Glenn gould complete columbia album collection, 81 cd. A fabulous introduction to this 20th century genius. Thirty two short films about glenn gould 1993 imdb. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing 32 short films glenn gould near you. In thirty two short films about glenn gould, director francois girard goes directly to the center of goulds ideas, his passions and his music. This documentary about glenn gould corrects some of the wilder myths about the astonishingly talented pianist. Glenn gould was not only one of the most celebrated pianists of our time and a participant in the radio fidelity revolution, but he also was an interviewer, composer, and writer who occasionally employed a pseudonym.
Music profile for glenn gould, born 25 september 1932. It may be that the best way to experience late canadian pianist glenn gould is to listen to one of his classic bach recordings straight through, for in addition to his distinctive, not to say quirky approach to local textures, he was a formidable architectural thinker. Using thirtytwo elegantly constructed vignelles, which span goulds life from age four until his untimely death at age fifty, the film achieves the rare balance between play and conceptual rigor. Glenn gould plays contemporary music by glenn gould on amazon. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. If only more filmmakers would take the fragmented, kaleidoscopic approach of thirty two short films about glenn gould, which captures the essence of the famed pianist and radio broadcaster by. Thirty two short films about glenn gould 1993 release. Edition discs price new from used from dvd please retry 1. The sound of genius a collection of vignettes highlighting different aspects of the life, work, and character of the acclaimed canadian classical pianist.
As each of the 32 short films evolve, a web develops, connecting details and revealing an incredible life. Maybe they can release a nolessthanbrilliant selection, entitled 2 of the best short films about glenn gould. Albums include the goldberg variations, the goldberg variations, and the welltempered clavier. His intrepretations are generally highly unusual and sometimes even arbitrary but every note holds conviction. Thirty two short films about glenn gould directed by francois girard. Your music, tv shows, movies, podcasts, and audiobooks will transfer automatically to the apple music, apple tv, apple podcasts, and apple books apps where youll still have access to your favorite itunes features, including purchases, rentals, and imports. Gould has receded far enough into the past, however, that there must be a sizable contingent of potential buyers for this. May 05, 2015 listen to your favorite songs from glenn gould plays beethoven live by glenn gould now.
Johnny depp in tim brilliant johnny depp was absolutely right to play grindelwald in. The highly acclaimed and famously eccentric classical pianist glenn gould is the subject of this idiosyncratic film portrait. The crucial question about gould is often lost by many people. Glenn gould little prelude, in d minor, bwv 935 video. Thirty two short films about glenn gould wikipedia.
Glenn gould complete columbia album collection, 81 cd box. Watch thirty two short films about glenn gould online. His speed, dexterity and tone revolutionized the understanding of this piece and it became inextricably linked. It sheds some new light on a musician who has been discussed a lot. Director francois girard explores the life of legendary pianist glenn gould in 32 vignettes each a variation on a theme of the gould phenomenon, resulting in a biographical mosaic of a film. This is not a documentary in the traditional sense, nor a docudrama, but rather a series of vignettes, observations, meditations, and variations on a complicated theme.
Linformation sur le film, genre, classement, duree, photos, bandeannonce, synopsis et critiques des usagers. Glenn gould thirty two short films about glenn gould truck stop sub ita. The solitary gould chose to reach his audience through stereo recordings rather than through the stress and strain of the concert world, and this documentary shows in detail this aspect of his life. Glenn gould plays beethoven live by glenn gould on amazon. These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been goulds 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Glenn gould was a canadian pianist regarded as one of the finest players of the 20th century with a celebrated mastery of the works of johann sebastian bach. Gould s first performance to receive widespread attention was his 1955 recording of bachs goldberg variations. The sound of genius original motion picture soundtrack, an album by glenn gould on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes.
Le film 32 short films about glenn gould cinema clock. Glenn gould 19321982, born in toronto, could play and read music before he was four years old. A fantastic period piece that features the genius pianist glenn gould during a recording session at columbia records in 1959. The sound of genius original motion picture soundtrack, an album by glenn gould on spotify. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet.
