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Summary: Sarah McLachlan
Review: I just wanted to highlight that the price advertised for this product is incorrect (I hope!).
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Summary: A bit more than a music video...
Review: Very well photographed and directed, and the sound quality is even better than the CD (I also did not notice any synchronicity problems between the music and the guitar on "Building a Mystery" as another reviewer did--bad DVD, maybe?). What I found fascinating is the interview segment, which covers her start in the business, her formal musical training, her method of composing songs, and a great look at her personality: an intelligent and gifted musician, who is not shy in front of the camera.There's also lyrics, Dolby Surround Sound or stereo, a photo gallery, and a discography. All in all, a good time--if you can't get to her concerts, this is the next best thing!
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Summary: Dizzying........
Review: While Sarah's performance is very good and her band sounds great with a good mix, the editing of this concert almost makes it unwatchable. There are a lot, and I mean a lot, of quick tight shots of Sarah and band members done in a what seems like an edit a second - a real distraction from the music. Note to directors and editors: These are concerts - we the viewers have longer attention spans than your typical 3 minute music video requires. The only thing that saves the video portion of this DVD are the alternate angles provided on 4 songs - allowing the viewer to control what he/she sees. I found this very beneficial. Chose the "wide angle" option and left it there - MUCH BETTER! Felt like I was at an actual concert... too bad the multi-angle wasn't available for the whole show.
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Summary: Mirrorball Magnificent
Review: This is a must have if you're a Sarah McLachlan fan! The intensity and feeling behind every song is amazing. Sarah is truly one of the best performers out there right now. She leaves her heart out on the stage after every song! Buy it today and you won't be sorry!
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Summary: Is she amazing or what?
Review: This woman is talent plus wrapped in a sweet package. I love seeing musicians who are passionate about what they are doing.. Sarah is an artist who absolutely knows how to communicate that in her music and it is evident in this DVD. If you're a fan, this is a must! If you're not, you will be after seeing this. She has this chemistry with her band members that just makes you want to be part of it. If you enjoy music, this is really a kick to watch! I highly recommend this DVD!
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Summary: Growth and Maturity
Review: I first saw Sarah in Vancouver, B.C. when she just released her first album, Touch back in 89/90. It was an outdoor venue at the old Pacific National Exhibition with around 200 people. She was young but her natural presence was already there. Now watching her ten years later on the Mirrorball DVD, I can't help comparing her from ten years ago. Her music and stage presence have obviously matured and the DVD reflects every subtle note and nuance in her performance. The extras on the DVD are also very spectacular, especially the multi-angle footage. It's good to see Ms. McLachlan and the people at BMG/Nettwork have kept up with technology to produce such an interesting and entertaining DVD. Overall, the finest live DVD in the market to date.
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Summary: The magic of Sarah
Review: Buy it, don't hesitate! As a perfectionist, and a guitarist, I was going to be extremely critical of the alleged video/audio synching problems with Building A Mystery. Having now seen this, it really is hardly noticeable and nothing to worry about. Sarah is sexy, sultry, and sweet. Performance by her and the band is superb. Video is at times crisp and clear, but most of the time is 'dulled' (deliberately by producers) This is how they wanted it obviously, but if the quality is possible, why not offer it? It's still fine, I was by no means thinking about it during watching it, but when compared to the video quality in Eagles Hell Freezes Over for example, it's not even close. There's a lot of reverb on guitars and vocals, if your system allows, reduce the effect level. These little things that could have been inproved do not interfere at all with the enjoyment of the DVD. It is an awesome concert and to experience Sarah 'live' in this way is an absolute joy. A permanent smile and joining the crowd's admiration for this talented lady is an experience not to be missed. She is fantastic.
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Summary: Captures Sarah's stage presence magnificently!
Review: I've seen Sarah live three times, first in 1991 or 1992 at a venue in Nashville with only about 250 seats and most recently in the the mid-90's in a hall seating ten times as many. In both places she and her band managed to fully captivate her audience, filling the space available with her glorious voice and melodies, but never overpowering it. This DVD captures her essence completely, especially if you have access to a powerful Dolby 5.1 receiver and good speakers. I could close my eyes and I was simply THERE. A wonderful disc.
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Summary: Excellent Video
Review: I believe this is one of the finest DVD live performance recordings I have ever seen. Exceptionally powerful, and I love the added recording effects for the song "Plenty".
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Summary: My how she has grown!
Review: Great performance! Ms. McLachlan is not only a wonderfully talented singer/songwriter but a stellar performer. Watching this DVD along with her Video Collection DVD, one can see the emerging star develop into the polished performer (for example, the two versions of Building a Mystery). One of my favorite DVDs.
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