“It’s (‘The Great Flood’ is) basically structured in chapters, and the music changes within the chapters each time. ...(W)ithin the form of the film.”

— Bill Frisell, on his musical collaboration for "The Great Flood" curated and compiled by filmmaker, Bill Morrison

Film still courtesy of Icarus Films from "The Great Flood," by filmmaker, Bill Morrison with music by avant-jazz guitarist, Bill Frisell spotlighting The Mississippi River Flood of 1927. — Film still courtesy of Icarus Films from "The Great Flood," by filmmaker, Bill Morrison with music by avant-jazz guitarist, Bill Frisell spotlighting The Mississippi River Flood of 1927.

“Eventually I found out he (Bill Morrison) was making films, and he asked if he could use some of my music. ...He could tell this story better than me.”

— Bill Frisell, on collaborating with Bill Morrison

trailer: "the great flood," A film by bill morrison and bill frisell

Trailer for "The Great Flood" Icarus films presents the US theatrical premiere at IFC Center NYC, Wed Jan 8, 2014 Film by Bill Morrison Music by Bill Frisell Produced by Phyllis Oyama Performed by Bill Frisell, Guitar Ron Miles, Trumpet Tony Scherr, Bass, Guitar Kenny Wollesen, Drums, Vibes Currently on tour 2011 - 2012 The Mississippi River Flood of 1927 was the most destructive river flood in American history.

“Seems like after playing for more than 50 years, I wanted to just go back and figure it out better. It’s kind of amazing ... The impetus is just to learn and learn and learn and strengthen my foundation.”

— Bill Frisell