the way the river takes from its two sources to capital Prague. The beauty of the far North is portrayed in the music of Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. ‘Morning’ from ‘Peer Gynt’ is actually one of the most popular classical works in the world.

This DVD combines wonderful music and striking pictures: fascinating landscapes from Bohemia accom-pany the excellent interpretation of Smetana’s ‘Moldau’. Impressions from Norway, music and forcible ballet choreography complement each other in Grieg’s ‘Peer Gynt’ suite.

In addition, the programme includes excerpts from the most famous Czech opera ‘The Bartered Bride’ by Bedrich Smetana. Moreover, this DVD offers informative introductions to this work as well as to ‘Peer Gynt’.

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FRIEDRICH GULDAMOZART PIANO CONCERTOS

World-famous pianist and composer Friedrich Gulda conducts and performs, together with the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, two of Mozart’s piano concertos: Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K 466 and Concerto No.26 in D major, K 537 (The Coronation Concerto).

Friedrich Gulda was one of the most exciting and experimental pianists of the 20th century and the per-formance documented on this DVD reflects his great personality.

He spent the majority of his professional life focusing primarily on the works of Mozart. Gulda expressed that only though this intensive, decades-long exploration could one truly come to understand and appropri-ately convey the real nature of Mozart’s compositions.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Incudes and in-depth interview with Gulda, his biography, the biography of the Munich Philharmonics, program notes, a glossary, a contemporary history of the Mozart concertos and the option of six languages.

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FRIEDRICH GULDAMOZART FOR THE PEOPLE

Friedrich Gulda was one of the most exciting and experimental pianists of the 20th century and the per-formance documented on this DVD reflects his great personality.

He spent the majority of his professional life focusing primarily on the works of Mozart. Gulda expressed that only through this intensive, decades-long exploration could one truly come to understand and appro-priately convey the real nature of Mozart’s compositions. After extensive studies in classical piano, Gulda began a career as an eccentric concert pianist in the mid-40’s. By the end of the 60’s he had also become deeply involved in jazz, playing piano and later, flute and baritone saxophone. He performed throughout the world as a soloist and orchestra leader, playing classical music and jazz, often at the same concert.

He wrote much of the music played by his orchestras, writing in both classical and jazz styles. In the 90’s his maverick personality led him to work with dance music DJ’s. His death was feigned in 1999, simply so that he could have a resurrection party. His confirmed death was as a result of a heart attack in January 2000.

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THE SALZBURG MARIONETTE THEATREMOZART - THE MAGIC FLUTE

“The Magic Flute” is the core of the repertoire or world-famous Salzburg Marionette Theatre. In 1994, the version on hand was realized in collaboration with the TV stations ZDF and 3sat. Popular guest is one of the most renowned actors, directors and authors of our time: Sir Peter Ustinov shows his talents as gifted narrator and connoisseur of opera. His incidental remarks are fascinating comments on Mozart’s late masterpiece that compete in their expressiveness with the unique experiment of staging “The Magic Flute” as puppet play.

The playback for this, in the true sense of the word, captivating production is supplied by a top-class Mozart ensemble and the recording is an eminent document of the Salzburg Festivals: the soprano Rita Streich, one of the best Mozart interpreters of the post-war period “lends” her voice to the queen of the night, Ernst Haefliger sings Tamino. Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, one of the most renowned baritones in the world takes the part of Papageno. As a special feature the DVD contains a backstage visit to the Salzburg Marionette Theatre.

Presented by Sir Peter Ustinov.

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THE SALZBURG MARIONETTE THEATREMOZART - THE ABDUCTION FROM THE SERAGLIO

Mozart’s “Abduction from the Seraglio” is the second release after the successful “Magic Flute” that presents a production of the Salzburg Marionette Theatre in cooperation with the TV stations ZDF and 3sat. The version on hand was realized in 1995 and it is again Sir Peter Ustinov who shows his talents as gifted narrator and connoisseur of opera and accompanies the audience through the opera. “The Abduction from the Seraglio” is a famous spectacle, enigmatic and exotic at the same time – and because of that it is not only perfect for the fantastic stage sets of the Marionette Theatre but for Ustinov’s winking presenta-tion as well.

The playback for Mozart’s fascinating “Turk Play” is supplied by a top-class Mozart ensemble: the sopranos Maria Stader and Rita Streich, two of the best Mozart interpreters of the post-war period, “lend”their voices to the two female characters of the opera, Konstanze and Blonde. The tenor Ernst Haefliger sings the part of Belmonte. Ferenc Fricsay, who is especially known as Mozart conductor, takes over the direction. As a special feature the DVD contains a backstage visit to the Salzburg Marionette Theatre.


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THE SALZBURG MARIONETTE THEATREMOZART - THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO

For some people, Mozart’s masterpiece ‘Le nozze di Figaro’ is the most perfect work of art that man has ever created. In any case, his first collaboration with the libretti Lorenzo da Ponte, first performed on May 1st 1786 in Vienna, is one of the finest and most popular comic operas in history.

The version on this DVD presents the story, which is based on the popular, not to say notorious, play ‘Le marriage de Figaro’ by the Comte Beamarchais, in an unusual way: in 1995 this version was realized by the Salzburg Marionette Theatre in collaboration with ZDF and 3sat. After ‘The Magic Flute’ and ‘The Abduction from the Seraglio’ it is the third release in a series, which will consist of five DVD’s altogether, and it is again Sir Peter Ustinov who shows his talents as gifted narrator and connoisseur of opera and accompanies the audience through the opera.

The playback is supplied by a top-class artist ensemble: Eberhard Wächter sings the Comte d’Almaviva, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf takes the part of his wife. Anna Moffo ‘lends’ her voice to Susanna and the title role is sung by Giuseppe Taddei. The ensemble is accompanied by the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus London, conducted by Carlo Maria Giulini.

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THE SALZBURG MARIONETTE THEATREMOZART - DON GIOVANNI

Some consider Don Giovanni to be Mozart’s masterpiece; its certainly amongst them and has remained popular since its first performance in 1787. It is an opera that uniquely blends the comic and the serious and a great part of its popularity is due to the enduring appeal of the myth of Don Giovanni, the libterine and the blashpemer, the famous womaniser. In music and literature there are many testimonies to the appeal of Don Juan - and it is always the Don’s scandalous behaviour that particularly intrigues audiences.

The version on this DVD was conceived by the Salzburg Marionette Theatre in collaboration with ZDF and 3sat in 1995. It is the fourth release in a series which will consist of five DVD’s altogether and it is again Sir Peter Ustinov who shows his talent as gifted narrator and connoisseur of opera and accompanies the audience through the opera. The playback is supplied by a top-class artist ensemble; Cesare Siepi sings Don Giovanni, Birgit Nilsson lends her voice to Donna Anna, Leonthyne Price is Donna Elvira. Fernando Corena performs Leporello Cesar Valletti is Don Ottavio and Eugenia Ratti sings Zerlina. The ensemble is accompa-nied by the Wiener Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus London, conducted by Cario Maria Giulini.


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THE SALZBURG MARIONETTE THEATREMOZART - COSI FAN TUTTE

Subtitled ‘The School for Lovers’, Mozart’s final collaboration with librettist Lorenzo da Ponte, is considered by many to be his most refined and haunting exploration into the contradictions of the heart. Two young officers think they are putting their sweethearts to a test, but everyone received an unexpected education in life and love. Of course, it all ends happily... or does it? Disguises and surprises make for one of opera’s most sophisticated comedies. Featuring some of Mozart’s best-loved music, ‘Cosi Fan Tutte” uses the duplicity of men to test the fidelity of women, and in doing so reveals the humanity of both.

The version on this DVD was realized by the Salzburg Marionette Theatre in collaboration with ZDF and 3sat in 1995. It is the final release in a series of five DVD’s and it is again Sir Peter Ustinov who shows his talents as a gifted narrator and connoisseur of opera and accompanies the audience through the opera. The playback is supplied by a top-class artist ensemble: Pilar Lorengar sings Fiordiligi, Teresa Berganza lends her voice to Dorabella, Jane Berbie is Despina, Ryland Davies performs Ferrando, Tom Krause is Guglielmo and Gabriel Bacquier sings Don Alfonso. The ensemble is accompanied by London Philharmonic Orchestra under the guidance of Sir Georg Solti.


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PLATINUM CLASSICSJOHANNES BRAHMS/GEORGES BIZET

At present the “State Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra” is one of the best Moscow orchestras, It’s activities are highly diversified and its performances always leave an admiring audience. In this stunning recording, the orchestra is guided by two different conductors: Pavel Sorokin and Ilmar Lapinsch.

Apart from his work as symphony conductor, Pavel is also one of the leading conductors of the Bolshoi. In 1998 Pavel Sorokin was awarded the title “Merited Artist of Russia”. The Austrian-Latvian Conductor Ilmar Lapinsch conducts Brahm’s Symphony No.2. Lapinsch’s passion for the works of Brahms dates back to his adolescence. Since then, Brahms has accompanied this extraordinary artist throughout his career and the recording in hand perfectly demonstrates Lapinsch’s intensive analysis of this complex piece of music.

The recordings for this DVD took place in the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, famous for its unique acoustics, in Spring 2002 and it presents artisitc and technical quality at the highest level.

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PLATINUM CLASSICSJUSTUS FRANTZ PRESENTS FIRST NIGHT OF THE PROMS

Justus Franz has been internationally successful as a pianist and conductor for more than 20 years. Real-izing a dream of Leonard Bernstein’s. Maestro Frantz organized the Philharmonia of the Nations, a youthful orchestra composed of musicians from all over the world. The DVD in hand presents artistic and technical quality at the highest level.

Apart from thrilling concert recordings, the DVD offers additional highlights: camera positions can be se-lected by the viewer, i.e. he himself decides if he wants to see the soloist, the conductor, the edited version or even all angles at the same time. Apart from this, Justus Frantz himself comments each work in four languages (German, English, Spanish & Russian).

Last but not least, the DVD includes several trailers presenting the Philharmonia of the Nations’ concert tours as well as detailed artist biographies.

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PLATINUM CLASSICSPETER I. TCHAIKOVSKY

The Symphony Orchestra of Russia was created in 1991 by the outstanding Russian conductor Veronica Dudarova. Consisting of famous musicians from Moscow and other musical centres of the former Soviet Union, in the course of years the orchestra has gained lots of admirers and has become well-known for its high-quality performances.

The name of Veronica Dudarova, a laureate of State Russian Musical Award and an academician of Inter-national Art Academy, is famous not only in Russia but all over the world. The recordings for this all-Tchaiko-vsky programme took place in the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, famous for its unique acoustics, in Spring 2003 and it presents artistic and technical quality at the highest level.

Apart from thrilling concert recordings, the DVD offers additional highlights: camera positions can be se-lected by the viewer, interviews with members of the orchestra and with the conductor as well as landscape impressions from Russia.

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FAMOUS COMPOSERSROMANTIC PERIOD VOL 1

THE ROMANTIC PERIOD DOMINATED ALMOST THE COMPLETE 19TH CENTURY AND DERIVED ITS NAME FROM THE ROMANCES OF MEDIEVAL TIMES – LONG POEMS TELLING STORIES ABOUT HEROES, FARAWAY PLACES AND UNATTAINABLE LOVE. THE PERIOD BROKE NEW MUSICAL GROUND BY ADDING A NEW EMOTIONAL DEPTH TO THE PREVAILING CLASSICAL FORMS.

ARTISTS OF ALL KINDS BECAME INTENT IN ExPRESSING THEIR SUBJECTIVE PERSONAL EMOTIONS AND THEIR MODES OF ExPRESSION WERE VARIED: JOHANNES BRAHMS, FRANZ SCHUBERT AND RICHARD WAGNER ARE ONLY THREE OF THE GREAT NAMES AND THEIR INDIVIDUAL STYLES DEMONSTRATE THIS PERFECTLY.

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FAMOUS COMPOSERSROMANTIC PERIOD VOL 2

THE ROMANTIC PERIOD DOMINATED ALMOST THE COMPLETE 19TH CENTURY AND DERIVED ITS NAME FROM THE ROMANCES OF MEDIEVAL TIMES –LONG POEMS TELLING STORIES ABOUT HEROES, FARAWAY PLACES AND UNATTAINABLE LOVE. THE PERIOD BROKE NEW MUSICAL GROUND BY ADDING A NEW EMOTIONAL DEPTH TO THE PREVAILING CLASSICAL FORMS.

ARTISTS OF ALL KINDS BECAME INTENT IN ExPRESSING THEIR SUBJECTIVE PERSONAL EMOTIONS AND THEIR MODES OF ExPRESSION WERE VARIED: GIACOMO PUCCINI, GIUSEPPE VERDI AND PETER I. TCHAIKOVSKY ARE ONLY THREE OF THE GREAT NAMES AND THEIR INDIVIDUAL STYLES DEMONSTRATE THIS PERFECTLY.

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FAMOUS COMPOSERCLASSICAL PERIOD

FROM ROUGHLY 1750 TO 1820 ARTISTS MOVED AWAY FROM THE HEAVILY ORNAMENTED STYLES OF THE BAROQUE AND THE ROCOCO AND TURNED TOWARDS A CLEAN, UNCLUTTERED STYLE REMINISCENT OF CLASSICAL GREECE.

THE AUSTRIAN CAPITAL OF VIENNA BECAME THE MUSICAL CENTRE OF EUROPE AND THE CLASSICAL PERIOD REACHED ITS MAJESTIC CULMINATION IN THE MASTERFUL WORKS OF THE THREE GREAT COMPOSERS OF THE VIENNESE SCHOOL: LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN, JOSEPH HAYDN AND WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART.

