Rent Set the Piano Stool on Fire (2011)
3.7 of 5 from 46 ratings
1h 16min
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- Synopsis:
- This superb documentary chronicles the remarkable master-apprentice relationship between the internationally-acclaimed classical pianist Alfred Brendel and the prodigy Kit Armstrong. Over a period of two years, beginning with Brendel's retirement from public performance and culminating with Armstrong's first concert with the world-renowned Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, the film observes Brendel imparting his wisdom and experience to his exceptionally gifted student, who begins to discover a new emotional depth to his virtuoso playing. Beguiling, touching and often humorous 'Set the Piano Stool on Fire' is a fascinating portrait of the creative process.
- Actors:
- Kit Armstrong, Alfred Brendel, Adrian Brendel, Ricardo Chailly, Katharine Gowers, Benjamin Nabarro, Tim Horton
- Directors:
- Mark Kidel
- Producers:
- Martin Schneider
- Writers:
- Andrew Findlay
- Studio:
- Artificial Eye Film Company Ltd.
- Genres:
- Documentary, Music & Musicals, Special Interest
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