- Language English
- Classification: Exempt
- Studio: Universal
- VHS Release Date: 30 Oct 2000
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004YA9C
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 23,073 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is a recording of Michael singing some of his own personal favourite songs in the intimate setting of the Cafe de Paris. As usual, Michael is in great voice, and his rendition of one of my all time favourite songs, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face is absolutely wonderful. There are songs we haven't heard Michael sing before, new songs, written for, and by him, and old favourites too. Even the musicals section has new songs. Michael's interpretation of No Matter What from Whistle Down The Wind is better than I have ever heard! My only criticism isn't about Michael at all, but about the actual filming. If I buy a dvd of Michael Ball, then it is him I want to see, and not some unnamed,female string player, who the camera man showed for more time than he did Michael, which does mar the enjoyment somewhat! But apart from that, the musical content makes it a very worthwhile buy! The additional insight into Michael's promotional trip to USA is fun to watch, and the musical accompaniment to the shots is great.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Just like the album of the same name and bearing many of the songs from that collection of new country music, this concert performance grows on you. As usual, it showcases Mr. Ball's lively and engaging concert stage presence, although this time the songs are rendered in the more intimate atmosphere of the Cafe de Paris in London. The focus is on his new album of new songs like "You Bring the Best Out of Me", a new Ball composition called "Never Coming Back" together with cover versions of " The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", "If Tommorrow Never Comes", "Greatest Man I Never Knew" and even "No Matter What". It is Michael's singing versatility ( and wonderful vocal range) which allows him to sing ballads and pop songs, musical theatre hits, as well as rock and roll oldies and provides his audience with a very entertaining evening. The DVD gives you a close-up view of this small stage concert - and is infectious enough that you feel like clapping together with his audience in a cabaret atmosphere, as he sings one wonderful song after another!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
As good as the album is, the live vid is even better - ...There's more upbeat music, with a Rock'n'Roll medley and a superb rendition of Elvis Presley's "If I Can Dream" to round off the evening, plus snippets from Michael's trip to America. A must for all those who love this genre of music, not just the die-hard fans.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Barbara's favorite
My wife Barbara loves Michael Ball ever since Les Miserables. We are going to see him in Sweeney Todd. I would put this DVD #2 after Les Miserables. I wish Hairspray was on DVD.
Published 5 months ago by Pierre Espenan
Best pleased
This selection of diverse songs is the best. Michael is relaxed and comfortable with each song he delivers. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Happy Chappy
michael ball this time it's personal
as i am unable to purchase michael ball cd's or dvd's in australia i appreciate anything and everything i have bought from amazon. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Moya Spurr
Michael at his Best
This is one terrific video of Michael performing at the Café de Paris in London's WestEnd. As well as singing most of the songs from the CD, he performs a rock'n'roll medley... Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2001
A fairly good concert
This is a very enjoyable concert set in an intimate setting. The choice of music is from his latest album mixed with old favourites from musicals etc. Read more
Published on 8 Jun 2001
Very personal
This was recorded in front of a very small group of people on a single night in London last year.
It gives the impression of a very small club - very intimate atmosphere, but WE... Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2001 by margaretdb@hotmail.com
Ace! - I was at the concert!
I was lucky enough to be invited to this very special night and all that I can say was that it was an amazing concert - both for Michael, his band and the very lucky members of the... Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2000
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