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FAMOUS COMPOSERSBAROQUE PERIOD

THE BAROQUE PERIOD (CA.1600 - 1750) SAW COMPOSERS BEGINNING TO REBEL AGAINST STYLES THAT WERE DOMINANT DURING THE HIGH RENAISSANCE.

JOHANN SEBASTION BACH & GEORG FRIEDRCIH HANDEL WERE TWO COMPOSERS WHO WERE ABLE TO BREAK NEW MUSICAL GROUND AND CREATE AN ENTIRELY NEW STYLE OF MUSIC.

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FAMOUS COMPOSERSMODERN PERIOD

MAURICE RAVEL, RICHARD STRAUSS & IGOR STRAVINSKY RANK AMONG THE MOST REMARKABLE COMPOSERS OF THE BEGINNING OF THE 20TH CENTURY.

THIS DVD REVEALS THE LIVES, CAREERS & TIMES OF THESE THREE MAJOR MUSICIANS AND THE EFFECT THEY HAD ON THE LANDSCAPE OF CLASSICAL MUSIC.

THE CD CONTAINS SOME OF RAVEL’S, STRAUSS’ AND STRAVINSKY’S MOST FAMOUS PIECES OF WORK.

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GEORGE BIZET’S CARMEN

Love, jealousy and death – Georges Bizet’s most popular work “Carmen” includes all accessories for a suc-cessful opera. Nevertheless, on the occasion of the Paris premiere in 1875 it was only granted a moderate success. On the one hand, the audience was disturbed by the cool realism and the tragic end, but on the other side it was fascinated by the immorality of the story which is based on Prosper Merimee’s novella of the same name. Due to the disappointing reactions, Bizet sank into deep depression and only three months after the first night was held, he died of a serious illness at the age of 36.

Consequently, he did not have the chance to enjoy the triumphal march of the “Female Elemental Force” Carmen which began shortly afterwards. Today his last work is counted among the most popular works in the history of opera and melodies like the famous “Habanera” sung by Carmen or Escamillo’s Torero Song are well known opera classics.

The DVD presents an open-air staging of the Opera Festival St. Margarethen recorded in 1998 in the col-ourful stage set of the Roman quarry which on this occasion was turned into a Spanish Arena.

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GIUSEPPE VERDI’S AIDA

After the successful release of “Nabucco” the Verdi commemoration year 2001 sees now another famous opera by the great Italian composer released on DVD. “Aida” was initially a commissioned work for the Egyptian viceroy Ismael Pascha that was meant for the festivities on the occasion of the Sues Canal’s inauguration. The first night was to be held at the newly built opera house of Cairo but due to time-related delays and, above all, the adversities of the Franco-Prussian War, it had to be postponed to December 24, 1871. Giuseppe Verdi himself did not attend this event but enjoyed only in February 1872 the triumph of the European premiere at La Scala where he took 32 curtains.

The impressive scenery of the Roman quarry in St. Margarethen provides the perfect backdrop for the colourful open-air staging from 1997 that is documented on this DVD. “Aida” was the second monumen-tal production of the Opera Festival St. Margarethen which since then has become one of Europe’s most important open-air festivals. Today, the festival is visited by almost 100,000 spectators per year.

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GIUSEPPE VERDI’S NABUCCO

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Giuseppe Verdi’s death and the commemoration year that I slinked with it, this DVD presents “Nabucco”, his first great freedom opera. Already its premiere in 1842 was a triumphant success for the composer due to the fact that the opera was exactly the Italians kind of thing: they recognized themselves in the enslaved Hebrews who were oppressed by the Babylonians and celebrated Verdi as a symbol of national liberation.

Especially the famous choir of aspiration “Va Pensiro” (that was even sung by the mourning people of Milan on Verdi’s funeral) has lost nothing of its popularity until today.

The open-air staging of “Nabucco” that is documented here, is the most expensive and lavish production of the third-largest European Open-air Festival to date. It was a great popular success and received excellent reviews: “The miracle of St. Margarethen” (Taglich Alles, Wien), “Nabucco goes beyond all previous stand-ards. Unique” (Munchner Abendzeitung).

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TCHAIKOVSKY’S SWAN LAKE

The four-act ballet Swan Lake, based on a German fairy tale and with music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, was first produced in Moscow in 1877 at the Bolshoi Theatre with a choreography by Julius Reisinger and was a total failure. After Tchaikovsky’s death in 1893, a memorial to the composer presented the second act, successfully re-choreographed by Lev Ivanov. In 1985 a completely new version of the ballet, choreographed by Ivanov and Marius Petipa was staged at the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg and this time the ballet received the appreciation that it had rightfully deserved. The new choreography fulfilled the expectations of the Russian public as it added an element of “pressure” to the composition.

This DVD presents a “classical” staging of the ballet from 1968 which is based on the Ivanov/Petipa chore-ography. This Russian screen version of Swan Lake is a colourful and magnificent version of one of the ballet classics of all time, performed by the world-famous Kirov ensemble.

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GIACOMO PUCCINI’S TOSCA

Tosca is a tragic tale of love, intrigue and betrayal set in the Napoleonic Rome of 1800, a highly successful collaboration of composer Puccini and Illica and Giacosa. It was first produced in Rome in January 1900. The liberetto is an adaptation of Sardou’s famous tragedy, the main facts are said to have a historical basis.

There were fierce political tensions in Italy at the time and rumours spread that a bomb might be thrown at the premiere. Queen Margherita of Italy was present in a glittering if understandably nervous audience which demanded encores of ‘Vissi d’arte’ and ‘E lucevan le stele’ and gave the performance a polite if not outstandingly warm reception. The opera was a success at the box office, but the critics generally turned thumbs down on it, finding its sadism and scenes of attempted rape and physical and mental torture repul-sive. Nevertheless – the general reaction was highly enthusiastic and has remained so until today.

In the performance documented on this DVD, Bulgarian soprano Stefka Evstatieva is Tosca, the tempestu-ous opera singer whose stormy romance with artist Cavaradossi leads to violence, deceit and death. Joining Stefka Evstatieva as Tosca are Canadian baritone Cornelius Opthof as the evil Baron Scarpia and Russian tenor Vyacheslav Polozov as Cavaradossi.

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MOZART’S THE MAGIC FLUTE

There is hardly another opera that is ambiguous as Mozart’s ‘The Magic Flute’. A Magic tale or a mystery play, an allegory on good and evil or a parable of true love – Mozart’s last opera allows many ways of inter-pretation, a fact which even after more than 200 years contributes to the topic’s relevance.

Regardless of the different interpretations one point is indisputable: ‘The Magic Flute’ is a wonderful fairy tale which should be watched with the eyes of a child: “Call back your childhood if you want to understand ‘The Magic Flute’, as the second husband of Mozart’s widow, Georg Nikolaus Nissen, remarked aptly.

The open-air staging of the Opera Festival St. Margarethen from 1999 follows this suggestion. Director Robert Herzi stages the opera as a fairy tale about love in its countless forms and varieties and offers the audience in the splendid scenery of the Roman quarry a unique and magic experience.

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SISTERS OF DEATH

During an all-girl secret society initiation, one of the new members is killed playing Russian Roulette. Many years later the survivors are invited for a reunion to a lavish estate, which turns out to be owned by the crazed father of the girl who died.

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BLOOD SABBATH

This DVD follows a lone traveller who becomes entangled in a love affair with a woman, who is spoken for by the Devil. During this film, he befriends a hermit who supplies the Devil and her followers with the soul of a young girl every year. His only hope for true love is to have his soul removed instead of the young girl’s.

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BLOODY WEDNESDAY

An unpredictable, psychological horror story about a man who suffers a nervous breakdown. His brother then sets him up as the caretaker of a vacant hotel. He encounters strange attackers who may or may not be real. He slowly descends into madness.

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NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD

The original film from 1968. The radiation from a fallen satellite causes the recently deceased to rise from the grave and seek the living to use as food. This is the situation that a group of people penned up in an old farmhouse must deal with. The dead come back to life and eat the living in this low budget, black and white classic. Several people barricade themselves in a rural house in an attempt to survive the night. Outside are hordes of relentless, shambling zombies who can only be killed by a deadly blow to the head.

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GOOD AGAINST EVIL

An exorcism movie in which a young couple is beset by evil forces – she’s been spoken for by the Devil.

Man meets woman and they fall in love. Little do they know that the woman, at birth, was christened by the Devil. The man does everything in his power to find the woman and bring her back.

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DON’T LOOK IN THE BASEMENT

Nurse Charlotte Beale arrives at the isolated Stephens Sanitarium to work only to learn that Dr Stephens was murdered by one of the patients and his successors, Dr Geraldine Masters, is in charge and not very eager to have her working there. Charlotte finds her job hard as the patients torment and harass her at every turn. But that’s only half of it as Charlotte slowly discovers that Dr Masters is not who she says she is for the whole asylum has been taken over by the patients bent on murder and mayhem, and Masters turns out to be one of them.

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JU JITSU

Ju Jitsu is one of the oldest styles of martial art still practiced, dating from the 12th Century and more than 700 forms or schools of Ju Jitsu have existed over the years. Ju Jitsu is an excellent all-round martial art with a contemporary emphasis on self-defense. Practical step-by-step instruction for self-defense.

Presented by Zen Kempo Rye Ju Jitsu Association.

• Avoidance Skills• Evasive Movement• Throwing – using an attacker’s force against them• Striking – kicks, punches, knees and elbows• Grappling – joint locks, chokes and holds• Immobilization techniques• Application of submission holds• Ju Jitsu and weapon kata

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KICKBOXING

Kickboxing combines the techniques and strategy of both boxing and kicking and is one of the most popular and fastest growing martial arts today.

What we call kickboxing today, arose out of full contact Karate competitions in the 1960’s with fighters such as Bill Wallace, Joe Lewis, Benny “The Jet”, and Chuck Norris. Kickboxing today is changing to sport kickboxing, reflecting the movement of kickboxing towards a martial art which had benefits not only for fight-ers, but for people who want to gain the benefits of a well rounded martial art that promotes positive results in both mind and body.

Your personal seminar with the World’s Fastest Kicker, Bill “Superfoot” Wallace.

DVD Features:• History• Contact Groups• Ultimate Kickboxing: Battle of Britain

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SHOTOKAN KARATE

Shotokan Karate originated in Okinawa, a small island south of Japan. Popularized in Japan by Gichin Funakoshi in the 1950’s, the name Shotokan comes from the name ‘Shoto’ which was Funakoshi’s pen name. Shotokan Karate is a traditional martial art. This means that improvements in character and mental discipline are as important as physical skill, if not more so. Shotokan Karate is meant to be accessible to all, including women, children, and those without great athletic ability.

An indispensable guide to Shotokan Karate presented by Serge Chouraqui, 7th Dan with slow motion dem-onstration for maximum student understanding.

• The fundamentals of Kihon – Kata – Kumite.• The first 5 Kata’s• The advanced techniques of the Linear Kata’s & the Large Form• Fist, Leg & Hand technique and combinations.

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TAEKWONDO

Taekwondo is much more than kicking and punching. It is action philosophy designed as a complete non-violent discipline of entire body training and character building.By practising Taekwondo, one will benefit in these ways:

• Physically: Good co-ordination, toning and reduction of weight, improved flexibility, cardiovascular condition-ing, increased strength and general fitness.

• Mentally: Self-confidence, self-discipline, better judgement, self-control, stress reduction, better self image and positive attitude.

• Philosophically: Tae Kwon Do stands for and promotes the principal of honesty, courtesy, humility, respect, courage, generosity, loyalty and perseverance.

With the help of former WTF Champion Hank Myher, Taekwondo on DVD will guide and teach you the basics right up to the difficult actions, whilst providing you with the necessary skills, discipline and training to mas-ter Taekwondo mind body and soul.

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WUSHU KUNG FU

The definition of Kung Fu Wushu is multi-faceted. Technically, Kung Fu Wushu means a person possess-ing disciplined techniques and skills in martial arts with or without weapons. Broken down, Kung means discipline; Fu means person; hence, a disciplined person. Wu means martial; Shu means techniques or skills; hence a martial skill. Its ultimate definition becomes even more profound, in that King Fu Wu Shu is truly the harmonious blending of body, mind and spirit in order to become a better person and live a better life.

Wushu Kung Fu on DVD is a complete training routine presented by legendary pioneer Dan Schwartz. Wushu Kung Fu guides you through traditional stance training to improve strength; stamina and flexibility;kicking and open hand techniques to develop speed, control and balance; and finally, movements and tech-niques to improve co-ordination, speed and aerobic fitness.

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THE FIGHTING SPIRIT vol. 1

The Fighting Spirit Volume 1 brings you the very best in multi-discipline martial arts, compiled and presented by Bob Sykes.

Watch and learn as trainers Geoff Thompson, Peter Consterdine, Brian Ford, Buster Reeves and Kim Stones guides you through Grappling, Pre-emptive self-protection, Sai and Bo staff, Ju-Jitsu and Taekwondo in just over 100 minutes.

Watch the action as Neil Adams MBE demonstrates Judo; as Pat O’Malley vs. Dave Smith go head to head, Nunchaku vs. The Eskrima Stick and as Brian Ford amazes you with his demonstration of Kendo.

DVD Fteatures: • Demonstrations of Judo and Kendo• A sparring match between Pat O’Malley on the Nunchaku vs Dave Smith with the Eskrima Stick

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THE FIGHTING SPIRIT vol. 2

The Fighting Spirit Volume 2 brings you the very best in multi-discipline martial arts, compiled and presented by Bob Sykes.Watch and learn as trainers Tony Sykes and Frank Murphy guide you through Karate, Taekwondo, Vale Tudo and Kickboxing in just over two hours.Watch the action as Mathew Evans demonstrates Vale Tudo as Rob Kaman showcases his skills in Kickbox-ing and Jamie O’Keefe in reality combat.

