It took his whole life to live and three full years to film Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man. Filmed in four countries with more than 80 interviews from artists with a combined 58 Grammy Awards by the artist included, “Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man,” an Allen Farst film, is the cinematic documentary that shines a light on one of the greatest rock’n roll pianists and keyboardists over the last 40 years. Not just known for his musical influence, Leavell is also one of the biggest names in environmental forestry and was selected the National Tree Farmer of the Year in the United States. -His commitment to the planet and his strong family ties are refreshing reminders to be kind and treat your neighbor with respect. As Leavell puts it, “if you cut a tree down, plant two for the next guy.”
Acting
Mick Jagger and Clapton geeking out about Chuck's piano skills
Writing
Chuck's personal philosophy: 'plant two for the next guy'
Production
Three years filming across four countries for a tree-farming pianist
Director
Allen Farst
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Chuck has played with the Rolling Stones since 1982 but still makes time to manage 2,500 acres of Georgia timberland personally.
The doc barely mentions that Chuck was also a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band—arguably his most historically significant gig gets overshadowed by trees and Mick Jagger.
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