2 PROGRAMS OF THE ACCLAIMED AL LIB SERIES ON 1 DVDTrumpet player & Jazz icon Freddie Hubbard is immortalized in this timeless, historic DVD. Freddie Hubbard, known throughout his career as a passionate yet bold and ferocious trumpeter, constantly adapted his playing style with a seemingly effortless poise, creating an individual style replete with a powerful grace.As Seen on TV and hosted by renowned pianist Phil Moore, this special Ad Lib Series DVD captures one of the 20th Century"s greatest Jazzmen. The episodes also feature pianist Billy Childs, and a rhythm section of drummer Stephen Houghton, percussionist Buck Clark, and bassist Larry Klein.The Ad Lib Series, now available on DVD for the first time, is a collection of 46 concert TV programs presenting the best Jazz, Pop and Blues artists showcasing their skills with a Jazz flair. Seen on TV internationally, Ad Lib (filmed in 1980) was the first musical television series recorded in Stereo. Each DVD features 2 episodes of the acclaimed Ad Lib Series.Recently deceased, he will always be remembered as a powerful, hard playing purveyor of Bebop and Hard-Bop. Hubbard is also famous for performing on some of the most influential albums of the post Bop era. Hubbard played the mellophone and trumpet working under local legends Wes and Monk Montgomery, before moving to New York and becoming immersed with some of the city"s finest Jazz musicians, including Philly Joe Jones, Sonny Rollins, Slide Hampton, Eric Dolphy, J. J. Johnson, and Quincy Jones. His recording Ready For Freddie solidified him as one of the most innovative and underrated Jazz trumpet players alive, and it"s follow-up, the critically acclaimed album First Light, not only won him his first Grammy Award, cementing not only his jazz status but also his mainstream appeal. A true Jazz original, Freddie Hubbard created a distinguished legacy with his individual sound that combined technical refinement with unparalleled force, and impressed everyone lucky enough to witness the trumpet icon blow his horn.Song Selection:Episode #40:1. UK 402. One of a Kind3. First Light4. There Is No Greater LoveEpisode #41:1. Love Connection2. Interview3. One of Another Kind4. UK 41Musicians Include:Freddie Hubbard: TrumpetBilly Childs: PianoStephen Houghton: DrumsBuck Clark: PercussionLarry Klein: BassDVD BONUS FEATURES:Freddie Hubbard BiographyAd Lib Highlights Reel (16 min.)Digitally Mastered Audio & VideoDolby Stereo AudioInstant Access SongsDVD Recommendations