DVD Features:• Over 2 hours of the very best in multi-discipline martial arts on DVD.• A step-by step demonstration and instructional guide to Karate, Taekwondo, Vale Tudo and Kickboxing• Mid Price Point

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LEARN A LANGUAGE:FRENCH

How many times have we all been lost for words in European Countries only to end up with the wrong food, the wrong directions, the wrong hotel, the wrong change, the wrong train…in short, a disaster!Now you can learn more than 300 useful words and phrases before your holiday, with the help of this handy Learn A Language DVD, which is suitable for the whole family.

Narrated by a native of the country to ensure that your accent and pronunciation is totally accurate, you will be able to speak all the French you need for most holiday situations within hours.

Each word or phrase is given in English and then in French, followed by a pause in which you can repeat the sentence. The French is then repeated for a second time as a further reminder.

DVD Features:• Useful Websites.• Tourist Information.• Places to visit.

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LEARN A LANGUAGE:ITALIAN

How many times have we all been lost for words in European Countries only to end up with the wrong food, the wrong directions, the wrong hotel, the wrong change, the wrong train…in short, a disaster!Now you can learn more than 300 useful words and phrases before your holiday, with the help of this handy Learn A Language DVD, which is suitable for the whole family.Narrated by a native of the country to ensure that your accent and pronunciation is totally accurate, you will be able to speak all the Italian you need for most holiday situations within hours.Each word or phrase is given in English and then in Italian, followed by a pause in which you can repeat the sentence. The Italian is then repeated for a second time as a further reminder.The Learn A Language Series is suitable for children aged 8 and up.

DVD features:• Places to visit• Italian Recipes• History of Italy• Website Links

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LEARN A LANGUAGE:GERMAN

How many times have we all been lost for words in European Countries only to end up with the wrong food, the wrong directions, the wrong hotel, the wrong change, the wrong train…in short, a disaster!Now you can learn more than 300 useful words and phrases before your holiday, with the help of this handy Learn A Language DVD, which is suitable for the whole family.

Narrated by a native of the country to ensure that your accent and pronunciation is totally accurate, you will be able to speak all the German you need for most holiday situations within hours.

Each word or phrase is given in English and then in German, followed by a pause in which you can repeat the sentence. The German is then repeated for a second time as a further reminder.

DVD Features:• Places to visit• German Castles• Culinary German• Germany Today• Website Links

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LEARN A LANGUAGE:SPANISH

How many times have we all been lost for words in European Countries only to end up with the wrong food, the wrong directions, the wrong hotel, the wrong change, the wrong train…in short, a disaster!Now you can learn more than 300 useful words and phrases before your holiday, with the help of this handy Learn A Language DVD, which is suitable for the whole family.Narrated by a native of the country to ensure that your accent and pronunciation is totally accurate, you will be able to speak all the Spanish you need for most holiday situations within hours.Each word or phrase is given in English and then in Spanish, followed by a pause in which you can repeat the sentence. The Spanish is then repeated for a second time as a further reminder.The Learn A Language Series is suitable for children aged 8 and up.

DVD Features:• Spain’s History• Spain’s Culture• Spanish Food• Places to visit

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DISCOVER DANCE:BALLROOM

This DVD gives you everything you need to become a confident dance partner at any social function. Just fol-low in the steps of former UK Pro Ballroom Champions, Simon & Heidi Cruwys, your personal tutors guiding you through the Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Tango or if you looking for a little bit of Latin flavour learn to Rumba, Cha-Cha, Rock ‘n Roll and Samba.

Simon & Heidi also explain fully how to use the DVD and guide you through the menu. After each step-by-step lesson, a combination routine shows you how to put all the steps together, and there are also addi-tional music tracks to give you extra entertainment and practice.

The DVD technology allows a truly interactive learning experience. You can loop ‘dance routines’, ‘practice steps’, automatically view an on-screen counter to help with timing and rhythm, and choose either the Gen-tleman, Lady or Couples role.

Simon & Heidi also offer helpful advice and tips for beginners including warming up, leading, following, hold-ing, how to avoid common mistakes, where to get the right clothes and where to look for venues to show off your new skills. Who knows where this may lead?!

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DISCOVER DANCE:LATIN

This DVD gives you everything you need to become a confident dance partner at any social function. Just fol-low in the steps of former UK Pro Ballroom Champions, Simon & Heidi Cruwys, your personal tutors guiding you through the Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Tango or if you looking for a little bit of Latin flavour learn to Rumba, Cha-Cha, Rock ‘n Roll and Samba.

Simon & Heidi also explain fully how to use the DVD and guide you through the menu. After each step-by-step lesson, a combination routine shows you how to put all the steps together, and there are also addi-tional music tracks to give you extra entertainment and practice.

The DVD technology allows a truly interactive learning experience. You can loop ‘dance routines’, ‘practice steps’, automatically view an on-screen counter to help with timing and rhythm, and choose either the Gen-tleman, Lady or Couples role.

Simon & Heidi also offer helpful advice and tips for beginners including warming up, leading, following, hold-ing, how to avoid common mistakes, where to get the right clothes and where to look for venues to show off your new skills. Who knows where this may lead?!

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GREAT MOMENTS OF THE 20TH CENTURY - 3 DVD SET

From the realisation of flight by the Wright Brothers at the turn of the Century, to Neil Armstrong’s landing on the moon, events have taken place that shaped our civilisation and changed the course of humanity forever.

In this six-hour retrospective of the 20th Century, we’ll recount these memorable world moments:

• Albert Einstein and the Theory of Relativity, WWII and The Great Depression• Charles Lindbergh, prohibition and the sinking of the Titanic• The World at War as we follow the rise and fall of Hitler that leads to the cold war• The rise of the Berlin Wall, the Cuban Missile Crisis• The Sadat Begin treaty for peace in the Middle East• The turbulent 60’s and it’s horrifying assassinations• Internet and other technological advances as tools of growth and terror

The 20th Century has proven to be the most dynamic era since time began. Never have there been such great strides in technology and quality of life. Hosted by Laura McKenzie.

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UFO CHRONICLES

There have been thousands of UFO sightings since the beginning of time that includes reports in the Bible, as well as best selling books like Chariots of the Gods, about alien assistance with the building of the Pyramids. In present day, sightings in Mexico, Russia as well as the Roswell incident that dominated the airwaves.

At the beginning of the new Millenium, could this be a sign of things to come? Is the Government hiding information? The truth is out there. Could the unbelievable be conceivable?

The UFO Chronicles investigates these reports of contacts, abductions, landings and sightings through use of key witnesses, photos and video all in this one hour special.

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ROSWELLTHE COVER UPS AND CLOSE ENCOUNTERS

The number 1 rated special on THE SCI-FI CHANNEL. No other event in the 20th century has captured the imagination of mankind like the crash site located at Roswell, New Mexico. So much so, the entire plot of the international blockbuster film Independence Day revolved around it. The belief that an alien aircraft and its crew actually survived a fiery plunge to Earth seems destined to remain mired in government red tape and covert agency cover-ups….until now. Recent Worldwide UFO sightings, stories of alien abductions, and interviews with well-known ufologists and Roswell eyewitnesses still alive since 1947 are included here in an attempt to answer this compelling mystery. Hosted by Jonathan Frakes

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THE SEARCH FOR NAZI GOLD

This is a true story based on stolen Nazi gold, which may have been found. Join us in the first hour as we trace the rise and fall of the Third Reich and Hitler’s obsession for gold. In the second hour, we set out for the search of a lifetime.

Salvers claim that Nazi generals extorted gold at the end of WWII and escaped to South Africa. After selling their loot for $5 million, the ship carrying the gold to Canada was blown apart off the coast of Venezuela. Now, 50 years later, our cameras go to the depths of the ocean in search of the gold. Our findings will astonish you!

Hosted by Michael York.

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THE SECRET KGB SERIES:UFO ABDUCTION FILES

When researchers began looking into just how much the Soviet government knew about UFOs and extrater-restrial visitation, they were not surprised to learn that the Russians took the subject very seriously. What they didn’t expect was evidence of ancient alien visitation, paranormal properties associated with related artifacts and most shocking of all, of a mass abduction in 1985.

Among the piles of materials obtained from former Soviet spies, some extremely puzzling and disturbing documents and film footage surfaced confirming rumours, which had been circulating for decades. In the late 1950’s and 60’s the Russians became very interested in a number of unusual and newly discovered archaeological sites in Egypt. By interpreting ancient symbols, one of those sites was believed to contain the remains of a life form not from Earth. Startling top-secret film footage, never before seen outside the Kremlin confirms the Soviet mission to recover and analyse remains.

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THE SECRET KGB SERIES:PARANORMAL FILES

Enter the world of mysterious spirits and haunted places. Where people read minds and travel to distant places without ever leaving their bodies. The KGB has inves-tigated many strange occurrences since its inception.

Ghosts & haunted places – The KGB received numerous reports from citizens and officials alike that were investigated, some with startling evidence that couldn’t be explained.

Psychics – It was well known that the KGB employed psychics in conjunction with the Russian government in an attempt to gain a global upper hand in times of crisis.

Remote Viewing – It is said that certain individuals can ‘travel’ to distant locations without leaving their bod-ies. Were these KGB spies actually able to spy on the enemy through means of a spirit?The Blast at Tunguska – Evidence suggests that the blast that occurred in 1908 may have been the crash of an alien spacecraft. 500,000 acres were destroyed, yet no crater remained!

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LORDS OF THE MAFIA SERIES:COLOMBIAN/LATIN AMERICAN CARTELS

King of Cocaine: Pablo Escobar

The long-time king of the Colombian drug trade, Pablo Escobar was known in Medellin as a robin hood, though his establishment of a drug superhighway into the US caused the deaths of thousands, including judges and politicians.

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LORDS OF THE MAFIA SERIES:RUSSIAN MAFIA

Comrade Gangster: The Russian Mafia

The biggest and most powerful organised crime syndicate since the Cosa Nostra, with a vast network of criminal activity throughout the world and also an alarming amount of military hardware left over from the Cold War – headed by the ruthless Vyacheslav Ivankov.

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LORDS OF THE MAFIA SERIES:THE MAFIA IN ITALY TODAY

The Beast: Toto Riina

Headed by the powerful don nicknamed “the beast”, the mafia of Sicily has once again moved into the big time, supplying its cousins in America with everything from money laundering services to lucrative drug trafficking.

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LORDS OF THE MAFIA SERIES:JAPANESE YAKUZA

The Samurai Mafia

Feared for their ruthlessness and strict codes of violence, the Yazuka of Japan traces their lineage back to the days of samurai warriors who turned to crime. Their “Little Caeser” is the flamboyant Yoshinori Watan-abe.

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LORDS OF THE MAFIA SERIES:CHINESE TRIADS

Black Dragon: The Triads of China

With roots in ancient Chinese dynasties, the triads of today are still secret societies and also among Asia’s most feared criminal organizations, running illegal operations throughout the Pacific Rim

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FLYING SCOTSMANCOMES HOME

Flying Scotsman, the world’s most famous and best loved steam locomotive has been saved for the nation thanks to an emotional campaign by the National Railway Museum.

The historic film charts the return of Flying Scotsman to Yorkshire in the UK to open ‘RAILFEST’ – a nine day festival at the National Railway Museum marking 200 years of the train.

This film also brings to life some of the most dramatic moments in railway history including the debut of Penydarren the world’s first steam locomotive, with a top speed of 4mph, and Stephenson’s Rocket.

It also traces the history of Flying Scotsman, with intimate footage of it’s latest refurbishment and features a special interview with Alan Pegler who first rescued the locomotive from the scrapheap 40 years ago.

As a bonus feature, there are extended interviews with Alan Pegler and rare film of Flying Scotsman under his private ownership, as it steamed across Britain and abroad.

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DYNAMITE CHICKEN(STARRING RICHARD PRYOR)

Dynamite Chicken will be appreciated by those interested in the culmination of the decade of change of the late 1960’s, when a more experimental culture encouraged films like this.

A contemporary probe and commentary on the mores and maladies of the age, with schtick, bits, pieces, girls, some hamburger, a little hair, a lady, some fellas, some religious stuff, and a lot of other things featur-ing contributions from many of the movers and shakers of the peace and love generation of the late 1960’s.

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THE ELVIS PRESLEY STORY

Born to a poor Mississippi family in the heart of the Depression, Elvis had moved to Memphis by his teens, where he absorbed the vibrant melting pot of Southern popular music in the form of blues, country, bluegrass and gospel. After graduating from high school, he became a truck driver, rarely if ever singing in public. Some 1953 and 1954 demos, recorded at the emerging Sun Label in Memphis primarily for Elvis’ own pleasure, helped stir interest on the part of Sun owner Sam Phillips.

Elvis Presley may be the single most important figure in American 20th century popular music. Not neces-sarily the best, and certainly not the most consistent. But no one could argue with the fact that he was the musician most responsible for popularising rock n roll on an international level.

The story of Elvis Presley traces his early years with fascinating detail, film clips, rare early footage and a wealth of photographs are all here on this DVD.

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THE DISCOVERY OF MARILYN MONROE

Marilyn Monroe embodied Hollywood glamour with an unparalleled glow and energy that infatuated the world. Although she was a captivating beauty with voluptuous curves and a generous pout, Marilyn was more than a 50’s sex goddess. Her apparent vulnerability and innocence, in combination with a naïve sensu-ality, has endeared her to global consciousness.

