Product Description
On October 24th, 2011, Reprise Records will release two very special and highly anticipated packages: a three-DVD set and a two-CD collection that feature unique live performances from many of the phenomenal artists who've performed at the beloved Annual Bridge School Benefit Concerts over the past 25 years.

Some of the biggest names in music are included on The Bridge School Concerts: 25th Anniversary Edition, performing rare, acoustic versions of songs, never heard anywhere else, to benefit The Bridge School, a non-profit, innovative organization educating children with severe speech and physical impairments through the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems and assistive technology. This once-in-a-lifetime collection is sure to become a treasured artifact for generations to come.

Artists featured on the three-DVD set include Bruce Springsteen, Patti Smith, Pearl Jam, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, The Who, Tom Petty, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Young and Crazy Horse, and much more. Neil Young organizes the event each year with his wife Pegi Young. A documentary DVD includes "The Bridge School Story," which gives a special look into this wonderful school and the truly phenomenal services they provide children with advanced physical and communication challenges. Another documentary on the DVD, "Backstage At The Bridge School Benefit Concert," offers a bird's-eye view of the event itself, along with special features that include heartfelt interviews with the students and the artists themselves.

The two-CD set features exclusive performances from Sheryl Crow, Thom Yorke, Norah Jones, No Doubt, Willie Nelson, Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, Sonic Youth, and more.

Bridge School co-founder Pegi Young and Executive Director Dr. Vicki Casella explain: "The success of The Bridge School has been ensured over these many years through the extraordinary generosity of performers, artists and musicians. The funds raised by this benefit have allowed us to have a positive impact on children, families and professionals throughout the world."

DVD 1:
01. Bruce Springsteen - Born In The U.S.A. [live]
02. Patti Smith - People Have The Power [live]
03. Pearl Jam - Better Man [live]
04. David Bowie - Heroes [live]
05. Ben Harper - There Will Be A Light [live]
06. Bob Dylan - Girl From The North Country [live]
07. R.E.M. with Neil Young - Country Feedback [live]
08. Emmylou Harris & Buddy Miller - Love Hurts [live]
09. Fleet Foxes - Blue Ridge Mountains [live]
10. Devendra Banhart - At The Hop [live]
11. Bonnie Raitt - The Road Is My Middle Name [live]
12. Billy Idol - Rebel Yell [live]

DVD 2:
01. Brian Wilson - Surfin' USA [live]
02. Gillian Welch - The Way It Will Be [live]
03. The Pretenders - Sense Of Purpose [live]
04. James Taylor - Fire and Rain [live]
05. Simon and Garfunkel - America [live]
06. Tom Petty - Shadow Of A Doubt [live]
07. Dave Matthews Band - Too Much [live]
08. Neil Young - Crime In The City [live]
09. Tom Waits - 16 Shells From A Thirty-Ought Six [live]
10. Elton John & Leon Russell [live]
11. Paul McCartney - Get Back [live]
12. Metallica - Disposable Heroes [live]
13. The Who - Won't Get Fooled Again [live]

DVD 3:
Bridge School Documentaries

• Backstage At The Bridge School Benefit Concert
• The Bridge School Story

Special Feature - Student/Artist Interviews

DVD:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005N959PE/?tag=imwan-20

Really enjoyed this last nite. Footage and sound are crystal clear and excellent sequencing. My girlfriend usually exits to the back TV room when I insert a music concert DVD but she stayed for the whole thing and really liked it. There's hope for her yet.

Rick A.