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Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park
The Concert in Central Park is a live album by Simon & Garfunkel. On September 19, 1981 the folk-rock duo reunited for a free concert on the Great Lawn of New York's Central Park attended by more than 500,000 people. They released a live album from the concert the following March (Warner Brothers LP 2BSK 3654; CD 3654). It was arranged by Paul Simon and Dave Grusin, and produced by Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel, Phil Ramone and Roy Halee. The concert was also shot on videotape, televised by HBO in 1982, and subsequently released on various home video formats. The VHS and DVD contain two songs that were omitted from the live album: "The Late Great Johnny Ace" and "Late in the Evening (Reprise)". "Johnny Ace" was disrupted by a fan rushing the stage who came very close to attacking Paul. This incident was both frightening and coincidental, as the song is an elegy upon the murder of John Lennon just one year earlier.
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This film captures the legendary reunion concert of Simon & Garfunkel in New York's Central Park. Performing for an estimated half-million people, the duo delivered a career-spanning setlist of their most beloved hits. The concert was a momentous occasion, marking a significant point in their musical journey and celebrating their enduring legacy.
Critical Reception
The concert itself was a massive cultural event, widely praised for its scale and the duo's performance. The film adaptation was generally well-received, appreciated for preserving the magic of the live event and showcasing the timeless appeal of Simon & Garfunkel's music.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its iconic performances of classic hits.
Celebrated as a significant cultural moment and a testament to the duo's enduring popularity.
Commended for capturing the electric atmosphere of a massive live audience.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgia and emotional impact of seeing Simon & Garfunkel perform their beloved songs live in such an iconic setting.
Fun Fact
The concert was organized to raise money for the redevelopment of Central Park and became one of the largest free concerts in history at the time, drawing an estimated crowd of over 500,000 people.
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