Documentary Re-Release Update The creators of the 90-minute documentary film TOM DOWD & THE LANGUAGE OF MUSIC have prepared the film for a hi-definition re-remaster and re-release, and have offers to re-distribute the film worldwide. 0000009407 00000 n Ahmet Ertegen. Summaries. He devised various methods for altering sound after the initial recording.[1]. 0000010996 00000 n 0000009847 00000 n This is a great documentary, because in a straightforward manner it tells the story of a great man, Tom Dowd, a recording engineer who worked for Atlantic Records for about 50 years. Phil McGowan (user:PhilyG) 05:36, 3 May 2007 (UTC) Who is Tom Dowd? [5], Dowd helped to shape the artists that he worked with, and because he worked with an array of great artists on some of the world's greatest recordings, Dowd was highly influential in creating the sound of the second half of the 20th Century. 0000010847 00000 n If you Google “incredibly interesting life”, you’ll see a picture of Tom Dowd. Recording engineer Tom Dowd was the secret weapon behind records by Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, John Coltrane, Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd and so many others. Okay, maybe not. Eric Clapton. 0000009259 00000 n The most recent entry in this category enchanted a number of members of 0000001871 00000 n He later was a sergeant in the Army Corps of Engineers working with radiation… In 2003 director Mark Moormann premiered an award-winning documentary about his life entitled Tom Dowd and the Language of Music. 0000009549 00000 n But you don't have to be a fan of Tom Dowd to appreciate this disc. Find Tom Dowd bio, music, credits, awards, & streaming links on AllMusic - A staff engineer at Atlantic Records for over 25… Trailer for the documentary Tom Dowd and the Language of Music. Tom Dowd was an amazing man who led an amazing life, and it is pieced together beautifully in this engaging documentary. 0000002529 00000 n A documentary about Tom Dowd, who was an innovative recording engineer and producer of noted albums with John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Otis Redding, Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers and many others. His research for the military was more advanced than academic courses at that time.[2]. Thomas John Dowd (October 20, 1925 – October 27, 2002) was an American recording engineer and producer for Atlantic Records. 0000009478 00000 n Okay, maybe not. Feature-length documentary. The purpose of the work was unclear until 1945. [3] He was also an employee of Apex Studios in the 1950s. It was he who encouraged Jerry Wexler of Atlantic Records to install an Ampex eight-track recorder, enabling Atlantic to be the first recording company to record using multiple tracks. But you should. The Allman Brothers Band. But you don't have to be a fan of Tom Dowd to appreciate this disc. %PDF-1.3 %���� 0000011668 00000 n 0000009329 00000 n : Interviews. 0000013096 00000 n 0000010517 00000 n Dowd performed nuclear research for the infamous Manhattan Project during World War II. Explore releases from Tom Dowd at Discogs. 0000011318 00000 n 0000011035 00000 n Tom Dowd and the Language of Music premiered at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival. It is currently playing in select movie theatres in the United States. Tom Dowd. This is a great documentary, because in a straightforward manner it tells the story of a great man, Tom Dowd, a recording engineer who worked for Atlantic Records for about 50 years. 0000010627 00000 n Tom Dowd & the Language of Music (2004) Although he's not as well known as many of the musicians whose records he produced, Tom Dowd's influence in the music world is undeniable. Tom Dowd & the Language Of Music profiles the extraordinary life and legendary work of music producer/recording engineer Tom Dowd. A documentary about Tom Dowd, who was an innovative recording engineer and producer of noted albums with John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Otis … The most recent entry in this category enchanted a number of members of Dowd worked as an engineer and producer from the 1940s until the beginning of the 21st century. That is most likely what you saw. 0000004109 00000 n Independent filmmaker Mark Moormann directs the feature-length documentary Tom Dowd … 0000009290 00000 n Tom Dowd & the Language of Music is a documentary profiling the life and work of music producer/recording engineer Tom Dowd. Otis … 0000010698 00000 n The independently produced film debuted at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival and has been screened at festivals around the world since then. A documentary film, Tom Dowd and the Language of Music, which features interviews with Clapton, Charles, producer Phil Ramone, Aretha Franklin and the Allmans, is in the works. 