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Debussy's recently discovered Première suite gives a rare insight into the mind of a young composer on the cusp of innovation. It is a work filled with romantic and Eastern influences, and glimpses of the unexpected harmonies that came to define Debussy's output. Pairing the suite with works by some of the composers who influenced the young Debussy, including Édouard Lalo's Cello concerto performed by Edgar Moreau, François-Xavier Roth's programme...
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This DVD combines two films by Christopher Nupen, the 1st of which is a documentary produced in 1967 containing interviews with Du Pré, Barenboim, Sir John Barbirolli and William Pleeth, along with a performance of the Elgar concerto, the 2nd a performance of Beethoven's Piano trio, op. 70 no. 1, produced in 1970.
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Yo-Yo Ma inspired by Bach volume 3-4
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Ma, choreographer Morris, and director Sweete colaborate to interpret Bach's third suite though dance and creative camera angles. Ma and Egoyan create a dramatic film that explores the relationships in Bach's music revealing the generosity of spirit and love that flows from Ma's performance.
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Follows cello teacher Paul Katz as he guides gifted young students through the struggles of mastering the instrument. It is an inspiring film about the power of music to consume, enhance, and propel lives. Filmed over seven years, the film is a window into the mysterious world of the artist, the passion that can grip and sustain a young player from childhood through the last days of life and the years of sacrifice and dedication a budding artist...
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Deutsch
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An array of musical stars converges in Leipzig to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Johann Sebastian Bach taking up his appointment as Kantor at the city's iconic Thomaskirche a post that he occupied for more than a quarter of a century, covering a period in which he created many of his greatest works. On a special open-air stage in the market square of Leipzig the Thomaner Choir and the Gewandhaus Orchestra under their current Thomaskantor Andreas...
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"In a historic manor, Scott Yoo makes a landmark recording, centered around Beethoven's famous Ghost Trio. This summons Beethoven's ghost, who's spent the afterlife analyzing his output ... trailed by the ghost of Sigmund Freud, who's come to analyze him. Based on the most current research, this witty, ingenious mix of ghost story and documentary reveals the composer as you've never known him before."-- Back of container.