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(More customer reviews)This 8-DVD box set, compiled by Time-Life Books and the folks at the Grand Ole Opry, collects 120 video performances by many of the greatest country musicians of the 1950s, '60s and '70s. Each disc includes fifteen live performances (and no lip-syncing, as far as I can tell...) along with bonus features such as interviews with various Opry veterans. The material is drawn from old Opry TV broadcasts and other venues such as "The Bobby Lord Show" and other, long-forgotten shows that were the country equivalents of "Soul Train" and "American Bandstand." The video quality is very good and the sound quality is excellent -- it's a chance to see stars such as Bill Anderson, Patsy Cline, George Jones, Loretta Lynn, Barbara Mandrell, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Webb Pierce, Ray Price, Porter Wagoner, Tammy Wynette and many, many others playing at the peak of their powers. In many cases they were also at the start of their careers, and just starting to learn the ropes. The set also includes a surprisingly strong representation of lesser-known artists, folks like Bill Phillips, Jeannie Seely, Jeannie Pruett and others, great singers who were hitmakers many years ago, but are remembered only by a few fans today. This is a marvelous collection that truly honors the history of country music (and of the Nashville music business) without cutting corners or playing it safe. The discs also are offered individually, organized by themes that are actually quite useful. Some of the most rewarding volumes are the "Pioneers" set, "Queens Of Country" and the "Duets" disc, which features many gems, among them a bluesy performance from Patsy Cline, who sang with other artists live, but never actually recorded any duets on record.
If you want a fun, high-class collection that shows many of the biggest stars in Nashville playing real, honest country music, this collection is a true gift. Highly recommended! (DJ Joe Sixpack / Slipcue music reviews)
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Opry Video Classics features the biggest names in country musicfrom the 50s, 60s and 70s, performing their biggest hits LIVE.It s the most comprehensive collection of live Grand Ole Opryperformances ever assembled on DVD, from Ernest Tubb toDolly Parton, Johnny Cash to Loretta Lynn, George Jones toTammy Wynette, Hank Snow to Patsy Cline and many more.Time Life and the Grand Ole Opry are proud to partner on this 8-DVDbox set. We re unlocking a treasure-trove of classic country musicfor the first time with the amazing release of these vintage concerts,filmed live on-stage at the mother church of country music, theRyman Auditorium. Just like a front row seat, this ultimate concertwill surely be a country music fan s dream come
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