2 PROGRAMS OF THE ACCLAIMED AL LIB SERIES ON 1 DVDThis Ad Lib Series DVD features Jazz singer Mark Murphy, who has carved out a legacy as a consummate Jazz Vocalist and Lyricist. He carries the improvisational torch with his masterful scat style, as well as his interpretations of songs from various genres, performed with a Jazz sensibility. Murphy has also penned Vocalese lyrics to the Jazz repertoire, reworking songs such as Oliver Nelson"s Stolen Moments and Red Clay by Freddie Hubbard, amongst others.The DVD equally features renowned studio musicians Pete Candoli & Conte Candoli, who perform selections such as Duke Ellington"s Caravan, as well as Jazz guitar guru Joe Diorio alongside Murphy. Pianists Bill Mays and Ross Tompkins, drummer Chiz Harris, and bass player Monte Budding also perform on this musical DVD that delivers two episodes of exciting and rousing Jazz music from the historic Ad Lib Series.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.Murphy released a few albums, but found genuine success after recording his album Rah. Success from that album earned Murphy a spot with the Jazz elite, but his next release, That"s How I Love the Blues, garnered him a spot on the Jazz Charts, as well as Downbeat Magazine"s New Star of the Year. Mark Murphy has performed many genres, but this DVD, Mark Murphy: Murphy"s Mood¸ showcases his legacy as the most creative Jazz singer of his generation. Having toured the world, wowed audiences & critics, and received a multitude of accolades, Mark Murphy continues to impress to this day with albums and concerts that showcase his lyrical interpretations of Jazz standards, his impromptu scats, and his distinct and artful voice.Song Selection:Episode #45:1. You"ve Proven Your Point performed by Mark Murphy2. Parker"s Mood performed by Mark Murphy3. Moped performed by Pete & Conte Candoli4. Fat"s Blues performed by Pete & Conte Candoli5. Caravan performed by Pete & Conte CandoliEpisode #46:1. Again performed by Mark Murphy2. Farmer"s Market performed by Mark Murphy3. Willow Weep for Me performed by Pete & Conte Candoli4. Echo performed by Pete & Conte Candoli5. Bluin" Boogie performed by Pete & Conte CandoliMusicians Include:Mark Murphy: VocalsBill Mays: PianoMonte Budding: BassChiz Harris: DrumsRoss Tompkins: PianoJoe Diorio: GuitarPete Candoli: TrumpetConte Candoli: TrumpetDVD BONUS FEATURES:Mark Murphy BiographyAd Lib Highlights Reel (16 min.)Digitally Mastered Audio & VideoDolby Stereo AudioInstant Access SongsDVD Recommendations