Acting

Jerry Scheff

Born January 31, 1941 (age 85)

Bass player Jerry Scheff grew up in the San Francisco Bay area, started playing tuba in grammar school and, by seventh grade, got into playing string bass. His musical bent was toward jazz and R&B. By age fifteen he was playing in clubs in his new hometown of Sacramento and back in San Francisco. As a high school senior Scheff joined the U.S. Navy and wound up in the Navy's school of music in Wash…

Known For

EPiC: Elvis Presley in ConcertEPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert · 2026
EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
★ 8.22026
MovieMusicDocumentary
Long-lost footage from Elvis Presley's legendary Las Vegas residency in the 1970s woven together with rare 16mm footage from Elvis on Tour, and 8mm from the Graceland archive, plus recordings of Elvis telling "his side of the story" rediscovered during Baz Luhrmann's research for his 2022 film, Elvis.
Elvis: That's the Way It IsElvis: That's the Way It Is · 1970
Elvis: That's the Way It Is
★ 8.11970
MovieDocumentaryMusic
On July 31, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis Presley staged a triumphant return to the concert stage from which he had been absent for almost a decade. His series of concerts broke all box office records and completely reenergized the career of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Elvis on TourElvis on Tour · 1972
Elvis on Tour
★ 7.51972
MovieDocumentaryMusic
This documentary captures Elvis Presley on his 1972 American tour and includes rehearsals, interviews, archival television appearances and backstage moments. With Elvis at his most flamboyant, the film features well-known hits and cover songs showcasing his country, gospel and rhythm-and-blues influences.
Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White NightRoy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night · 1988
Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night
★ 7.71988
MovieMusic
Recorded live at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles, Roy is joined by an eclectic ensemble of rock and roll superstars including Jackson Browne, Elvis Costello, T-Bone Burnett, J.D. Souther, Jennifer Warnes, k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Waits.
Elvis - Aloha from HawaiiElvis - Aloha from Hawaii · 1973
Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii
★ 8.21973
MovieMusicDocumentary
A 1973 concert by Elvis Presley that was broadcast live via satellite on January 14, 1973. The concert took place at the Honolulu International Center in Honolulu and aired in over 40 countries across Asia and Europe. Viewing figures have been estimated at over 1 billion viewers world wide, and the show was the most expensive entertainment special at the time, costing $2.5 million.
Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30 · 2017
Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30
★ 7.02017
MovieMusicDocumentary
Black and White Night 30 is a re-imagined, re-edited, remastered and expanded version of the original television special. Re-edited by Roy's youngest son Alex Orbison, the program has been restored to reflect the correct set order as the audience who attended the show saw it.
The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the ColonelThe Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel · 2002
The Definitive Elvis: Elvis and the Colonel
★ 6.42002
MovieMusicDocumentary
One of the dominating figures in Elvis Presley's life was his manager, who was known as the "Colonel". No other relationship in Elvis' life was as controversial and misunderstood as the one he had with Colonel Tom Parker. The truth about their unique friendship is revealed in this documentary.
Elvis: The Ultimate Live CollectionElvis: The Ultimate Live Collection · 2002
Elvis: The Ultimate Live Collection
2002
MovieMusicDocumentary
Compilation of many 50's TV appearances and the nearly complete Aloha show. This is Elvis doing what he did best; captivating audiences around the world with his incredible live shows. From the excitement of the live broadcasts during the rock 'n roll years to the sheer majesty of the King at his peak in '73.

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