David Benoit
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Movie - 2015, 2h 15m • as Self
A musical celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Christmas classic. Hosted by Kristen Bell.
Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Dave Koz has been doing his Christmas tour for two decades now with talented friends and collaborators on a tour that brings 24 large production Christmas shows in 30 days! This year it will be the original core of the Dave Koz & Friends Christmas tour with David Benoit, Rick Braun, and Peter White. The CD features guest vocalists: Selina Albright, Javier Colon, Kenny Lattimore, Gabriel Orongo, and Jeffrey Osborne.
Movie - 2009, 2h 15m • as Self
A short documentary about Vince Guaraldi, the composer most well known for his work on several 'Peanuts' animated television specials.
Movie - 1991, 2h 15m • as Keyboards
A strong representation of the current jazz fusion scene got together in july 1991 with this sampling of artists from the GRP label. They included frequent jazz-rock collaborator Ernie Watt, and David Benoit, master of a "jazz-lite" style. But guitarist Lee Ritenour is key man here: he calls most of the shots, and six of the eight pieces are his, including a fine tribute to early inspiration Wes Montgomery on "24th Street Blues." For the most part, easy-going and mellow are the watchwords on this program - not surprising since the players tend to be based in Los Angeles. Ritenour's "Etude" stands out for its creation of atmosphere, and so do Dave Valentin's solo melodic meanderings on a selection of wooden flutes backed by his own vocal effects. All elements considered the bill is a demonstration of top-drawer musicianship, awareness of contemporary styles – and versatility.