Born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926 in LA, California, and with the identity of her father unde-termined, she was later baptised Norma Jeane Baker after her mother, who had been a film cutter at RKO studios. Psychological problems prevented her mother from keeping the job and she was committed to a mental institution. On June 19, 1942 she wed her 21 year old neighbour Jimmy Dougherty, whom she had been dating for six months. After two years, Jimmy had left to join the Merchant Marines, and Norma Jeane began modelling for popular magazine covers.

By 1946, Norma Jeane had divorced Jimmy and on August 26, 1946 signed her first studio contract with 20th Century Fox. Soon after, Norma dyed her hair blonde and changed her name to Marilyn Monroe (bor-rowing her grandmothers last name). The rest as the say, is history….

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THE JAMES DEAN STORY

Born February 8, 1931 in Marion, Indiana, he was the only child of Winton and Mildred Dean. Winton moved his family to Santa Monica, CA when Dean was six years old.

In July 1940 his mother died of cancer. Her death was a tremendous emotional burden on Dean. His father sent him back to Indiana to live with his sister and brother-in-law. As a high school student, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle with friends and playing guard on the high school basketball team. After graduating in 1949, he left for Los Angeles, entered Santa Monica City College. Soon Dean quit school, living precariously as a parking lot attendant and chasing auditions wherever they were available. In 1951 he left Hollywood for New York. There in 1953 he landed a spot in the Actors Studio run by Lee Strasberg.

Intrigued with fast automobiles, Dean had bought a $6,900 Porsche Spyder. On September 30 he and his mechanic Rolf Wuetherich, were involved in a head-on collision at Paso Robles, CA. The Porsche was crumpled; Rolf suffered a smashed jaw and leg fracture. James Dean, dead at the age of 24, was buried in Fairmount, Indiana on October 8, 1955. Three thousand people attended his funeral. This film traces his life from the early years in Indiana up to his finest hour in the movie ‘Rebel Without A Cause’.

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ANIMAL WORLDCOYOTERED FOX

COYOTEWhat better way to learn about the Coyote than to spend an entire year following a pack of them within their rocky mountain home. From warm summers to harsh winters, watch as they attempt to successfully meet, and survive, the challenges nature can unpredictably offer. You will surely find interest in observing animals that travel in packs, and the hierarchy that inevitably develops.

RED FOxThe wily red fox is both a skilled hunter and a tenacious scavenger. Follow a mother fox as she gives birth to tiny kits in her den, and then raises them and shields them from the dangers of the natural world. Watch the red fox hunt and kill its food. And see what happens when it comes across other predators of its do-main.

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DINGOES

For a study in sheer animal cunning it would be difficult to surpass the Dingo; an animal very similar in appearance to the domestic dog with good reason…the Dingo is the original dog, the first wolf to be do-mesticated from Asia 3,000 years ago and now released for so many generations in Australia that it has returned to wolf-like behaviour.

Rob Bredl examines this killer of the outback to find the truth behind the hype. It successfully hunts kanga-roos as well as running down sheep and cattle. For this reason in the State of Queensland a fence 3000 miles long has been erected to try and keep it out. Most famous for taking and reportedly eating baby Azaria Chamberlain in the late 70’s as portrayed in the Meryl Streep Movie “A Cry In The Dark”. The Dingo has recently started to attack and kill humans again posing clashing cries of destruction and conservation. Rob has his own Dingoes DNA tested for purity and lineage knowing the killer instinct lies deep within.

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ANIMAL WORLDWILD DOGS & IMPALATHE MONGOOSE & THE SNAKE

WILD DOGS AND IMPALAThe Wild Dog is the most successful predator in Africa. Equipped with extraordinary endurance, the animals chase antelope for miles, maintaining speeds of up to 35 miles per hour until they exhaust their prey and make the kill. Still, there are less than 2500 Wild Dogs left in the world and nearly one third of them live in Botswana.

THE MONGOOSE AND THE SNAKEEnormous Cobras and other deadly snakes are a fact of life for the nearly 900,000 people in China. Animal World examines the lives of these snakes in the remaining areas of Indian Wilderness and shows how the natural struggle between predator and prey is an absolutely necessary part of the natural world.

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ANIMAL WORLDORANGUTANS: THE SILENT FOREST KINGSMONKEYS AND APES OF ASIA

ORANGUTANS: THE SILENT FOREST KINGSSwing from tree to tree with the most endangered apes on the planet. Animal World gets up close and per-sonal with these gentle giants for an inside look at their complex behaviour. See how a mother Orangutan protects her baby from the dangers of the forest, and watch as a young male sets out to claim a territory and his mates.

MONKEYS AND APES OF ASIALearn of how the Macaques came to exist in Japan and of the evolvement of their social rituals and survival as deforestation and development threaten their continued existence. Travel to Borneo, the only place where Probiscis Monkeys may be found. These Monkeys, which are one of the most interesting members of the primate world, are also one of the most unusual looking creatures on the planet. The song of the Gibbon echoing through the forest is something you’ll never forget. There are three species of these tree dwelling apes here in Thailand.

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ANIMAL WORLDAQUATIC ANIMALSRAVENOUS REPTILES

AQUATIC ANIMALSFrom hunting to simply surviving the River Otter seems to add a bit of “play” into everything he does. The exotic water dragon and the majestic sandbar deer are just two of the thousands of unique species found in the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar. The water dragon is uniquely adapted to inhabit both land and water. It shares it’s domain with one of nature’s most colourful reptiles, the tokai gecko. Witness the hunt and the kill and encounter the highly endangered North American crocodile.

RAVENOUS REPTILESShare what’s on the menu for Alligators, Lizards and Snakes in this feast of an episode. The Alligator silently stalks the waters of Florida and pounces on its reluctant prey. Accidents often occur when Alliga-tors mistake household pets for prey and find themselves stranded in backyard swimming pools. The Gila Monster, 1 of only 2 venomous lizards known in the world, found in Arizona has the appearance of beads in the colours black, pink, orange and yellow, injects venom through its teeth in the lower jaw into its prey. We also follow the deadly Cobra and Red Tailed Racer hunting for unsuspected prey in the Tropical Rainforests of Thailand.

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ANIMAL WORLDALASKAN BROWN BEARPOLAR BEARS

ALASKAN BROWN BEARThe Brown Bear is the largest terrestial carnivore on earth, and the most widely distributed of all bears. Now with this information, you’d normally think this would be a very successful species, and for thousands of years it was. But today it’s extinct or seriously threatened everywhere in it’s range around the world, except for the most remote and undeveloped regions of wilderness.

POLAR BEARSIn this episode, John will be taking you on an in-depth look at one of the most majestic animals to be found in the arctic – the Polar Bear. With weights in excess of a thousand pounds, heights stretching to twelve feet, upright…one would hardly envision them to be curious and playful. Prepare to be constantly amazed as John unveils many of the unique characteristics and personalities of the Polar Bear.

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ANIMAL WORLDINGENIOUS ANIMAL ADAPTATIONSWILD PLACES

INGENIOUS ANIMAL ADAPTATIONSTake an engaging look at the “Snow Monkeys” otherwise known as the Japanese Macaques, found in the Japanese Alps. Travel to the Californian/Oregon border, to Klamath Basin, get a good look at the beautiful and rare Bald Eagle. You will learn of the eagle’s enormous strength, it’s hunting methods and many other interesting aspects of it’s lifestyle. Take a look at the Great Hornbill’s most unusual feature in its nesting ritual. The female seals herself into a tree hollow for three to four months while her chick incubates and hatches.

WILD PLACESTropical forests are the richest terrestrial ecosystems on earth, containing thousands of species that have yet to be studied, and undoubtedly thousands more remain undiscovered. You will learn of how the Macaques came to exist in Japan, and of the evolvement of their social rituals and survival as deforestation and development threaten their continued existence. Join John Ross as he takes a close-up look at the wide variety of other animals occupying this beautiful, yet sometimes unforgiving North African Country.

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ANIMAL WORLDSPECTACULAR ANIMAL BATTLESANIMALS AND HUMANS

SPECTACULAR ANIMAL BATTLESSee the survival fighting techniques of such animals as the Coyote, Lynx, Polar Bear and Scorpion. Learn more about the unique behaviour of the North American Lynx and their interactions as they play predator to their prey – the Snowshoe Rabbit. The Polar Bear, with weights in excess of a thousand pounds, heights stretching to twelve feet, upright…one would hardly envision them to be curious and playful. You will learn how they survive as predator and prey.

ANIMALS AND HUMANSThe Asian Elephant lives in the protection of national parks and reserves, all across Asia. An alarming de-crease in elephant numbers has occurred due to poaching, habitat destruction and human encroachment. Now some experts say the Asian Elephant is destined for extinction. See the success of the Wolf reintro-ducing program at Yellowstone and the changes that can occur when people become actively involved, and concern themselves with the preciousness of our wildlife.

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ANIMAL WORLDANIMALS OF THE TROPICAL FORESTANIMALS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN PRAIRIES

ANIMALS OF THE TROPICAL FORESTThe tiny mouse deer, the giant spider and the Asian forest scorpion are just a few of the thousands of unique species that exist only in the world’s tropical forest. This ecosystem is one of the oldest and most diverse on the planet, an intricate web of life woven over millions of years. Tropical forests are the richest terrestrial ecosystems on earth, containing thousands of species that have yet to be studied, and undoubt-edly thousands more remain undiscovered.

ANIMALS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN PRAIRIESThe North American Pronghorn – indigenous solely to this continent, and yet, another species whose exist-ence depends on the care and concern of humans. Learn about the birthing and family manners of the Red Fox who mate and split up shortly thereafter. John Ross will take you on a trip to study the behaviour and general lifestyle of the Prairie Falcon. In the Rocky Mountains, Spring is the most important season of all for wildlife. When it arrives, nature works at a furious pace. Bison calves are already moving with the herds and the elk calves are not far behind.

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ANIMAL WORLDRIVER OTTERWOLVERINE

RIVER OTTERThis show is bound to provide a half hour of sheer joy and entertainment as John explores the wondrous and playful world of the River Otter. From hunting to simply surviving the River Otter seems to add a bit of “play” into everything he does. Don’t miss out on this highly entertaining episode.

WOLVERINERavenous, fearless and ferocious; the Wolverine attacks and kills it’s prey with the same determination that it stands up to predators ten times it’s size. Watch the Wolverine face down a pack of wolves and chase a bear up a tree! See the Wolverine on the hunt, chasing and killing it’s quarry with surprising speed.

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ANIMAL WORLDANIMAL GIANTSANIMALS OF MYANMAR

ANIMAL GIANTSJohn Ross pays tribute to the many people involved in studying and saving the populations of white Rhino, Moose, Elephant and Hippo. The White Rhino – one of the world’s many endangered animals, has made a tremendous comeback. The Asian or Indian Elephant once roamed Asia in huge numbers.

ANIMALS OF MYANMARThe exotic water dragon and the majestic sandbar deer are just two of the thousands of unique species found in the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. This nation has a total land area less than the state of Texas, but holds some of the richest reserves of flora and phona in the world today. The water dragon is uniquely adapted to inhabit both land and water. It shares it’s domain with one of natures most colourful reptiles, the tokai gecko.

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DEADLY PREDATORS - 10 DVD BOX SET

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The thrill of the hunt…the excitement of the chase…going in for the kill…it’s all here in Deadly Predators. Experience a close-up, fast paced look at the brutal raw nature of the animal kingdom. Pride Lions, Pack Wolves, Co-bras and Lynx must “Kill and Eat” in the wild to survive. Aired on “Discovery Channel” worldwide.

10 DVD TITLES INCLUDE:

SnakesCrocodilesSharks & Killer WhalesThe Big CatsLizardsSpidersMarsupial CarnivoresUrban Birds Of PreyOcean VenomAustralian Pythons

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THE AMERICAN SPACE ODYSSEY:NASA ANTHOLOGY OF SPACE EXPLORATION

4 DVD BOx SET

VOLUME 1: Starts in 1960 and is the story of the Mercury programme that paved the way for Gemini, Apollo, the Space Shuttles and Skylab missions that will perhaps one day spawn inter-planetary travel for all. In hot pursuit of the Russians who had already put a man into space, NASA launched America’s first man into space, Alan Shepard in Freedom 7 and John Glenn, Friendship 7. The race to the moon was on.

VOLUME 2: The Eagle has landed and America wins the race to put the first man on the moon, watched over by one billion people around the world! However, space travel is not without its problems. The Gemini 8 mission is aborted and a hasty return to earth followed. The Skylab mission shows what the future may hold but not without its own setbacks. It was however the Apollo 13 mission that tempered the glorification of space travel. The real story, that surpasses the gripping tension of the Hollywood blockbuster version, of how human spirit and ingenuity saved the crew and the mission from ending in tragedy.

VOLUME 3: As the 60s ended the Apollo mission programme completes its detailed exploration of the moon, magnificently captured on film. Back on earth it was the Soviet-American space agreement that led to the World’s two ‘super-powers’ collaborating to expedite the exploration of outer space. The beginning of this new exciting era saw the first Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1972. ‘On the Shoulders of Giants’ is a fitting tribute to the Apollo mission programme.

VOLUME 4: is the concluding programme in this series. It reveals the way forward for the future colonisa-tion of outer space in the new millenium with the successful launch of the Space Shuttle programme. The first re-usable fixed-wind spacecraft to go into orbit and the first spacecraft to make its maiden voyage with astronauts onboard! This detailed study of the Space Shuttle programme covers not only its development and first launch but demonstrates the programmes potential in opening new space frontiers.

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SAFARI ADVENTURE - 10 DVD BOX SET

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Safari Adventure takes you on a candid journey from the jungles of Africa to the Yukon Frontier. Shot on location in North & South America, Africa, Japan & India, Wildlife brings you adventure, action and excitement from the most interesting animal habitats in the world! Featured species include: Lions, Elephants, Cheetah, Hippo, White Rhino, Giraffe, Spotted Hyena, Bobcat, Sumatran Tiger and many more! Hosted by John Ross.

