Bobby McFerrin
Robert Keith McFerrin Jr. (born March 11, 1950) is an American jazz vocalist. He is known for his vocal techniques, such as singing fluidly but with quick and considerable jumps in pitch—for example, sustaining a melody while also rapidly alternating with arpeggios and harmonies—as well as scat singing, polyphonic overtone singing, and improvisational vocal percussion. He is widely known for performing and recording regularly as an unaccompanied solo vocal artist. He has frequently collaborated with other artists from both the jazz and classical scenes. McFerrin's song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" was a No. 1 U.S. pop hit in 1988 and won Song of the Year and Record of the Year honors at the 1989 Grammy Awards. McFerrin has also worked in collaboration with instrumentalists, including pianists Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Joe Zawinul, drummer Tony Williams, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. He is the father of musicians Taylor McFerrin and Madison McFerrin.
Son of the Pink Panther
as Self (uncredited)The illegitimate son of Inspector Clouseau is on the case of the kidnapped Princess Yasmin.
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Alive Inside
as uncreditedFive million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease and dementia—many of them alone in...
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The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble
as SelfFollow several talented members of the ensemble as they gather in locations across the world,...
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Bobby McFerrin - Live in Montreal
as HimselfThis is dvd is a full unedited concert held at a Jazz Festival in Montreal. It features mostly...
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The Wizard of Oz on Ice
as Host / The Wizard of OzAn ice-skating television adaptation of the 1939 musical film based on Lyman Frank Baum's 1900...
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For Our Children
as SelfBenefit concert with an incredible group of stars and musicians.
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Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories
as Vocalist (voice)Two tall tales based on Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories; featuring a Parsee man seeking for...
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Simply Mad About the Mouse
as SelfSimply Mad About the Mouse collects affectionate tributes to Disney's songs from artists like...
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A Beverly Hills Christmas
as SelfAn evening of Christmas music from stars living in Beverly Hills, California.
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Creating The Wizard of Oz on Ice
as HimselfBehind the scenes in the making of “The Wizard of Oz on Ice”.
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Chick Corea Rendezvous in New York - Chick Corea & Bobby McFerrin Duet
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as uncreditedArt, a young boy, joyfully draws SCRIBBLES that SQUIGGLE, SPLOTCHES with BLOTCHES, ZIGS and...
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Bobby McFerrin: Try This at Home
as HimselfRecorded at the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis in September 1999.
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What Would Beethoven Do?
as SelfClassical music doesn’t exactly have a reputation for being hip. For too long it’s been seen as...
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Live at Munich Summer Piano Festiva
as uncredited'Münchner Klaviersommer' was an annual concerts series that took place from 1981 to 1998 in...
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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as SelfThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight...
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Great Performances
as Self - HostThe best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse...
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Saturday Night Live
as Self - Musical GuestA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...
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The Jim Henson Hour
as HimselfThe Jim Henson Hour was developed as a showcase for the Jim Henson Company's various puppet...
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Masterclass
as SelfMasterClass is a documentary television series airing on HBO. Each half-hour episode documents...
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