0000004410 00000 n Dowd performed nuclear research for the infamous Manhattan Project during World War II. Mattisse 14:18, 2 November 2006 (UTC) Yes, there is a documentary out called "Tom Dowd and the Language of Music." 0000010556 00000 n 0000002087 00000 n 0000011066 00000 n A look at Tom Dowd and the Language Of Music, the documentary on the man behind the music. Bassist Nathan East on Eric Clapton and "Change the World," Plus, Watch His Documentary ; Tom Dowd Biography by Ron Wynn + Follow Artist. That is most likely what you saw. Wonderful documentary on Tom Dowd, the genius recording engineer, who, while working for Atlantic Records and with (a.o.) Dowd worked on a veritable "who's who" of recordings that encompassed blues, jazz, pop, rock and soul records. 0000017557 00000 n With Ray Charles, John Coltrane, Aretha Franklin, Ginger Baker. 0000003235 00000 n Citation Mark Moormann's documentary Tom Dowd & The Language Of Music provides a lively tour through Dowd's life, and through popular music from the '50s through the '70s. Ray Charles. 0000010099 00000 n Tom Dowd was an amazing man who led an amazing life, and it is pieced together beautifully in this engaging documentary. At age 18, Dowd was drafted into the military with the rank of sergeant. Phil McGowan (user:PhilyG) 05:36, 3 May 2007 (UTC) 0000002507 00000 n 0000011516 00000 n Eric Clapton. 0000009169 00000 n 0000009103 00000 n A lot of the information in this article is similar to that presented in a TV documentary on Tom Dowd shown a little while ago -- maybe PBS? 0000011780 00000 n Mr. Dowd was the lead recording engineer for many famous albums, including those by John Coltrane, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Led Zeppelin, and Derek and the Dominos. Tom Dowd & the Language of Music (2004) Although he's not as well known as many of the musicians whose records he produced, Tom Dowd's influence in the music world is undeniable. Feature-length documentary. Anyone who loves music will find something here to appreciate, whether it's archival footage of Otis Redding, an interview with Eric Clapton, or Dowd's rendition of "I Love a Piano" by Irving Berlin. Tom Dowd was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Find Tom Dowd award information on AllMusic. A film documentary Tom Dowd and The Language of Music September 30, 2004, 7:30pm Shoreline Community College, Room 818 (music building) Every so often a commercial film arrives which shows the magic, art, and science behind what many of us love to do: audio for music. H��U�n�6���I�P$u����X��f�.�P�A�h�I�J���}���IP�Di,���93�ຳ��էO���;`��3��ݒ��3�3iA��ӯВ����/#��hH�����, �� >h �wU�V�ԭ�M�e;]@�I���a�����-{�t@��o. 0000010313 00000 n Shop for Vinyl, CDs and more from Tom Dowd at the Discogs Marketplace. Tom Dowd & the language of music. Zijn innovatieve werkwijze in de studio bestond onder meer uit het gebruik van achtsporenrecorders en zelfgemaakte microfoons. 0000014383 00000 n I thought that I should give a little more info about the Tom Dowd documenatry from yesterdays post. 0000010203 00000 n HOME; THE FILM; THE MAN; CAST & ARTISTS; CREW; CONTACT; Interviews with and/or Appearances by. Dowd graduated from Stuyvesant High School in June 1942 at the age of 16. Tom Dowd studied mathematics and physics at Columbia University, where, from the ages of 16 to 20 he worked on the Manhattan Project. Born in Manhattan, Dowd grew up playing piano, tuba, violin, and string bass. Directed by Mark Moormann. Tom Dowd won a long overdue Grammy Award for Excellence in Music this year. He was one of the prime innovators in music recording. Documentary Re-Release Update The creators of the 90-minute documentary film TOM DOWD & THE LANGUAGE OF MUSIC have prepared the film for a hi-defintion re-remaster and re-release, and have offers to