Thirty two short films about glenn gould 1993 thirty. Thirty two short films about glenn gouldfrancois girard,1993. Thirty two short films about glenn gould is a 1993 canadian biographical anthology film about the pianist glenn gould, played by colm feore. Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. Glenn gould toronto, canada 19321982 was a canadian pianist most known for his interpretations of baroque keyboard music, particularly the works of johann sebastian bach. Listen to your favorite songs from glenn gould plays contemporary music by glenn gould now. It was directed by francois girard, with a screenplay by girard and don mckellar the film is presented as a series of 31 short films rather than as one narrative.
Apr 07, 2009 it may be that the best way to experience late canadian pianist glenn gould is to listen to one of his classic bach recordings straight through, for in addition to his distinctive, not to say quirky approach to local textures, he was a formidable architectural thinker. Thirty two short films about glenn gould 1993 rotten. But even these hardy souls were surprised by the arrival of young canadian pianist glenn gould and his recording equipment for his first. Director francois girard explores the life of legendary pianist glenn gould in 32 vignettes each a variation on a theme of the gould phenomenon, resulting in a biographical mosaic of a film deftly capturing the artists uniquely personal journey. Playing the johnny depp was seen on set of his film labyrinth looking ready. Thirty two short films about glenn gould subtitles.
Thirty two short films about glenn gould subtitles 10. Johnny depp at rum premiere in paris he speaks french. Glenn gould discusses his performances of the goldberg variations with tim page. Thirty two short films about glenn gould rotten tomatoes. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Alaskan women share their thoughts on breastfeeding. Maybe that tenth star would have shined had it been called 21 short films about glenn gould or short films about glenn gould. Glenn gould thirty two short films about glenn gould. The soundtrack from the wonderful film 32 short films about glenn gould contains outstanding examples of this eccentric yet genial pianist.
These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been gould s 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Francois girards thirty two short films about glenn gould brilliantly breaks with tradition and gives us a movie that actually inspires us to think about what it was like to be this man. As the title suggests, this dramatised documentary about the eccentric canadian pianist glenn gould is broken up into thirtytwo short films mirroring the. The sound of genius original motion picture soundtrack by glenn gould on amazon music. It was directed by francois girard, with a screenplay by girard and don mckellar. Thirty two short films about glenn gould is a biographical film on the life and work of the titled man, famed canadian classical pianist glenn gould. Trentadue piccoli film su glenn gould 1993 streaming. Beautiful bach piece perfomed by glenn gould one of the most famous canadian classical pianists of the 20th centurydownload it now on itunes. Moreover, glenn gould remastered will be released simultaneously on usb stick in 24bit44. Glenn gould featured in emma movie soundtrack piano concerto no. Director francious gerard broke the artistic movie into 32 short film style portions as a nod to the structure of goldberg variations, composed. The following is a chronological list of the original studio recordings made by the canadian pianist glenn gould in the years 19561982. Thirty two short films about glenn gould is an incredible venture in story telling, in biography, in education, and an heroic attempt to show a story from multiple vantage points, using a varied set of devices. Andante con moto was featured on the soundtrack for the recently released film emma.
Segments include documentaries, consisting of interviews with individuals who knew the. Watch thirty two short films about glenn gould online 1994. Oct 23, 2015 moreover, glenn gould remastered will be released simultaneously on usb stick in 24bit44. Gouldss legendary recordings of the goldberg variations 1955 and 1981 will also be reissued on audiophile 180g vinyl. He had a wide repertoire and his international performances in the late 1950s caused a sensation but he abandoned the concert hall when he was 32 in order to focus on recordings. As the title suggests, this dramatised documentary about the eccentric canadian pianist glenn gould is broken up into thirtytwo short films mirroring the thirtytwo part structure of bachs goldberg variations, the recording that gould made famous, each giving us an insight into some aspect of gould s life and career. Concert dropouts in conversation with john mcclure.
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