The following is a chronological list of the original studio recordings made by the canadian pianist glenn gould in the years 19561982. Almost three decades after his death, legendary pianist glenn gould continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Glen gould born june 6, 1971 is an aboriginal canadian actor, director and producer of mikmaq and italian descent. The inner life, however, is the one thing we dont really get to explore. A section on performance then follows, featuring goulds distaste for applause, for critics, for competitions the emphasis on consensus and competence, resulting in spiritual lobotomy. The inner life of glenn gould humanizes the legend, weaving together an unprecedented array of unseen footage, private home recordings and diaries, as well as compelling interviews with goulds most intimate friends and lovers, all exploring the incongruities between gould s private reality and his wider image. This documentary about glenn gould corrects some of the wilder myths. This new canadian production about the life and music of concert pianist glenn gould is quite simply a stunning and fascinating cinematic portrait of a music genius. The inner life of glenn gould nr, 1 hr 49 min documentary.
Intimately revealing the man behind the myth, genius within. However, it did not help that it did not have subtitles which my girlfriend likes to. Pilgrimage to solitude landscapes of glenn gould mark. The canadian pianist glenn gould died at the age of fifty, but by then had become a living legend. For the uninitiated, glenn goulds birth in 1932 to parents already in their 40s meant their focus love and education input resulted in a fantastic and handsome childteen piano concert prodigy who became an icon of performance before the age of 20. The inner life of glenn gould is an engrossing consideration of the western cult of celebrity that surrounded this reclusive artist the myth is humanized and we are given the. Thirty two short films about glenn gould subtitles 10 subtitles. Much of the content has been offered in previous dvds, glenn gould the alchemist, glenn gould hereafter plus vhs versions of glenn goulda portrait and. Genius within the inner life of glenn gould youtube. I knew he was a great canadian pianist who died relatively young. The life and times of glenn gould 3 of 5 by muz1kf0rever. There have been other documentaries about glenn gould, a profoundly enigmatic musical poet, but they were typically sidetracked by his.
Dvd documentary footage of goulds performances and interviews with gould about his music and life. Its a labor of love to recommend genius withinthe inner life of glenn gould, the new dvd that hopefully will expose a new generation of music lovers to this extraordinary pianist. The inner life of glenn gould 2009 starring glenn gould and vladimir ashkenazy on dvd and bluray. It is hardly conceivable that any enthusiastic bach lover would not have recordings by gould. Glenn gould explains his use of the piano for bach by pedro taam. Michele hozer, peter raymont utilising neverbefore seen footage, photographs, home recordings and diary entries, hozer and raymonts documentary is a largely successful attempt to untangle the many myths that surround the life, talent and mental health of the enigmatic but extraordinary piano genius. Dec 26, 2010 this scene is an outtake from the dvd extras of genius within. Glenn gould, however, who lived his life on the balance point between genius and madness, was a virtuoso who couldnt have been more fascinating. The inner life of glenn gould white pine pictures by william s. Two years later, he predicted in a magazine article that the public concert as we know. Young gould was playing with piano from the age of 3, and started regular lessons with his mother from the age of 4. An enigmatic musical poet, glenn gould captivates audiences, even today, twentysix years after his early passing.
The sound of genius a collection of vignettes highlighting different aspects of the life, work, and character of the acclaimed canadian classical pianist. The inner life of glenn gould approaches the man and his music with a brisk intelligence that. Glenn herbert gould was born glen gold on september 25, 1932, in toronto, ontario, canada. These tracks are being released for the firsttime digitally on what would have been goulds 86th birthday on tuesday, september 25, 2018. Was gould truly as strange as he was believed to be, or were his quirks part of a facade the artist carefully. It was one of the insights that cropped up in thirty two short films about glenn gould, the.
Glenn gould gave his last public concert at the wilshire ebell theater in l. Those familiar with the work of the incomparable pianist glenn gould know the factors that contribute to his myth extraordinary childhood proficiency. Also a look at his stillplayable grand piano and chair. Music performed by glenn gould produced by white pine pictures in association with bravo. The inner life of glenn gould humanizes a legend and provides a new context, for his legion of fans as well as those encountering gould for the first time, to understand the passion and inspiration that gave rise to such a genius and his incomparable power of expression. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. So if nothing else, i appreciated michele hozer and peter raymonts documentary genius within. Glenn gould quotes author of the glenn gould reader. The inner life of glenn gould humanizes the legend, weaving together an unprecedented array of unseen footage, private home recordings and diaries, as well as compelling interviews with gould s most intimate friends and lovers all exploring the incongruities between gould s private reality and his wider image.
The purpose of art is not the release of a momentary ejection of adrenaline but rather the gradual, lifelong construction of a state of wonder and serenity. This scene is an outtake from the dvd extras of genius within. An enigmatic musical poet, worldrenowned pianist glenn gould continues to captivate twentyseven years after his untimely death. An enigmatic musical poet, worldrenowned pianist glenn gould continues to captivate 27 years after his untimely death. A documentary on the mysterious and influential pianist. Watch genius within the inner life of glenn gould prime video. 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. Two filmmakers trace legendary pianist glenn gould from his childhood to his international triumphs, peering beyond. The inner life of glenn gould, has a title that twice. This product was very good, i enjoyed the film and it provided a great deal of information on gould and his life. This documentary about glenn gould corrects some of the wilder myths about the astonishingly talented pianist. A documentary on the mysterious and influential pianist glenn gould. Genius within the inner life of glenn gould 2009 limited dvdrip xvidlpd. I also knew he was something of a canadian icon, one of our own who performed well and achieved fame abroad, a criterion in canada for judging how talented canadians are.
Nov 19, 2010 a frame from previously unseen short film, ovirtues of hesitationo starring glenn gould, nassau, bahamas, 1956 is seen in, genius within. An enigmatic musical poet and the most documented classical musician of the last century worldrenowned pianist glenn gould. Once you select rent youll have 14 days to start watching the movie and 48 hours to finish it. Sep 10, 2010 directed by michele hozer, peter raymont. From his landmark interpretation of the goldberg variations to his innovations in recording technology, gould is one of the true geniuses of the 20th century. The canadian pianist glenn gould makes for a fascinating subject for a documentary. While goulds very public eccentricities have been nearly as well documented as his talents, filmmakers michele hozer and peter raymont pose a very provocative question in their documentary genius within. Between 2016 and 2020, he played the role of detective jerry commanda on the television series cardinal. The inner life of glenn gould is proud to be playing at the vancouver international film festival. Thirty two short films about glenn gould subtitles. The inner life of glenn gould humanizes the legend. The inner life of glenn gould because it filled in the gaps between thirty two short films.
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