Opus Jazz (1963)
A documentary portrait of the Kurylewicz Quintet at work in the recording studio, Opus Jazz captures the stop-and-start process of rehearsal before the musicians lock into rhythm and achieve full improvisational flow. Majewski’s film highlights both the discipline and spontaneity of modern jazz in 1960s Poland.
Top Cast
Andrzej Kurylewicz
trumpet
Jan 'Ptaszyn' Wróblewski
tenor saxophone
Wojciech Karolak
piano
Roman Dylag
bass
Andrzej Dąbrowski
percussion
FAQ about Opus Jazz
What is Opus Jazz about?
A documentary portrait of the Kurylewicz Quintet at work in the recording studio, Opus Jazz captures the stop-and-start process of rehearsal before the musicians lock into rhythm and achieve full improvisational flow. Majewski’s film highlights both the discipline and…
When was Opus Jazz released?
Opus Jazz was released in 1963.
What genres does Opus Jazz belong to?
Opus Jazz is categorised as Documentary, Music.
Who stars in Opus Jazz?
The cast of Opus Jazz includes Andrzej Kurylewicz, Jan 'Ptaszyn' Wróblewski, Wojciech Karolak, Roman Dylag, Andrzej Dąbrowski.