10 DVD TITLES INCLUDE:LionsTigersElephantsAfrican LifeSeasonalPredatorsEndangered AnimalsBig CatsAfrican AnimalsAnimal Life

WILDLIFE ADVENTURE - 10 DVD BOX SET

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Wildlife Adventure takes you on a candid journey from the jungles of Africa to the Yukon Frontier. Shot on Location in North & South America, Africa, Japan & India, Wildlife brings you adventure, action, and excite-ment from the most interesting animal habitats in the world! Featured species include: Birds, Eagles, Reptiles, Snakes, Bears, Wolves and Indian Wildlife…plus many more. Hosted by John Ross.

10 DVD TITLES INCLUDE:

BearsHunters Of The SkyWolvesWildlife Of IndiaAnimals At PlaySnakesReptilesStudying AnimalsEarly Life Of AnimalsBirds

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SUBMARINE WARFARE

Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, the Americans unleashed the men of the silent service on the military and merchant fleets of Japan. This unique program compiled from US War Office archive historical film taken aboard the USS Swordfish, Trigga, Sculpon & Southwood while on active combat seek and destroy missions in the Pacific. Capturing the stark reality of deadly games of cat and mouse between predatory submarine and its prey.

BONUS PROGRAMMEThe story of USS Guadalcanal’s, captained by Dan Gallery, remarkablecapture of the U-Boat U505 intact on May 15, 1944 off Bermuda

DVD FEATURESHistory of the SubmarineWWII Operational DutiesWWII Losses

DVD Executive Producers - Kim Lyon & Gary Peet

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VIETNAM1965 - 1969

Direct American involvement in support of the South began in 1955 with the arrival of the first advisors. The first combat troops arrived in 1965 and so began the Vietnam War, the longest and most unpopular war, to date that the American’s have ever fought.

Vietnam, 1965 to 1969 is the remarkable record of the incumbent American Adminstration’s presentation of events to support their cause. A presentation that bore so little resemblance to what most American servicemen endured during their tour of duty, it became inevitable that a nation began questioning the policies and actions of a government they had always trusted and films such as ‘The Deerhunter’ would be perceived as the reality of the Vietnam war and it’s effects on the nation.

Almost 60 000 Americans were killed in combat action but what the war did to Vietnam and to the Viet-namese people was even more drastic. By the time Saigon fell to the invading North Vietnamese forces on April 29, 1975, close to 2 million Vietnamese had died. Countless others perished or disappeared later in Cambodia during the carnage that perpetuated by the Khmer Rouge. PRODUCED FOR DVD BY KIM LYON & GARY PEET

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WAR IN THE PACIFICTHE CHRONICLES OF WORLD WAR II

PACIFIC FIREPOWER:25 days of hell to take Saipan... the US Marine 2nd and 4th plus the US Army’s 27th Infantry. Guam took 17 days of straight air attacks and bombing, paving the way for the massive amphibian landings.

OPERATION CARTWHEEL - The Battle of Rabaul: Having taken Guadalcanal and Papua New Guinea the allies planned a major encirclement of New Britain. The goal: to tie up 100,000 of the enemy and immobilise their usefulness.

WAR IN THE PACIFIC: The official Armed Forces film record of the bloody air, sea and jungle hell that was the Pacific campaign. From December 7th, 1941 to the final surrender aboard the USS Missouri

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THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN

Ths success of Germany’s invasion plan, Sealowe, was based on destroying Britain’s aerial defence. From the occupied airfields of the Netherlands, France & Belgium the hitherto invincible Luftwaffe set forth to smash the RAF who they heavily outnumbered in planes, weaponry and pilots. The incredible story of the Battle of Britiain is told in four unique documentaries:

Frank Capra’s Battle of Brtain made by the US War Department Day of the Eagle, captured Luftwaffe war footage The Battle of London, a propoganda film made by H.M War Office Churchill’s Island, a NFBC docu-mentary released to boost civilia morale amidst the Blitz.

ExTRAS INCLUDE:- Profiles of the Planes & Pilots of the RAF & Luftwaffe- The Blitz- Lest We Forget- Picture Gallery- Scene Selection

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THE A TO Z OF GREAT TRIALS & TRIBULATIONS INTHE DEVELOPMENT OF

BRITISH MILITARY AVIATION

During the early 1900’s, the Royal Aircraft Establishment was created at Farnborough and soon be-came one of the most successful aeronautical research organisations in the world. Some of the greatest advances in aviation technology emanated from its laboratories and workshops, and working alongside the scientists were expert photographers who filmed many of their extraordinary experiments.

This historic footage has been preserved by the Farnborough Air Sciences Trust and features in this first of a series of A to Z guides of the many successful and ground-breaking developments - as well as the not-so-successful trials and tribulations that took place at the Establishment.

DVD BONUS FEATURES- Scene Selection- Farnborough Air Sciences Trust- A rare interview with the famous former test pilot Neville Duke

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THE MEMPHIS BELLEA STORY OF A FLYING FORTRESS

Acknowledged as one of the finest documentaries ever put out by the War Department during World War II, this unique film records the final two missions of the B-17 Flying Fortress, The Memphis Belle as it led a squadron of bombers on daring daylight attacks on Wilhelmshaven and Lorient.

Made by the Photographic Section of the US Eighth Air Force under the supervision of Willian Wyler, The Memphis Belle is dramatic and thrilling, as it records some of the most fantastic missions and action ever seen on film and the factual account of the crew facing the stark reality of executing their orders.

DVD FEATURES:- The 25 Missions- The Crew- Bibliography- Military Honours- As she rests today

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THE BENNY HILL COLLECTION

The unmistakable Benny Hill - One of TV’s best-loved and biggest stars for 35 years. For you to enjoy time and again, this amazing DVD/CD set The Benny Hill Collection features the last recordings and video per-formances of one of the world’s most witty and clever entertainers.The Benny Hill Collection CD contains 14 original songs - 13 of which are previously unreleased - written by Benny Hill and recorded at the famous Abbey Road Studios in London.

CD Tracklisting:(1)Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West) (8)Unlucky Luke(2)Bianca (9)Pepy’s Diary(3)Gypsy Dance (10)Older Women(4)New York Rap (11)Cafe’ Ole(5)Star Names (12)Graffiti(6)Just Wanna Be In Your Band (13)Lifeguards(7)Down On The Farm (14)Go Round Again

The DVD contains 30 minutes of never-before-seen clips,video performances and outtakes, filmed at Para-mount Studios in L.A., capturing this legendary artist doing what he did best!

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EXCAVATING THE BIBLE

Over the past century what was once taken as hard fact regarding people, places and events in the Bible are now being disputed. Today the Bible is being challenged as an accurate reflection of history, the events written on her pages being seen more as a collection of legends, written long after the time traditionally attributed to Biblical events.

Biblical archeologists have come to the Holy Land with the hope of finding clues to unravel preplexing questions about events in the Bible which conceals a potential storehouse of archeological finds, whose discovery could change the way we look at the Bible.

Myth or reality, fact or fiction? Through the excavations at these sites in the Holy Land, archeologists hope to shed light on this disputed issue resolving conflicts between the Bible scholars and historical scientists.

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NOSTRADAMUS

The visions Nostradamus committed to paper have eerily come to resemble major world events like TheFrench Revolution, JFK’s assassination and the attacks of September 11, 2001. This DVD explores Nostradamus’ legacy through extensive interviews with leading Nostradamus expert and best-selling author John Hogue, who describes these chilling prophecies, and which ones have seemingly come true.

Nostradamus’ writings share the screen with dramatic archival footage of the very events that have made the man so fascinating. The warnings he left us hold great relevance today, especially in light of current events such as the waron terror.

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THE LIFE & TIMES OF

JESUS CHRIST

Embark on this revealing look at the life of Jesus Christ. See the historic sites of his life - journey from child to miracle healer. Discover his glory for the first time or the thousandth time!

This journey through time, spirit and faith provides a fascinating look at the life & times of Jesus Christ Featuring recreations of key parts of Christ’s life, and analysis from respected ministers, this riveting DVD documentary provides a compelling tour through the central sites of christianity.

For anyone unfamiliar with Christ, this is the perfect introduction to Jesus’ life and its many incredible stories. For those that know the story well, the life & times of Jesus Christ is a stunning visual document that vividly showcases the setting for his life journey.

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WESTMINISTER - Behind The Closed Doors

What is it like to work in a palace, founded by William The Conqueror, rebuilt in Victorian Gothic splendour in which for 700 years successive Parliaments have met?

Over a period of twelve months Tony Benn, regarded by many as a parliamentary tradition, toured the palace with his camera talking to people who work there and filming places that visitors and most MP’s never see.

Emily Wilding Davidson’s broom cupboard, the hidden corridors, irreverent gargoyles, resident fire-fighters, canteen staff and engineers are among those who feature in this fascinating tour which goes beyond the

ritual and public face we all know to the real work that goes on behind the closed doors of Westminister.

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THE HEALING POWERS OF MASSAGE & MEDITATION

LET MELISSA MORE SHOW YOU HOW…MASSAGE IS THE PERFECT TONIC TO UNWIND AFTER A BUSY DAY IN TODAY’S HECTIC SOCIETY.

THIS DVD WILL TAKE YOU STEP BY STEP THROUGH THE MANY TECHNIQUES, PRINCIPLES AND PRESSURE POINTS OF THE BODY FOR YOU TO BE ABLE TO PERFORM PROFESSIONAL MASSAGES TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS, ASSISTING IN BETTER SLEEP, CALMER THOUGHTS AND A BETTER LIFE STYLE.

INCLUDES MASSAGE FOR FEET & LEGS, UPPER & LOWER BACK, NECK & HEAD.MELISSA THEN GUIDES YOU THROUGH SIMPLE SELF MASSAGE TECHNIQUES AND ExERCISES PROMOTING POSITIVE THINKING AND GENERAL WELLBEING.

FINALLY, MELISSA TEACHES YOU HER 15 MINUTE MEDITATION ROUTINE, THE PERFECT WAY TO START THE DAY.

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CHARTWELL

CHURCHILL ADORED CHARTWELL, A VICTORIAN HOUSE WITH STUNNING VIEWS OVER THE WEALD OF KENT WHICH HE BOUGHT IN 1922, AND WHICH WAS TO REMAIN HIS CHERISHED HOME FOR 40 YEARS. CHURCHILL’S YOUNGEST DAUGHTER, MARY, WAS BORN IN THE WEEK THE FAMILY BOUGHT THE HOUSE, AND FOR THE NExT 17 YEARS SHE LIVED AT CHARTWELL, WATCHING HER FATHER LIVE OUT THE CA-REER WHICH LED TO HIM BECOMING WARTIME PRIME MINISTER IN 1940.

TO PRESENT THIS INTIMATE SOUVENIR, LADY SOAMES RETURNS TO THE ROOMS IN WHICH SO MANYMOMENTOUS DECISIONS OF HER FATHER’S LIFE WERE MADE - THE STUDY, WHERE CHURCHILL WROTE HIS INFLUENTIAL BOOKS AND SPEECHES; THE DINING-ROOM, WHERE HE ENTERTAINED SOME OF THE MOST FAMOUS POLITICIANS, ARTISTS AND CELEBRITIES OF THE CENTURY; AND THE STUDIO AND GAR-DENS, WHERE HE ESCAPED TO REFLECT ON THE GREAT ISSUES OF THE DAY.

ALSO FEATURED ARE SCENES FROM BLENHEIM PALACE IN OxFORDSHIRE, WHERE CHURCHILL WAS BORN, AND NEAR WHICH HE WAS BURIED AFTER HIS DEATH IN 1965.

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THE MYSTICAL POWERS OFCRYSTAL HEALING

CRYSTALS HAVE BEEN OBJECTS OF BEAUTY, FASCINATION AND MYSTERY THROUGHOUT THE AGES AND HAVE THE POWER TO PROTECT, ENHANCE, UPLIFT AND HEAL.

LET MELISSA MORE (HOLISTIC HEALER) TAKE YOU THROUGH THE MAGICAL AND AMAZING POWERS OF CRYSTAL HEALING.THIS DVD WILL SHOW YOU STEP BY STEP HOW TO HEAL NOT ONLY YOURSELF BUT OTHERS TOO.

MELISSA WILL TEACH YOU THE BASICS OF WHICH CRYSTALS RELATE TO WHICH BITS OF THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT AND ExPLAINS THE “HOW’S” AND “WHY’S” OF THIS ANCIENT PRACTICE GIVING YOU THE CONFIDENCE AND SKILLS TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT FOR YOURSELF.

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YORKSHIRE STEAM

JOIN THE STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS OF BRITAIN’S MOST POPULAR HERITAGE RAILWAY FOR A YEAR ON THE LINE WITH THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY.

IT’S EIGHTEEN MILES OF LOCOMOTIVE HEAVEN, RUNNING THROUGH SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE IN BRITAIN. THE LINE’S ALREADY FAMILIAR TO MILLIONS THROUGH HEARTBEAT AND HARRY POTTER - BUT NOW HERE’S A CHANCE TO MEET THE REAL PEOPLE WHO RUN THIS WONDERFUL RAILWAY.

VOLUNTEERS LIKE THE FOOTPLATE CREWS WHO DRIVE THE HEAVY METAL MONSTERS UP AND DOWN THE HILLS OF NORTH YORKSHIRE. THE PERMANENT WAY GANGS WHO BUST A GUT ON THEIR DAY OFF - AND THE CATERING CREW WHO RUN THE RESTAURANT ON WHEELS. THE CLEANERS WHO KEEP THE TRAINS SPOTLESS AND THE QUIET CRAFTSMEN PATIENTLY PRESERVING THE PAST, RESTORING PRICELESS COACHES AND ENGINES.

