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Bill Bailey joins forces with composer Anne Dudley and the BBC Concert Orchestra for an evening of music and comedy in this BBC special. Using both contemporary and classical references, Bill explains, in his unique way, the nuances of how the orchestra works and the lesser-known influences of various classical composers. Also included are some of his own original works, arranged and performed by himself and the orchestra under the guidance of musical maestro Anne Dudley.
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118 of 120 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Bill Bailey has carved himself a niche as a comedian with a brain and a love for music. His stage shows see him mix a rambling style of stand up mixed with musical comedy. It's during these musical monologues that Bailey really shines and his oddball genius can best be seen. So it is a great idea to have him take over the Albert hall and take his lunacy to a new level with a full symphony orchestra in tow. Rather than stretching his ideas too thinly, writ large they seem to take on a new lease of life and he appears more of a potty genius that the spaced out hippy he seems on tour.
At the beginning it appears as if this is going to be a modern 'Peter & the wolf' or 'Carnival of the animals' as he takes a brief look at various instruments but once he plays a rather spooky tribute to jellyfish on a theremin alongside the orchestra he begins to inject his own brand of humour onto proceedings and so it is that we get to enjoy cockney music's influence upon classical music,( the full orchestra going hell for leather on 'William Tell' with cockney interludes & bailey playing the spoons is good fun), a breakdown of 70's US cop show music is a little overlong but funny nonetheless, a jazz reading of the Dr.Who theme music is inspired! He also does a war of the worlds style re-take of his potty piece 'insect nation'.
There is a very gentle pace and humour here which is relaxing, entertaining & still very funny. If you are a fan of his then Bill Bailey will make you laugh once again with this very enjoyable concert. It has a very professional feel to it and goes a long way to spotlighting a very individual and funny entertainer.
At the beginning it appears as if this is going to be a modern 'Peter & the wolf' or 'Carnival of the animals' as he takes a brief look at various instruments but once he plays a rather spooky tribute to jellyfish on a theremin alongside the orchestra he begins to inject his own brand of humour onto proceedings and so it is that we get to enjoy cockney music's influence upon classical music,( the full orchestra going hell for leather on 'William Tell' with cockney interludes & bailey playing the spoons is good fun), a breakdown of 70's US cop show music is a little overlong but funny nonetheless, a jazz reading of the Dr.Who theme music is inspired! He also does a war of the worlds style re-take of his potty piece 'insect nation'.
There is a very gentle pace and humour here which is relaxing, entertaining & still very funny. If you are a fan of his then Bill Bailey will make you laugh once again with this very enjoyable concert. It has a very professional feel to it and goes a long way to spotlighting a very individual and funny entertainer.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Anna Heelas
Format:DVD
Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to the Orchestra is fun and entertaining. I love this performance by Bill Bailey and I love his previous shows(which are also on dvd). But I am finding this dvd difficult to review because although Bill Bailey's fantasticly wierd sense of humour is portrayed throughout the performace, it doesn't dominate this particular show in the way that it does in his other routines. This performance shows off all the wonderful sounds and noises that a live orchestra can produce, alongside Bill's funny comments and quirky stories. At times, Bill joins in with some of his own music. You needn't be a huge fan of classical music to enjoy this amusing and fascinating performance. It is a light and funny show.
Bill does add to some of his previous songs and themes in this new dvd, which I found even more enjoyable when they are sung and played alongside the orchestra. He also speaks about new themes and ideas, mostly connected (in some way, no matter how strange) to the individual sounds of classical music. If you are looking for a stand up comedy routine full of new material, then this is not for you. This is a light, funny show fronted by Bill Bailey (and his mad sense of humour) alongside an award winning classical orchestra.
I love this dvd and highly reccommend it. No matter how many times I watch it, I find myself chuckling and feeling fascinated at the same time. But before you see Bill Bailey's picture and buy this dvd before you can blink, consider the title - don't expect another wierd and wonderful stand up routine. Instead, expect a wierd and wonderful commentry to strange sounds and marvellous music played by a classical orchestra.
Lots of comedians have recently released new dvds, but this one by Bill Bailey is totally unique and pure genius!
Bill does add to some of his previous songs and themes in this new dvd, which I found even more enjoyable when they are sung and played alongside the orchestra. He also speaks about new themes and ideas, mostly connected (in some way, no matter how strange) to the individual sounds of classical music. If you are looking for a stand up comedy routine full of new material, then this is not for you. This is a light, funny show fronted by Bill Bailey (and his mad sense of humour) alongside an award winning classical orchestra.
I love this dvd and highly reccommend it. No matter how many times I watch it, I find myself chuckling and feeling fascinated at the same time. But before you see Bill Bailey's picture and buy this dvd before you can blink, consider the title - don't expect another wierd and wonderful stand up routine. Instead, expect a wierd and wonderful commentry to strange sounds and marvellous music played by a classical orchestra.
Lots of comedians have recently released new dvds, but this one by Bill Bailey is totally unique and pure genius!
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By Buzzinko
Format:DVD
Recorded at the Royal Albert Hall, this is a great fun DVD that you can show to all the family, to any age group from 9 to 99 years. Educational, witty and funny, with great music, this is a true Bill Bailey's classic masterpiece.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
The Magical Bill Bailey
It's the perfect guide to the orchestra : full of essential information made amusing as only Bill Bailey can do. It should be part of the school curriculum. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Hank
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely brilliant!
Couldn't recommend this DVD highly enough... The highlight for me is "The Swan" performed on the cow bells - I just wish I could remember who originally performed it on the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by 2shydancers
2.0 out of 5 stars
BILL BAILEY GUIDE TO THE ORCHESTRA
Bill Bailey, guide to the orchestra dvd was not my favorite dvd i have seen him do a lot better. A very talented musician.This item was puchased from amazon.
Published 2 months ago by mr robert howes
2.0 out of 5 stars
Bill Baileys remarkable guide to the orchestra
Not what we expected. Did not feel that it matched the description on the web site or on the cover.
Published 3 months ago by Margaret
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exceptionally interesting
I bought this for both sets of grandchildren, who are all musical, and it gave them a humorous insight into the orchestra.
Published 4 months ago by Sue Hepworth
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent service
it came at exactly the right time. i even got sms updates as to the driver's name and where he was and how long it would take him! amazing!
Published 4 months ago by Mihika
4.0 out of 5 stars
Clever guy
Bill Bailey is a gifted musician and very quick witted. A good Christmas Present if you like his humour and music.
Published 5 months ago by Peter Atkin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bill Bailey at his best!
This has to be some of Bill Bailey’s best work. It's just so funny! His comic timing and delivery are spot on and his musicianship is first class. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. B. Hayes
5.0 out of 5 stars
Remarkable
Whether you understand how an orchestra works or not, this is a great film. Funny & informative this should be required viewing for all.
Published 8 months ago by philarelli
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not as expected from Mr Bailey
Having seen Bill Bailey live and watched most of his DVD material previously I was expecting great things from this offering. Read more
Published 8 months ago by MR GH BUTSON
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