THE IDEALIST:
A POV documentary exploring the life and work of James Beveridge, an idealist who never let go of his dreams. Co-founder of the National Film Board of Canada, Beveridge was a disciple of John Grierson – making films with a political purpose to provoke social change.
He was an inspirational mentor to many, but often ignored and abandoned his family. His daughter Nina retraces the steps of his complex career, wondering if it was worth the collateral damage.(76 minutes)
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MUSIC OF NORTH INDIA SERIES: BHIMSEN JOSHI
Explores the relationship of spiritualism and tradition with the music of legendary classical singer Bhim Sen Joshi – as he sings a famous raga associated with the rainy season, a song of devotion and a song of passion
The Music of North India series were transferred from the original 16 mm prints. This historic documentary series captures some of India’s greatest classical music masters in the prime of their careers. Directed, written and narrated by James Beveridge. Edited by Margaret Beveridge. (29.30 min)
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MUSIC OF NORTH INDIA SERIES:PANDIT JASRAJ
Presents the teaching methods of Classical Singer Pandit Jasraj and explains the ancient form of the Indian Raga through Jasraj’s teaching and a masterful on stage vocal performance.
The Music of North India series were transferred from the original 16 mm prints. This historic documentary series captures some of India’s greatest classical music masters in the prime of their careers. Directed, written and narrated byJames Beveridge. Edited by Margaret Beveridge.(29.30 min)
$14.95 – TO ADD TO CART SELECT REGION
MUSIC OF NORTH INDIA SERIES:AMJAD ALI KHAN
This was the first film made about the world renowned sarod maestro, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and explores his role as a teacher in New Delhi and performer in the sumptuous palace of Gwalior.
The Music of North India series were transferred from the original 16 mm prints. This historic documentary series captures some of India’s greatest classical music masters in the prime of their careers. Directed,written and narrated by James Beveridge. Edited by Margaret Beveridge. (30 min)
$14.95 – TO ADD TO CART SELECT REGION
MUSIC OF NORTH INDIA SERIES:SPECIAL 4 – PACK COMBO!
Purchase all 3 available films from the Music of North India series (including Bhimsen Joshi, Pandit Jasraj and Amjad Ali Khan) and “The Idealist – James Beveridge, Film Guru” to learn about the incredible life and career of the Music of North India series Director -Filmmaker and Film Educator, James Beveridge.
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