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THE STORY OF THE FLYING SCOTSMAN

WHEN IT WAS FIRST SHOW ON BRITISH TV, A STEAMY AFFAIR- THE STORY OF THE FLYING SCOTSMAN, CAPTURED THE PUBLIC’S IMAGINATION, RECEIVING WIDE ACCLAIMFROM CRITICS AND VIEWERS.

FORMER BLUE PETER PRESENTER SIMON GROOM SAYS “ A STEAMY AFFAIR TELLSTHE REMARKABLE STORY OF THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS STEAM LOCAMOTIVE WHICH HAS BEEN SAVED FROM THE SCRAP YARD 3 TIMES BY A SUCCESSION OF CHARISMATIC ENTREPRENEURS.THEY TOOK HER TO AMERICA AND AUSTRALIA EVEN TO A FIELD IN DERBYSHIRE!”

A UNIQUE FILM TRACING THE HISTORY OF A NATIONAL ICON: BUILT IN 1923, RESTORED IN1999, FLOATED ON THE STOCK MARKET IN 2002. BREATHTAKING SHOTS OF FLYING SCOTSMAN’SKINGS CROSS TO YORK INAUGRAL RUN AND THE DERBYSHIRE STEAM FAIR - WHERE IT WAS THE STAR ATTRACTION. THE UPDATED DVD ALSO INCLUDES STUNNING FOOTAGE OF SCOTSMAN HAULING THE WORLD’S MOST LUxURIOUS TRAIN - THE ORIENT ExPRESS.

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GARDENS OF THE NATIONAL TRUST

IN THE THIRD OF THIS SPLENDIDLY PRODUCED SERIES,ALAN TITCHMARSH FOLLOWS SIx MORE OF THENATIONAL TRUST’S LOVELIEST GARDENS THROUGHTHE CHANGING SEASONS.

THERE’S THE MAGINIFICENT VICTORIAN SUNKENPARTERRE GARDEN AND FORMAL WILDERNESS WALKSOF BLICKLING HALL IN NORFOLK; HAMPHIRE’SHINTON AMPNER - A PERFECT ExAMPLE OF HOWHORTICULTURAL SKILLS AND DETERMINATION CAN TRIUMPH OVER THE PROBLEMS OF AN ExPOSED SITEAND UNPROMISING SOIL; THE FAMOUS BROAD HANGING TERRACES OF POWISCASTLE IN POWYS AND THE ASTONISHING RHODODENDRONS OF STOURHEADIN WILTSHIRE, WITH ITS MEMORABLE ARCADIAN IMAGES AND GRECIAN SCENES.

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NORTHERN SKIES

FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELTS FOR SOME DIZZY, LOW-LEVEL TRIPS ACROSS THE NORTH OF ENGLAND - SKIMMING THE ROOFS AND BRUSHING THE TREETOPS FOR A FRESH NEW SLANT ON THE PLACES WE THOUGHT WE KNEW SO WELL..

TEN SPECTACULAR AERIAL JOURNEYS INCLUDING : THE YORKSHIRE COAST - THE DALES - THE PEAK DISTRICT LINCOLNSHIRE - WATER - PLACES AND PEOPLE - THE RIVER WHARFECITIES AND TOWNS - A STEAM RAILWAY JOURNEY - THE PENNINE WAY

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THE ESSENTIAL COUNTRYTAMMY WYNETTE

This live concert filmed on location at one of the most unique and exciting locations of its kind. The Cheyenne Saloon and Opera House in the complex known as ‘Church Street Station’ in Orlando, Florida – three levels of hand crafted golden oak reminiscent of the Old West.

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THE ESSENTIAL ROCK ‘N’ ROLLJERRY LEE LEWIS

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1. Welcome To My World2. Another Chance3. Womanhood4. Fairy Tales5. When The Grass Grows Over Me6. Til I Can Make It On My Own7. Your Good Girls Gonna Go Bad

8. D.I.V.O.R.C.E.9. Singing My Song10. Medley: Amazing Grace/I’ll Fly Away/Will The Circle Be Unbroken/I Saw The Light11. Stand By Your Man12. Crying In The Rain


1. Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Star2. If You Want To Be My Woman3. Workin’ Man Blues4. Always Late5. T.B. Blues6. Fulsom Prison Blues7. Footlights8. Big City9. Mama Tried10. Medley: Brain Cloudy Blues/Milk Cow Blues11. Begging To You12. The Bottle Let Me Down13. What Am I Gonna Do (With The Rest Of My Life)

14. Ida Red15. San Antonio Rose16. Corrine Corrina17. Take Me Back To Tulsa18. Faded Love/A Maiden’s Prayer19. Fiddle Breakdown (Instrumental)20. Right Or Wrong21. Ramblin’ Fever22. That’s The Way Love Goes23. Today I Started Loving You Again24. Okie From Muskogee25. The Fightin’ Side Of Me


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OpeningLet GoYou Win AgainLucilleSomewhere Over The RainbowWho’s Gonna Play This Old PianoGreat Balls Of FireOne Of These DaysRockin’ My Life AwayThink About It DarlingWhen I Get My Wings

Middle Age Crazy39 And HoldingSweet Little SixteenYou’re The One Rose Left In My HeartMedley: Whole Lotta Shakin Going On/Good Golly Miss Molly/Tutti FruttiC.C. RiderHigh School HopMeatmanMe And Bobby McgeeJerry’s Close

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WILLIE NELSON & RAY CHARLESAN INTIMATE PERFORMANCE

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LEGENDS OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

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SISTERS ARE DOING IT LIVE

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For the first time together, two dazzling Superstars…Willie Nelson and Ray Charles with a special guest appearance by Jackie King on Guitar. Sit back and enjoy these 13 memorable tracks. Includes rehearsal scenes of Nelson & Charles before the live performance.

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On The Road AgainAlways On My MindAngel EyesSeven Spanish AngelsI Can’t Stop Loving YouGeorgiaMountain Dew

My Window Faces The SouthThere Will Never Be Another YouTo All The Girls I’ve Loved BeforeWithout A SongWho Will Buy My MemoriesWhiskey River

60 minutes of live concert footage recorded at Church Street station, Orlando, Florida. Featuriing Rock N Roll favour-ites; Jerry Lee Lewis, Dee Clark, Lou Christie, The Diamonds and The Juniors

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At The Hop – Danny & The Juniors feat Joe TerryHey Little Girl – Dee ClarkDock Of The Bay – Dee ClarkRaindrops – Dee ClarkLucille – Dee ClarkIt’s Over – Lou ChristieLightning Strikes – Lou ChristieWhy Do Fools Fall In Love – Glenn Stetson & The Original DiamondsSixteen Candles - Glenn Stetson & The Original DiamondsThe Stroll - Glenn Stetson & The Original DiamondsLittle Darlin’ - Glenn Stetson & The Original Diamonds

Let’s Go – Jerry Lee LewisSomewhere Over The Rainbow – Jerry Lee LewisMedley: Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On/Good Golly Miss Molly/Tutti Frutti – Jerry Lee Lewis

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On stage and together for the first time on DVD, watch some of the most significant Motown soloists and vocal girl groups of the sixties live in concert. With sassy vocals, and polished street corner harmo-nies, these Motown divas will take you back with all your favourite songs that paved the way for music as it is today. These sisters are doing it live, bringing those memories rushing back!

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Jimmy Mack – Martha ReevesBye Bye Baby – Mary WellsIko Iko – The Dixie CupsWill You Still Love Me Tomorrow – The ShirellesWhat’s Easy For Two Is So Hard For One – Mary WellsMy Boyfriend’s Back – The AngelsNowhere To Run – Martha ReevesHe’s A Rebel – The CrystalsChapel Of Love – The Dixie Cups

Baby It’s You – The ShirellesHeatwave – Martha ReevesTil – The AngelsMama Said – The ShirellesDa Doo Ron Ron – The CrystalsTwo Lovers – Mary WellsCome And Get These Memories – Martha Reeves Dedicated To The One I Love – The ShirellesYou Beat Me To The Punch – Mary Wells

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STEPHANE GRAPPELLILIVE AT THE WARSAW JAZZ FESTIVAL

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MCCOY TYNERLIVE AT THE WARSAW JAZZ FESTIVAL

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All of Poland anticipated the event: Stephane Grappelli was coming to perform in Warsaw for the first time in his long and illustrious career. It was October 1991, the weather was already cold but the thought of the Maestro actually playing for the citizens of Poland warmed the hearts of jazz enthusiasts throughout the country.

This DVD recorded in October 1991 to a packed out Opera House in Warsaw, concludes with a thunderous ten minute standing ovation. The press confirmed the success of the historic event when they called the concert ‘The Greatest Event In Polish Jazz History’.

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OpeningI Hear MusicAll God’s Children Got RhythmHoneysuckle RoseDo you Know What It Means To Miss New OrleansIt’s You Or No OneIf I Were A BellChicagoNuages/Daphne

La Chanson Des RuesFascinating RhythmThem Their EyesYou Are The Sunshine of My LifeI Won’t DanceOl’ Man RiverSomeone To Watch Over Me/I Got RhythmI Didn’t Know What Time It Was (with special guest McCoy Tyner)How High The Moon (with special guest McCoy Tyner)

Little did McCoy Tyner know in 1959 when he joined the Benny Golson Art Farmer Jazztet that more than 30 years later he would replace Farmer in Warsaw, Poland for a scheduled performance in the Opera House for the Warsaw Jazz Festival. But he did it and it was a rousing success.

McCoy Tyner’s Warsaw appearance is a rare solo performance that allows you to see why the former side man to Ike & Tina Turner has been compared to that of a painter by jazz critic Garry Gibbins. “McCoy paints with the opulence of Africa, the orient and the Middle East, which is why his lustiness is manifested in string dynamics and coloration rather than melody…Tyner can inspire and invigorate”. This McCoy Tyner performance will inspire you.

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OpeningBeautiful LoveSuddenlyGiant StepsDarn That DreamMiss BeaBluesin’ With Bob

You Taught My Heart To SingRhythm-n-ningLady From CaracasMonk’s DreamRioNaima

After years of hype, Ford finally unveiled its brand new motorcar, in true style in a rare one-off music extravaganza aired on CBS Television. Hosted by Bing Crosby and featuring such high profile guests such as Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, Louis Armstrong and a cameo appearance by Bob Hope. This historical performance was watched by over 53 million viewers and introduced the Edsel to a nationwide TV audience. In a rare collaboration, watch these Legendary Crooners perform in the peak of their careers in one of the highest rating and well-regarded shows of its time.

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Jazz - Performed by Bing Crosby & Louis ArmstrongAll The Way - Performed by Frank SinatraLove & Marriage - Performed by Frank SinatraBaby Come Back Home - Performed by Frank SinatraTrue Love - Performed by Bing CrosbySpanish Rose - Performed by Bing CrosbySouth Of The Border - Performed by Frank SinatraI Love Paris - Performed by Bing Crosby & Frank SinatraYou Are My Paradise -Performed by Bing Crosby & Frank SinatraRoad To Morocco - Performed by Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra & Bob Hope

I’ve Lost The Man I’ve Found - Performed by Rosemary ClooneyBa Ba Ba - Performed by Bing CrosbyThe Girl Of My Dreams - Performed by Frank SinatraThese Precious Days - Performed by Bing Crosby & Frank SinatraLand Of My Dreams - Performed by Bing Crosby & Frank SinatraThe Blues - Performed by Frank Sinatra & Louis ArmstrongSunny Side Of The Street - Performed by Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong & Rosemary Clooney

11.12.13.14.15.16.17.

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REGGAE SHOWDOWN SERIESDENNIS BROWN LIVE AT REGGAE CANFEST

One of Jamaica’s most beloved and prolific artists, the late Dennis Brown has left behind a slew of classic songs, a rich musical legacy born of a career than spanned over 30 years.

This DVD presents Brown’s last show on film before his untimely death n 1999 and shows “The Crown Prince of Reggae” at his best, performing one hour of his legendary hits, such as: “Love and Hate”, “Stop Yu Fighting” and many more.Until today, Dennis Brown, whom Bob Marley ecstatically called “the best reggae singer in the world”, remains the only art-ist in Jamaica to have over eighty number one hit songs.

This concert recorded at Reggae Canfest also features performances by Brown’s long-term collaborators Lloyd Parks and We The People Band, Lady Shaw, Admiral Tibbet, Frankie Paul and Conrad Crystal. Lady Shaw counts as the first female Dancehall cat to win a Grammy. She is regarded by many as the reigning queen of the Dancehall in Jamaica and enjoys arguably the most sustained career as a female artist in the industry.

Lloyd Parks and We Are The People Band are world renowned as one of the most versatile and accomplished reggae bands and are celebrating 28 years in the music industry.

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REGGAE SHOWDOWN SERIESSIZZLA & TURBULANCE

Perhaps the most captivating and enigmatic performer to emerge from Jamaica in the last twenty years is Sizzla. But although he is a prolific recording artist, he remains a mysterious figure, having little or no contact with the media. Not wanting to be seen to endorse the industry, he is wary of any involvement with press and promotion – and has granted only a few interviews to date. His rare live appearances are always sold out. With this DVD you get the chance to see one of his most memorable performances to date.