re-distribute the film worldwide. Tom Dowd was born on October 20, 1925 in New York City, New York, USA. H�b```f`�Pg`g``�� Ȁ �,@Q�����G����/h��X�#�����`�º� 89 min), kleur, geluid Aantekening Engels gesproken, Nederlands ondertiteld Bevat ook o.a. Recording Techniques, People Skills, Gear, Recording Spaces, Computers, and DIY. Bobb: I saw the Tom Dowd documentary on Sundance Channel about 2 years ago. The Allman Brothers Band. The independently produced film debuted at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival and has been screened at festivals around the world since then. It was Dowd's idea to cut Ray Charles' recording of "What'd I Say" into two parts and release them as the A-side and B-side of the same single record. Trailer for the documentary Tom Dowd and the Language of Music. ], New York Verschenen 2004 Kenmerken 1 dvd-video (180 min), kleur, geluid, breedbeeld Anyone who loves music will find something here to appreciate, whether it's archival footage of Otis Redding, an interview with Eric Clapton, or Dowd's rendition of "I Love a Piano" by Irving Berlin. Documentary plus Verschenen 2005 Kenmerken 1 dvd-video (ca. Tom Dowd, Soundtrack: Bank Roll. Dowd also played in a band at New York's Columbia University, where he became a conductor. A documentary about Tom Dowd, who was an innovative recording engineer and producer of noted albums with John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Otis … Create a book Download as PDF Printable version. Ray Charles. [2] Dowd planned to obtain a degree in nuclear physics when he completed his work on the Manhattan Project. 0000013041 00000 n 0000009730 00000 n Thomas John "Tom" Dowd (Manhattan (New York), 20 oktober 1925 - Aventura (Florida), 27 oktober 2002) was een Amerikaans geluidstechnicus en muziekproducent.Hij werkte eerst voor Atlantic Records en later zelfstandig. Tom Dowd And The Language Of Music (2004) Still from this documentary. He captured jazz masterpieces by John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Thelonious Monk and Charlie Parker. He died on October 27, 2002 in New York City. Tom Dowd was a musician, engineer, producer, physicist, mathematician, and everyday genius. A man who seemingly fit many lives into one lifetime, Tom Dowd was born on October 20, 1925 in New York City. He was credited with innovating the multitrack recording method. Dowd took a job at a classical music recording studio until he obtained employment at Atlantic Records. Uitgever Palm Pictures [prod. Mattisse 14:18, 2 November 2006 (UTC) Yes, there is a documentary out called "Tom Dowd and the Language of Music." Tom Dowd, as captured in a still from the documentary Tom Dowd and the Language of Music. 0000010918 00000 n Bassist Nathan East on Eric Clapton and "Change the World," Plus, Watch His Documentary ; Tom Dowd Biography by Ron Wynn + Follow Artist. Tom Dowd was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. He was one of the prime innovators in music recording. : Interviews. 0000002990 00000 n It was just after the "Ray" biopic opened and it was fascinating to hear and see the scenes from the film reflecting Ray Charles' early years at Atlantic Records authenticated by Dowd, Ertegun and others. 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A staff engineer at Atlantic Records for over 25 years, Dowd's exploits on behalf of R&B, soul and rock groups are well known, but he also engineered numerous jazz dates by Ornette Coleman, Charles Mingus,… Extensive interviews with the gregarious Dowd and his loving colleagues alternate with amazing archival footage of artists like Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and the Allman Brothers, all of whom Dowd helped make famous. 0000002907 00000 n Tom Dowd, an innovative recording engineer and producer who made noted albums with John Coltrane, ... A documentary, ''Tom Dowd and the Language of … A documentary film, “Tom Dowd and the Language of Music,” which features interviews with Clapton, Charles, producer Phil Ramone, Franklin and the Allmans, is in the works. Recording engineer Tom Dowd was the secret weapon behind records by Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, John Coltrane, Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd and so many others. 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