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A documentary that centers around the dynasty created by the very musical family, the Casadesus'. Robert Casadesus, his wife, Gabby, and son, Jean became arguably the most prolific family of classical pianists in history. Narrated by Jean, this story follows the career of the group as well as their growth as solo performers. Recitals by all three from the BELL TELEPHONE HOUR archives are also included.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Mono - English

Rudolf Nureyev both choreographed and starred in this magical, lavish production of the full-length ballet. After many years of wanting a child, a King and Queen finally are blessed with a baby girl they name Aurora. The joyful parents invite all the fairies to the christening and ask them to bestow good wishes on the new princess. But they have overlooked one fairy: Carabosse -- and she's in a rage over the slight. Nothing will calm her, and she vows that when Aurora is 16, she'll prick her finger on a spindle and die. Only the intervention of the good Lilac Fairy can save the princess. But she hasn't the power to erase Carabosse's evil spell completely. Instead, the Lilac Fairy decrees that Princess Aurora and her court will fall asleep for 100 years... when a prince will awaken her with a kiss. Nureyev's legendary, Emmy-winning performance of Tchaikovsky's ballet is performed with the National Ballet of Canada.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra series takes a close look at some of the best performances by celebrated violinist, Nathan Milstein. Performing works by Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky and others with conductor Walter Hendl, Milstein is seen and heard at his very best in these filmed 1962-1963 recitals.DVD Features:Region (Unknown)Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33

The great violinist, Joseph Szigeti is captured in spectacular form as he interprets a few masterworks from the greats. Beethoven's Violin Concerto (1st Movement), Prokofiev's Violin Sonata No. 2, and Taratini's Concerto In E are all included.DVD Features:Region (Unknown)Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33

A magical tour through the land of flying horses, dancing fish, and tumbling clowns highlights this magnificent production.
Features dazzling sets and a fine musical score that is bound to enchant children and delight ballet lovers.DVD Features:Region (Unknown)Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33

Maya Plisetskaya, prima ballerina of Moscow's Bolshoi Ballet, is the focus of this biographical film. Contains footage of her as a child, shows her career development and features highlights from her greatest roles, including Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Spartacus and Romeo and Juliet.DVD Features:Region (Unknown)Keep CaseSingle Side - Single LayerFull Frame - 1.33

Tchaikovsky's score is brought to life by Maya, who dances the dual role of Odette and Odile in this timeless story of redemption through love. Filmed live at the Bolshoi Theatre.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33

A historic performance by the legendary Galina highlights this lush production of Prokofiev's ever-popular ballet. Zhdanov is the young Romeo to Galina's unforgettable Juliet.DVD Features:Region [unknown]Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33