Dreamchaser: In Concert [Blu-ray]

I've been a Sarah Brightman fan since 1998, and have thoroughly enjoyed watching (and rewatching) all of her filmed concerts, from 1998's very tradtional "In Concert" at Royal Albert Hall to 2008's Gothic-inspired "Symphony". I was fortunate enough to see her live in Phoenix during her "Dreamchaser" tour in 2013, and while visually it wasn't my favorite of her concerts, featuring slightly distracting lighting and digital screens, her voice and stage presence were as terrific as ever, and I dearly wanted a DVD of it to add to my collection.This DVD, while not the full set list as filmed in England or performed on tour, does include the same musical numbers shown in the PBS broadcast, focusing mostly on new songs from "Dreamchaser" with a few old favorites from Sarah's earlier albums mixed in. Much like her 2000 ""La Luna" tour, "Dreamchaser" is heavily inspired by space, though in a more pop/techno way. Sarah is as beautiful as ever, and her voice sounds a lot stronger than on her "Symphony" tour. While she doesn't incorporate as much movement or dance as in "La Luna" or "Harem", the little choreography that is there really enhances each number.Since Amazon doesn't have it in their product description, here is the full track list:1. Angel2. One Day Like This3. Eperdu4. Ave Maria5. Closer6. Glosoli7 Kaze No Torimichi8. Nessun Dorma9. A Song of India10. Venus and Mars11. The Phantom of the Opera12. Deliver Me*Bonus Tracks* (accessible from the bonus features menu)13. Scarborough Fair14. Time To Say GoodbyeBeing an Asian (though official) release, I was a little worried about not being able to view it in the United States. Fortunately, it is coded in Region 0, so it is playable anywhere, with excellent audio and video quality as well.While "Dreamchaser" is a much shorter, barebones DVD release than Sarah's previous filmed concerts, with a running time of slightly over 60 minutes with the bonus tracks, and no special features beyond a very brief behind-the-scenes featurette and photo gallery, it is still a Sarah Brightman concert, with wonderful music, gorgeous costumes, and an artist who never disappoints. An incredible experience both visually and musically, I look forward to enjoying it again and again.

I agree with all the positive comments shared by other members. Now a bit on the negative side (this is reference to the Blu-ray):1. This BD cost over $50 (luckily I got it at $32 only) & frankly I'm quite disappointed with the video production. I agree with the others who had mentioned: It's very rush i.e.one song after another, no interaction with the audience, etc. I expect to enjoy this BD as if I were experiencing in a actual concert, not viewing a collection of songs which I can do that in my CDs. The last song hasn't ended yet but the end credits already started rolling...In reality, I don't think that was the last song. If I guess correctly, the last song of the concert was Time to Say Good-bye but it was edited out & put into the Extra/Bonus section together with Scarborough Fair. This is weird.2. Video quality is good. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the audio quality considering it's in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. It leaves much to be desired! The audio track was poorly done. Sarah's voice is very muddy & at times I hardly can make out what was she singing. The audio is also lack punch & dynamic despite I cranked up my receiver in my dedicated home theater. Oh the "clapping hands" surround was done pretty good!Having said the above, being Sarah Brightman's fan I still enjoy her songs & concert. Hopefully the next SB Blu-ray deserve better treatment.

I own all of Sarah Brightman's concerts on DVD and I watch them often. Currently, this particular DVD is not released in the U.S. so this DVD is a little more expensive but she puts on a terrific show - takes you away from reality for a little while. I noticed the format for this concert is a little different from the other ones. She sings songs from her Dreamchaser album while standing in front of a curved screen and there's a light show happening on that screen. Her voice is magnificent, the songs are beautiful. This is a very short concert - under 1 hour and the 2 additional songs on the Bonus Features Section of the DVD should have been incorporated into the main concert. I think there were some parts of the concert that was omitted from the DVD which should not have been omitted. Also, I think the order of the songs that were performed were changed around on the DVD. Also, they do not show the orchestra, on the other DVDs I enjoy watching the members of the orchestra playing their instruments. I personally like Frank Peterson's (he produced all the other Sarah Brightman concerts) format better than these new people. Overall, I enjoyed this DVD.

Great! Time marches on but Sarah's voice is still wonderful, praise heaven! The special effects are dazzling in digital! So is the digital stereo...German techno backup for a trip to the stars! May have to play it a couple of times to fully appreciate the impact as it is subtle but then it hits you between the eyes and then you cannot stop playing it and then hearing the tunes in your head for days.Answers the question of what to do when you have reached perfection? How could she possibly top her last two DVDs?The answer is you evolve...Sarah is still beautiful (a red head this time). An alluring, sophisticated, amazing talent. Plus she sings a beautiful song in Japanese for a very appreciative audience.Her amazing rendition of "Venus and Mars" alone is worth the price of this DVD.

This is a really good show but not all the songs are here, the sound is good but could be better. Overall… too bad this Blu-ray have less quality than some previous DVD like the Live in Vegas which I think is much better than this concert.

Songs were good, as was the setting. BUT, no action - not energized like her Las Vegas or Vienna concerts. She basically stood on stage, did a little movement and sang good songs. The backgrounds were great, but essentially no diversity. Love her music but this performance left me somewhat disappointed.

Wonderful

Excellent as always...Sarah Brightman is a legend

fabulous

Increíble show, pero lamentablemente coincido con muchas opiniones, en el sentido que no es el show completo, el precio es caro en comparación a lo que ofrece. Le doy 5 estrellas porque es Sarah Brightman señores, nada mas por eso, la calidad de imagen y audio son muy buenas.Espero reconsidere sacar el show completo, porque fue un espectáculo genial, que debe de disfrutarse completo.

Saw this concert live. Nothing beats being there, but this BluRay is as close as it's possible to get, and is a great souvenir.Had the BluRay covered the whole concert, it would have been an unreserved 5 star, but it does not. Still, can't have everything.