Combined with an electrifying performance by featured artist Turbulance, the ‘High-Priest’ keeps the fires burning with all his crowd-pleasing hits. He has an ability to fuse passionate lyrical styling with deceptively simple rhythms that take in a range of genres from staccato dancehall and gentle roots reggae to surpris-ingly commercial R&B and soul arrangements. Sizzla is all about truth through music. A principle figure in the 90’s roots and culture revolution, he has inspired dispossessed Jamaicans and newcomers to reggae music alike. One dreadlock Rasta is ensuring that the roots and culture legacy lives on.

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REGGAE SHOWDOWN SERIESSHABBA AT SHOWDOWN

During his heyday, Shabba Ranks was arguably the most popular dancehall toaster in the world. He was a massive crossover success in the U.S., thanks to an openly commercial hybrid of reggae and hip-hop, and also to prominent duet partners like Maxi Priest, Johnny Gill and KRS-One. All of this brought him several hit singles and albums on the R&B charts in the early 90’s, and made him the first dancehall artist to win a Grammy.

Ranks’ distinctive, booming growl of a voice earned him many imitators, and his sex-obsessed lyrics – while drawing criticism for their unrelenting ‘slackness’ – made him one of dancehall’s hottest sex symbols. This DVD shows him at the height of his career: in a concert recording from 1990 he performs hit after hit in his typical energetic and colourful style, accompanied by the silky voice of duet partner Krystal. Before his staggering performance, the crowd is heated up by a host of top artists such as Junior Demus, Papa Sam, Ninja Man, Professor Nuts, Admiral Tibet and many more…

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REGGAE SHOWDOWN SERIESGIANTS OF STING

In 1984, Isalah Laing dreamed of producing quality and affordable stage shows. What he least expected was establishing an event that would play an integral role in the history of Jamaica’s music. This event would become known as ‘STING – The Greatest One Night Reggae Show On Earth’, a launching pad for many of Jamaica’s popular entertainers. In its history STING has had out on stage over 500 local artistes, some of whom have become extremely successful, not only on the local scene, but internationally as well.

Some of the artistes are: Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Lady Shaw, Junior Reid, Mr Vegas, Zebra to name a few. This major reggae event has not been limited to the shores of Jamaica. The show has toured Japan, the USA and several Caribbean Islands including: Trinidad, St Lucia and Antigua. This DVD captures ex-cerpts from 2002’s show featuring superb performances by the giants of the dancehall such as Ninja Man, Beenie Man and Bounty Killer. ‘Bring Back The Love!’ This is it!

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THE MOODY BLUES

On September 9th 1992, The Moody Blues once again made rock ‘n’ roll history when they performed their music as it was originally intended, and imagined, live on stage with a symphony orchestra. This historic concert, with the Colorado Sym-phony Orchestra at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado fulfilled a dream. That night The Moody Blues, twenty-five years into their musical odyssey created a moving and inspiring performance of sight and sound.

The Other Side of Red Rocks reveals the essence of The Moody Blues as they prepare for this memorable event. In rare video footage, you’ll witness candid conversation in which The Moody Blues share and reflect about their personal lives, their families, their purpose, their music and song writing experiences, as told by Justin Hayward, John Lodge, Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge and their children.

You’ll go inside the dressing room where you can experience their pre-concert intensity. This unique look into the love and dedication that made the Red Rocks concert a reality will enlighten you for years to come. Their intimate memories and feelings about life together on the road will make you understand why The Moody Blues are and continue to be.

This very Special Collectors Edition DVD features the complete Red Rocks performance of 5 classic Moody Blues songs, live with the Colorado Symphony, previously unseen.

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COUNTRY’S MOST WANTEDTHREE DVD BOX SET

This three DVD box set consists of some of the worlds most prolific country music artists: T. G. Sheppard, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Tanya Tucker, Tom T. Hall, to name a few.

Recorded on location at one of the most unique and exciting locations to be found anywhere: The Cheyenne Saloon and Opera House located in the complex known as ‘Church Street Station’ Orlando Florida, three levels of hand crafted golden oak in a setting reminiscent of the old west.

These live performances are part of a series, which was one of the longest running country TV shows ever shown in the USA, on the well covered Nashville Network in the mid 80’s. It went on to capture a prestigious ACE Award Nomination.

• Advertised on TV - National metro and regional networks, including press in region 4 and screen print.• Over 3 hours packed with all your favourite country artists, singing all your favourite songs.

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COUNTRY’S MOST WANTEDVOLUME ONE

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COUNTRY’S MOST WANTEDVOLUME TWO

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COUNTRY’S MOST WANTEDVOLUME THREE

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1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.12.

Wine Me Up - Faron YoungThe Race Is On - George JonesIt’s A Cheating Situation - Moe BandyNine Pound Hammer - Jimmy DeanBecause I Love You Thats Why - Connie SmithI Thought I Heard You Call My Name - Porter WagonerTil I Can Make It On My Own - Tammy WynetteDeck Of Cards - Tex WilliamsFools - Helen CorneliusHighways - Rex AllenOld Dogs, Children And Watermelon Wine - Tom T. HallYour Good Girls Gonna Go Bad - Tammy Wynette

13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.23.

You’ve Got A Good Love Comin’ - Lee GreenwoodDon’t The Girls All Get Prettier At Closing Time - Mickey GilleyBefore The Next Teardrop Falls - Freddy FenderSan Antonio Stroll - Tanya TuckerLouisiana Saturday Night - Porter WagonerThis Little Girl Of Mine - Faron YoungThe Last Letter - Jimmy DeanDid We Have To Come This Far To Say Goodbye - Connie SmithMarie Laveau - Bobby BareWho’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes - George JonesBehind Closed Doors - Charlie Rich

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.

Queen Of The Silver Dollar - Dave Rowland And SugarBall And Chain - Kathy MatteaGames People Play - Freddy WellerYou Dont Know Me - Mickey GilleyRich Man - Terry GibbsI Keep Coming Back - Razzy BaileyRavishing Ruby - Tom T. HallYou Are So Beautiful - Tanya TuckerNice ‘N Easy - Charlie RichCrying In The Rain - Tammy WynetteI Believe In You - Mel Tillis

12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.

Rodeo Romeo - Moe BandyHey Doll Baby - Sweethearts Of The RodeoThank God For Kids - Eddy RavenSecret Love - Freddy FenderLove Is Fair - Lorrie MorganAngel In Disguise - Earl Thomas ConleyFool’s Gold - Lee GreenwoodI’ve Never Loved Anyone More - Lynn AndersonEl Paso - Ronny RobbinsAmerican Trilogy - The Osmonds

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.12.

If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body - Bellamy BrothersD.I.V.O.R.C.E - Tammy WynetteBaby’s Got Her Blue Jeans On - Mel McdanielHeaded For A Heartache - Gary MorrisTexas (When I Die) - Tanya TuckerLast Cheater’s Waltz - T.G SheppardRuby Don’t Take Your Love To Town - Mel TillisYou’re The Best Break This Old Heart Has Seen - Ed BruceSomeone Is Looking For Someone Like You - Gail DavisWhat She Don’t Know Won’t Hurt Her - Gene WatsonGod Bless The U.S.A - Lee GreenwoodHello Walls - Faron Young

13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.23.

Walk On By - Leroy Van DykeBig Bad John - Jimmy DeanAnother Chance - Tammy WynetteThe Year That Clayton Delaney Died - Tom T. HallA Satisfied Mind - Porter WagonerHe Stopped Loving Her Today - George JonesHarper Valley P.T.A - Jeannie C. RileySmoke! Smoke! Smoke! That Cigarette - Tex WilliamsCool Water - Rex Allen SnrWabash Cannonball - Boxcar WillieDetroit City - Mel Tillis

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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LEGENDSTHREE DVD BOX SET

A three disc special collectors edition DVD box set, featuring some of the greatest Rock ‘N’ Roll music of the 50’s and 60’s. Hosted by Wolfman Jack from Little Darlin’s Rock N Roll Palace in Kissimmee, Florida.

This collection of all your favourite artists include: Jerry Lee Lewis, The Shirelles, Bobby Vee, The Platters, Sam Moore, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, The Coasters - to mention just a few.

A must have for any fan of great Rock ‘N’ Roll music.

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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LEGENDSVOLUME ONE

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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LEGENDSVOLUME TWO

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1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.

Brian Hyland - The Joker Went WildThe Dixie Cups - Chapel Of LoveDel Shannon - RunawayThe Shirelles - Soldier BoyThe Coasters - Yakety YakThe Crickets - Peggy SueThe Platters - Only YouThe Crystals - He’s A RebelRay Peterson - Tell Laura I Love HerThe Diamonds - Little Darlin’Joey Dee & The Starliters - Shout

12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.

Freddy Cannon - Palisades ParkDel Shannon - Keep Searching (Follow The Sun)Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of FireThe Coasters - Charlie BrownThe Comets - Rock Around The ClockThe Platters - Harbour LightsBobby Vee - The Night Has A Thousand EyesThe Shirelles - Baby Its YouThe Original Juniors - Twistin U.S.AFrankie Ford - RobertaJack Scott - Goodbye Baby

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.

Tommy Roe - SheilaDel Shannon - Handy ManJoey Dee & The Starliters - What Kind Of Love Is ThisBrian Hyland - Sealed With A KissBobby Vee - Devil Or AngelTroy Shondell - This TimeFreddy Cannon - Tallahassee LassieTommy Sands - Teenage CrushLou Christie - I’m Gonna Make You MineBuddy Knox - Party DollJohnny Tillotson - Poetry In Motion

12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.

Martha Reeves & The Vandellas - Love Is Like A (Heat Wave)The Coasters - Young BloodThe Dixie Cups - Iko IkoMary Wells - Two LoversLenny Welch - Since I Fell For YouThe Crystals - Da Doo Ron RonThe Jive Five - My True StoryThe Contours - Do You Love MeThe Shirelles - Mama SaidJohnnie & Joe - Over The Mountain, Across The SeaSam Moore - Soul Man

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JAZZ LEGENDSCHARLIE BYRD TRIO

Charlie Byrd (1925 – 1999) is best remembered for the work he did with Stan Getz and for his work with Herb Eillis and Barney Kessei, as The Great Guitars. The significance of those two associations sometimes obscures the remarkably innovative work he did in the late 1950’s and 1960’s with his trio. Although Lau-rindo Almeida preceded him in the use of the concert guitar in a jazz setting,

Byrd’s style and technique seemed a perfect fit for jazz. He brought to the concert guitar both a high degree of sophistication due to his classical training and a kind of down home quality that came through when he played blues and straight ahead jazz.

It was said he could play a Bach Cantata with the same ease as a Gershwin song, but he delivered each in its own unique way.

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JAZZ LEGENDSCHUCK MANGIONE

For four decades, Chucks boundless energy unabashed enthusiasm and pure joy have characterized his love affair with music and the resulting admiration of his audience.

He joined Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, assuming the trumpet chair that had belonged to such great players as Clifford Brown, Lee Morgan and Freddie Hubbard, before going solo and receiving a GRAMMY nomination for Land of Make Believe. His album Feels So Good became a worldwide mega hit thanks to its self-titled single, which features one of the most recognized melodies in the world and he has continued recording and performing music of a standard that has made him an influential contemporary Jazz icon.

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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LEGENDSVOLUME THREE

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.

The Coasters - That Is Rock N RollMartha Reeves & The Vandellas - Jimmy MackDel Shannon - Little Town FlirtThe Tokens - Tonight I Feel LoveThe Angels - TilLou Christie - Rhapsody In The RainMary Wells - What’s Easy For Two Is So Hard For OneBrian Hyland - I’m Afraid To Go HomeThe Platters - The Great PretenderFrankie Ford - AlimonySam Moore - When Something Is Wrong With My Baby

12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.

Tommy Roe - DizzyRoger McGuinn - Mr Tambourine ManJoey Dee & The Starliters - The Peppermint TwistThe Tokens - The Lion Sleeps TonightBobby Lewis - Tossin’ & Turnin’Brian Hyland - Itsy Bitsy Teenie WeenieThe Angels - My Boyfriend’s BackThe Platters - My PrayerThe Crickets - That’ll Be The DayBobby Vee - Take Good Care Of My BabyThe Shirelles - Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow

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JAZZ LEGENDSKENNY DREW TRIO

A talented bop-based pianist, who was somewhat underrated outside of Europe due to his decision to per-manently move to Copenhagen in 1964. He made his recording debut in 1949 with Howard McGhee and in the 1950’s was featured on sessions with a who’w who of jazz, including Charlie Parker, Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Milt Jackson, Buddy DeFranco’s quartet, Dinach Washington, and Buddy Rich (1958).

Drew also led session for Blue Note, Norgan, Pacific Jazz, Riverside and the obscure Judson label before he formed a duo with Niels-Henning Orsted Pederson and with a trio and much demanded session man, worked regularly at the Montmartre.

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JAZZ LEGENDSBEN SIDRAN

Ben Sidran has been a major force in the modern day history of jazz and rock & roll having played keyboards with a produced such artists as Steve Miller, Mose Allison, Blue Mitchell, Dianna Ross, Boz Scaggs, Phil Upchurch, Tony William, Jon Hendricks, Richie Cole and Van Morrison.

It’s been a long and varied journey from playing boogie woogie piano as a six year old in Racine, Wisconsin to growing up to play boogie woogie piano around the world and despite the reality that Sidran is better known in Europe and Japan than in America ‘a fact of life for most jazz musicians; Ben Sidran is an interna-tional superstar.

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JAZZ LEGENDSRICHARD REITER’S CROSSING POINT

Richard Reiter is an acclaimed jazz performer and composer, renowned for improvising exciting solos that are emotional, adventuresome and thoughtfully structured.

Reiter has appear as a guest soloist with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, he was the on-state soloist in Bob Fosse’s Broadway musical ‘Dancin’ and session man for such notables as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nancy Wilson, Johnny Mathis, Linda Hopkins, Temptations and Supremes, Marshall Hawkins, Buck Hill, Jimmy Hopps, Stan Rubin, Joe Carson and Mother Scott. Reiter is listed in the Marquis ‘Who’s Who in Entertainment’.

