The Alchemy of the Piano (2024)

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When the pianist Francesco Piemontesi hears an unreleased recording of the pianist and composer Sergei Rachmaninoff, it comes as a shock to him. This freedom of playing, these colors and nuances, this virtuosity, which is always presented with a smile, overwhelms him. He decides to explore what he believes he is hearing here: the alchemy of the piano.

Director: Jan Schmidt-Garre
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 90 min
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Cinematography: Diethard Prengel
Editing: Sarah J. Levine
Production: PARS Media, BR
Country: Germany
Language: English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Alchemy of the Piano about?
When the pianist Francesco Piemontesi hears an unreleased recording of the pianist and composer Sergei Rachmaninoff, it comes as a shock to him. This freedom of playing, these colors and nuances, this virtuosity, which is always presented with a smile, overwhelms him. He decides to explore what he believes he is hearing here: the alchemy of the piano.
Who directed The Alchemy of the Piano?
The Alchemy of the Piano was directed by Jan Schmidt-Garre.
How long is The Alchemy of the Piano?
The Alchemy of the Piano has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Alchemy of the Piano?
The Alchemy of the Piano is a Documentary, Music film.
Where was The Alchemy of the Piano produced?
The Alchemy of the Piano was produced in Germany.