Sting Live In Berlin [Blu-ray]

As a longtime Police fan (since day 1), I've always liked to see Sting perform live, he's one of the world's top singers. What I like best about "Live in Berlin" is:a) Showmanship, staging, arrangement and delivery are stunning... Sting's use of a full orchestra (who artfully move along w/the music in choreographed sequence while playing, brilliant), adds layers of audio depth to his voice in a superbly complementary way.b) Dazzling camera work, the dp did a great job in capturing the performance with a variety of shot angles, and technically this is one of the very sharpest reference-quality blu-ray DVD concerts I've seen, of dozens. Absolutely crystal-clear visuals... the camera work and image quality are outstanding.c) Hearing Sting perform favorites like King of Pain, Roxanne, and Every Little Thing She Does is Magic, plus his top solo songs was a lot of fun, having Branford Marsalis on horns was a big plus as well, they always work great together.d) Words that comes to mind after watching this last night are classy, brilliant, intense, fun and outstanding.I've bought dozens of concert dvds this past year, this is one of the very best; nice to see Sting in world-class form with the backing of a top orchestra. This DVD sparkles. Absolutely highly recommended -- thanks to all who made it happen, and Sting especially thx to you for all you've added over the years. Your songwriting and singing skills continue to add so much to the "soundtrack of our lives". Great job. A++To the craft,Ken

Just bought the "Sting in Berlin" Blu-ray disk. No doubt about it, it's the best concert video I've ever seen.Technically it's great, sound quality, video work, all the individual elements are great.Sting has produced a long string of great songs over the years, and he really knows how to keep re-arranging them in interesting new and better ways. You'll recognize many of the songs, but the new arrangements with the orchestra really makes them fresh. "Why Should I Cry?" brought tears to my eyes, after Sting explained the background of the song before singing it, it really helped me understand and connect the words to events in my own life, and the lives of family members.The interaction with the Berlin Philharmonic really adds a lot, not only to the music, but even to the "choreography." You can tell just how much the orchestra members were truly enjoying themselves too. On top of that, there were several new songs I had never heard before, and really liked.Overall, the best Concert video I have ever seen.... I have a mountain vacation home, and will keep the "Sting in Berlin" Blu-ray disk in plain sight, so that visiting guests will see it and hopefully enjoy it too.

This is definetely one of the best or maybe the best bluray concert I own. All aspects: video, audio, edition are excellent. The berlin orchestra is outstanding and Sting's vocal performance is awesome. Every Police or Sting fan should own this product. Since Sting's music has a very strong classical influence, the blended arrangements fitted as if the music had been created for it. Only one complaint and is regards to the track list, were I missed to see the greats from "Ten Summoner's Tales" (Fields..., If I ever lose... and Nothin'about me). They were part of the concert, because I saw some domestic footage in YouTube, however wasn't included in the Bluray listing.In my opinion, the best tracks are: Desert Rose, King of Pain, When we dance, Mad About you, and every little thing.......

If you don’t own Certifiable by the Police, get it first, wayyyyy better. This one has its moments, good one to add for a fan to the concert collection.

Love this! As a fan of Sting, so enjoy hearing and seeing the evolution of his songs with an orchestral backing. Appreciate very much the stories behind the music. Worth every penny!

Plane and simple.... remarkable. The sound, the new life, the classics revived. I can go on and on. How many artists of his caliber can keep the high level of artistry like Sting ? Not many. He truly is an icon in which every genre of music respects and looks up to. We all know how great of a song writer he is. But no one can really match up to how versatile Stings music and lyrics have withstood the test of time. This DVD really showcases the beauty and how moving his music really is. You go to his concerts and you see all age groups and all people from around the world are represented. I attend many concerts for many other artists, and his crowds by far are the most versatile. He appeals to everyone. This DVD will renew your love for his art. I cannot say enough about the man. I had the honor of meeting him, and the best thing about that moment was how humble he presented himself at that moment. That sealed it for me. For all his fame he finds himself with, it has not spoiled the man. The man who all artists look up to. Everyone should be so humble.Enjoy !