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THE FRANK SINATRA SHOW

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High Hopes - Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin & Mitzi GaynorDay In Day Out - Frank SinatraTimex AdTogether - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing CrosbyA Hurricane - Mitzi GaynorTalk To Me - Frank Sinatra & Mitzi GaynorCheek To Cheek - Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Mitzi GaynorTimex AdWrap Your Troubles In Dreams - Dean Martin

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Medley: The Good Old Songs/ Down By The Old Mill Stream/ The Old Grey Mare/ That Old Feeling/ Down The Old Ox Road/ Ol’ Rockin’ Chair/ Old Devil Moon/ My Old Flame/ Ol’ Man River - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing CrosbyHigh Hopes - Frank SinatraTimex AdJust One Of Those Things - Frank SinatraAngel Eyes - Frank SinatraThe Lady Is A Tramp - Frank SinatraMedley: Start Off Each Day With A Song/ Inka Dinka Doo/ Bill Bailey, Won’t You Please Come Home - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby

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THE PETER GREEN STORY

“The guitar used to speak for me, but I can’t let it do that for me anymore, I can’t let it break my heart again”. Peter was quoted in Mojo ten years ago but the quote stands firm today in summing up this incredible man and his story.

After replacing the legendary Eric Clapton in John Mayall’s blues breakers, Peter went on to form Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, one of the most successful bands to come out of Britain in the 60’s. Peter’s genius on the guitar was matched by the songs he wrote including Black Magic Woman, later a huge debut hit for Santana, and the supernatural and sublime instrumental Albatross, as well as the classic ‘Oh Well’.

The film will trace that early success, explore Peter’s fragile mental and artistic recovery, his return to the record-ing studio and live music scene in the mid 1990’s that saw his most positive creative output for many years, and will portray an artist who has now come to express his feelings, not just through the guitar music he still loves but also his art and photography.

The film contains extensive and rare archive footage of live and studio performances, stills, and original in depth interviews with Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Mike Vernon (legendary producer of the original Fleetwood Mac Blue Horizons Albums), Martin Celmins (Peters official biographer), Carlos Santana, Jeremy Spencer (the original Fleetwood Mac guitarist), Noel Gallagher and many others who have been fortunate to work with or know the man.

Running Time: Approx 120 mins + 30 mins of extras

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - NORFOLK

A FASCINATING JOURNEY THROUGH THE VILLAGES AND TOWNS, CHURCHES, GREAT HOUSES, SEA-SHORES AND STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE OF NORFOLK. A stylish and evocative presentation exploring the timeless beauty, history and endless fascination of this delightful corner of England.

DVD FEATURES:NORTH NORFOLK - Holt - Melton Constable - The Poppy Line - Weyboure - Sheringham - Cromer - Aylmerton - Hunworth - Burgh Parva - Heydon, Aldborough -Gresham - Stody Blakney - Wells - Fakenham - Walshingham - LetheringsettEAST NORFOLK - Reepham - Aylsham - Cottishall - Caister - Hapsburgh - North Walsham - MundsleyWEST NORFOLK - Sandringham - Dersingham - Hexham - Hunstanton - Titchwell -Brandcaster - HolkhamSOUTH NORFOLK - Swaffham - Thetford - Diss - Harleston - East Dereham - Brooke -Loddon - Reedham - Gt.Yarmouth - Norwich

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - THE NEW FOREST

ORIGINALLY SET ASIDE BY WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR, SPEND A YEAR IN LIFE OF BRITIAN’S FAMOUS ANCIENT FOREST, A VIVID ExPLORATION OF THE WILDLIFE, THE FLORA & FOUNA AND THE PEOPLE OF THIS MUCH LOVED FOREST OF ENGLAND.

Discover the beauty of the forest during the four seasons and explore the heathlands in late summer, purple with heather and haunted by sand lizards warblers.Valley bogs are rich in blue marsh flowers and vivid green mosses. Ponies and deer browse, to be joined in Autumn by the pigs who are put out to eat the wild acorns that are poisonous to the poines and deer.

Forest keepers are filmed through the seasons as they strive to protect the forest environment and it’s

wildlife, nurturing a habitat for plants and animals alike, in defiance of the modern urbanisation.

TRAVEL

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - CHESHIRE

Renowned for it’s tasty cheese, it’s picturesque black & white architecture and it’s ‘Alice In Wonderlands’ connections, Cheshire offers a rich heritage of stately homes, historic towns, attractive gardens and industrial history.

ExPLORING CHESHIRE is a journey to the four corners of the county, the bleak Pennines, the salt town’s of Mid-Cheshire, the Sandstone Ridge and West Cheshire with it’s unique and beautiful city of Chester.

ExPLORING CHESTER is a comprehensive guide to the most complete walled city in Britain.

WORKING THE WEAVER is a journey of discovery of the importance that the River Weaver, a navigable waterway since the early 18th century, has in Cheshire’s great industrial heritage and history.

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - DERBYSHIRE

DISCOVERING ENGLAND - NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

A UNIQUE GUIDE TO THE HIGHLIGHTS AND HIDDEN TREASURES TO BE FOUND IN THE HISTORIC TOWNS, GARDENS AND COUNTRYSIDE OF DERBYSHIRE.

If you are already familiar with Derbyshire then enjoy a keepsake of your visit to revisit time and time agian: or if that pleasure has yet to come then discover what you have been missing and take a journey into the very heart of Derbyshire and discover it’s highlights and many hidden treasures.

DVD FEATURES: Bolsover Castle - Speedwell Cavern - Treak Cliff Cavern - Peveril Castle - Eyam Hall - Chatsworth House -

Cauldwell’s Mill - Riber Wildlife Center - National Tramway Museum - Heights of Abraham - Crich - Matlock Bath - Hardwick Old Hall - Hardwick Park - Midland Railway Centre - Ripley -

JM Nuttall’s of Hartington - Buxton Opera House - Poole’s Cavern & Country Park - Buxton

JOIN US ON AN ENTHRALLING JOURNEY WITH AN ABSORBING AND INFORMATIVECOMMENTARY REVEALING THE HISTORY AND PEACEFUL CHARACTER OF THE COUNTY OF SUFFOLK.

THE SUFFOLK COAST IS A RICH AND VARIED MIxTURE IF INTERNATIONAL CARGOAND FISHING PORTS INTERLACED WITH QUIET SANDY HAVENS AND THE GATEWAYTO THE BROADLANDS. ENJOY A STYLISH AND EVOCATIVE ExPLORATIONTRAVELLING THE LENGTH OF THE SUFFOLK COAST FROM LOWESTOFT TO FELIxSTOWE.

INLAND, HISTORIC TOWNS AND VILLAGES; FROM THE RIVER PORT OF IPSWICH, TOTHE NOBLE HISTORY OF BURY ST. EDMUNDS, THE BEAUTY OF CONSTABLE COUNTRY TO THE HEATHLANDS AND FORESTS THAT STRETCH TO THE BORDERS OFNORFOLK; ARE DISCOVERED WHERE THERE IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT ANDINTRUIGING AROUND EVERY BEND.

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - OxFORD & BATH

WITH IT’S TIMELESS CLOISTERS AND QUADS, IT’S MAGNIFICENT CHURCHES,CHAPELS & LIBRARIES, IT’S TRANQUIL WATER MEADOWS AND PEACEFUL RIVERWALKS, OxFORD HAS INSPIRED COUNTLESS ARTISTS, PHILOSOPHERS AND SCHOLARS,AND HAS BEEN A MAGNET FOR LOVERS OF HISTORY, FINE ARCHITECTURE ANDTRADITION FOR MANY CENTURIES. THIS CONCISE HISTORICAL FILM WILL TAKE THE VIEWER ON A JOURNEY THROUGH ONE OF THE WORLDS MOST FAMOUS & BEAUTIFUL CITIES, UNVEILING MANY OF ITS DELIGHTFUL SECRETS ALONG THE WAY.

A FEW MILES FURTHER AFIELD IS THE HISTORIC TOWN OF BATH, THE MOSTCOMPLETE AND BEST PRESERVED GEORGIAN CITY IN BRITAIN, IT’S SPA WAS USEDBY THE ROMANS, AND THE REMAINS OF THE ROMAN BATHS ARE STILL THERE TO BE SEEN TODAY, BESIDE THE 18TH CENTURY PUMP ROOM - JUST ONE OF THE

MANY SIGHTS TO ENJOY DURING A DAY OUT VISITING BATH

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, THE PAST RUBS SHOULDERS WITH THE PRESENT, WHERENORMAN & PLANTAGENET KINGS HUNTED AND HELD COURT AND ELIZABETHANLANDOWNERS AND STATESMEN BUILT SOME OF THE MOST MAJESTIC CHURCHES TOBE FOUND IN NORTHERN EUROPE; AND IT IS IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE THAT BOTHGEORGE WASHINGTON AND BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, THOSE TWO GREAT ARCHITECTSOF THE MODERN AMERICAN NATION CAN BE TRACED TO THEIR ROOTS.

THOSE WHO HAVE OVER THE CENTURIES ENJOYED THE RICHNESS IF THIS COUNTYKNEW LONG AGO WHAT MANY A MODERN VISITOR HAS SINCE REALISED - THATNORTHAMPTONSHIRE IS A PLACE TO LINGER NOT MERELY PASS THROUGH.

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - SUFFOLK

JOIN US ON AN ENTHRALLING JOURNEY WITH AN ABSORBING AND INFORMATIVECOMMENTARY REVEALING THE HISTORY AND PEACEFUL CHARACTER OF THE COUNTY OF SUFFOLK.

THE SUFFOLK COAST IS A RICH AND VARIED MIxTURE IF INTERNATIONAL CARGOAND FISHING PORTS INTERLACED WITH QUIET SANDY HAVENS AND THE GATEWAYTO THE BROADLANDS. ENJOY A STYLISH AND EVOCATIVE ExPLORATIONTRAVELLING THE LENGTH OF THE SUFFOLK COAST FROM LOWESTOFT TO FELIxSTOWE.

INLAND, HISTORIC TOWNS AND VILLAGES; FROM THE RIVER PORT OF IPSWICH, TOTHE NOBLE HISTORY OF BURY ST. EDMUNDS, THE BEAUTY OF CONSTABLE COUNTRY TO THE HEATHLANDS AND FORESTS THAT STRETCH TO THE BORDERS OFNORFOLK; ARE DISCOVERED WHERE THERE IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT ANDINTRUIGING AROUND EVERY BEND.

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DISCOVERING ENGLAND - THE COTSWOLDS

ExPLORE THE MAGIC & MYSTERY OF AVEBURY & ITS FAMOUS STONE CIRCLE, DISCOVER THE QUAINT & ROMANTIC VILLAGES OF THE COTSWOLDS OR TAKE ASTEP BACK IN TIME TO THE AGE OF STEAM.

JOIN JOHNNY MORRIS ON AN EATING & DRINKING TOUR OF THE COTSWOLDSVISITING IT’S WONDERFULLY DIVERSE PUBS & RESTAURANTS IN WITNEY,EVESHAM, LECHLADE, CHALFORD, EDGE, CHELTENHAM, DIDMARTON, MINETY& MARLBOROUGH.AND AT THE HEART OF THIS PICTURESQUE REGION IS SWINDON, WE DISCOVERSWINDON, PAST & PRESENT, REVEALING THE ORIGINS OF THIS RAILWAY TOWNAND ITS EVOLUTION INTO A LIVELY AND BUSTLING CONTEMPORARY TOWN THAT HASNOT FORGOTTEN IT’S PAST.

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DISCOVER IRELAND

DURING THE COURSE OF ALMOST 3 HOURS WE DISCOVER THE SAINTS AND SCHOLARS, THE MAJESTY OF TARA, JOURNEY THROUGH THE HILLS OF CLARE, THE MAGIC OF THE BLARNEY STONE AND ExPLORE THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES OF KERRY, CONNEMARA AND WICKLOW

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DISCOVER SCOTLAND

DISCOVER SCOTLAND IS A TRULY COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF SCOTLAND PAST AND PRESENT. HEROES AND VILLAINS, VILLAGES, TOWNS AND MAGNIFICENT LANDSCAPES ARE PRESENTED IN ALL THEIR SPLEDNOUR, YET DISCOVER SCOTLAND IS MUCH MORE THAN A MERE PICTURE POSTCARD AS WE TRAVEL ACROSS SCOTLAND ON A VIVID AND INFORMATIVE JOURNEY OF ExPLORATION.

DURING THE COURSE OF ALMOST 3 HOURS WE RELIVE THE COLOURFUL, COMPELLING STORY OF THE BIRTH OF A NATION THAT TAKES US TO THE HEART OF SCOTLAND AND THE ROOTS OF ITS IDENTITY. HIDDEN IN THE MOUNTAINS OF MAJESTY WE DISCOVER THE PLACES, PEOPLE AND EVENTS THAT HAVE ENDOWED THE SCOTS AND THEIR HOMELAND WITH A UNIQUE CHARACTER BEFORE TAKING THE HIGH ROAD FROM THE SHORES OF LOCK LOMOND, THROUGH THE MISTY MOUNTAINS OF SKYE, PAUSING AMIDST THE SPLENDOUR OF DEESIDE, THE GLORIOUS WILDERNESS OF SUTHERLAND TO REACH THE GREAT CITIES OF GLASGOW AND EDINBURGH.

DISCOVER SCOTLAND IS YOU PERSONAL CULTURAL GUIDE THROUGH A TRULY UNIQUE COUNTRY.

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