Live Art | 
 enlarge | Artist: Bela Fleck & The Flecktones
Label: Warner Bros / Wea
Category: Music
List Price: $19.98
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Rating:  67 reviews
Sales Rank: 5803
Format: Live
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 46247
UPC: 093624624721
EAN: 0093624624721
ASIN: B000002N7R
Release Date: September 10, 1996
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| Tracks:
Disc 1
| • | Intro - Bela Fleck, | | • | New South Africa | | • | Stomping Grounds | | • | Lochs of Dread - Bela Fleck, Douglas, Jerry | | • | Bigfoot | | • | Far East Medley: Dreaming in the Gobi/Lawiswis Kawayan/Arrirang - Bela Fleck, Traditional | | • | Flying Saucer Dudes | | • | UFO Tofu | | • | Libation, the Water Ritual (Interlude) - Bela Fleck, Future Man | | • | Vix 9 - Bela Fleck, Wooten, Victor Lemo | | • | The Message |
Disc 2
| • | Improv/Amazing Grace - Bela Fleck, Traditional | | • | Shubbee's Doobie - Bela Fleck, Bush, Sam | | • | Oh! Darling - Bela Fleck, Lennon, John | | • | Blu-Bop | | • | Sunset Road | | • | More Luv - Bela Fleck, Wooten, Victor Lemo | | • | Early Reflection/Bach/The Ballad of Jed Clampett | | • | Cheeseballs in Cowtown | | • | Sinister Minister | | • | Flight of the Cosmic Hippo |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com essential recording
Something of a retrospective, Live Art is a treat for both newcomers and aficionados of the eye-popping artistry that is Bela Fleck, not to mention his more-than-capable partners in crime, bassist Victor Wooten and percussionist (well, it's not exactly a drum set he plays) Future Man. This two-disc set features live performances spanning a four-year period, with several guest appearances: Branford Marsalis sits in on "Flying Saucer Dudes," Chick Corea is featured on "The Message," and Bruce Hornsby appears on "More Luv." Several never-before-recorded songs appear here as well--the Scottish-inflected "Lochs of Dread," among others. Favorites like "Flight of the Cosmic Hippo," "UFO Tofu," and "Sinister Minister" are here as well, making this a well-rounded, enjoyable collection for any Fleck fan. Jazz? Folk? Bluegrass? Who knows, but whatever it is, it's well worth hearing. --Genevieve Williams
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| Customer Reviews:
 Disappointed November 26, 2008
D. R. Davidson (Southern IN)
I had heard some Bela Fleck at a friends house, playing in the background as we played cards. Not even sure what the album was, but I like the banjo and what I heard was pretty darn good.
I bought this thinking it was a 2-disk collection of more banjo, after listening to both CD's several times, I've put the disks on that special shelf with all the other stuff I will never listen to again. Too much "improv" - apparently to show the listeners just how good they are with their instruments. Can't dispute that; all of the musicians are at the top of their game, their competence is without question, but there is not a single "tune" on either of these CD's that I found the least bit interesting. Since this is the only 2-star review out of more than 60 reviews, maybe I'm just not "cool" enough to appreciate this kind of music. Yes, I was disappointed.
Live Art is Lively and Lovely July 3, 2007
Frederick Bott (New Orleans)
I expected to like this one, but I was truly pleased at how much I do. Heretofore my favorites have been UFO TOFU and Perpetual Motion, but Live Art is now my 3rd equal favorite. Its variety and numbers which allow the world's foremost banjo artist to display his own compositions and phenominal skill are a delight.
Bluegrass Fusion June 12, 2007
James R. Hunter (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
I first discovered Bela Fleck when he was just a bluegrass virtuoso, but now with this live album of the best of the music with the Flecktones, he's so much more. Bringing bluegrass and jazz together is genius and doing so with the humor of many of the pieces just adds to the mix. Most important, none of the virtuosity of his or any of his bandmates has been lost. Great album.
Live Art May 31, 2007
CNT (Chicago for now)
The title about says it all. Just a wonderful experience to listen to.
Players from the highest realm February 12, 2007
Gordo (Chicago)
This album is INCREDIBLE. Start to finish, Bela & Company absolutely blow me away and make me realize that, as a musician, I will never reach the ability of the best I've ever heard. They, to me, are simply the best. And don't be shyed away by this praise, the music does not suffer because of their talent. Every song is original and the melodies are gorgeous. They showcase their genious on these two discs and this is a timeless classic for any bluegrass, jazz, classical, or rock fan. As close to perfect as an album gets.
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