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Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis Play the Music of Ray Charles
First aired on Oct 20, 2009
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Recorded Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center s Frederick P. Rose Hall on February 10, 2009. Once in a while the stars align and something magical happens...as on the night Jazz at Lincoln Center presented a salute to the late, great bluesman, Ray Charles. Two musical iconoclasts, Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis, along with the stunning songstress Norah Jones, collectively brought their unique musical perspective to the legendary artist s hits such as Hallelujah I Love Her So, Hit the Road Jack, and Unchain My Heart. The evening s musicians are supported by insightful and vibrant performances from saxaphonist Walter Blanding, pianist Dan Nimmer, bassist Carlos Henriquez, drummer Ali Jackson, and harmonica great Mickey Raphael.

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Willie Nelson | Himself - Vocals and Acoustic Guitar
Wynton Marsalis | Himself - Trumpet and Vocals
Norah Jones | Herself - Vocals
Mickey Raphael | Himself - Harmonica
Dan Nimmer | Himself - Piano
Carlos Enriquez | Himself - Bass
Featured Crew
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Brad Fuss | Executive Producer
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James Ackerman | Executive Producer
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Evan Haiman | Executive Producer
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Brad Fuss | Director
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Brad Mackie | Director of Photography
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Ray Volkema | Editor