The Question of Instrument (1983)

The Question of Instrument (1983) poster

Part I of the series "Glenn Gould Plays Bach" is devoted to Bach's "Art of Fugue." Gould's performance is followed by a lively repartee with Monsaingeon, in which the pianist provides dazzling insights illustrated by music examples. He explains, for example, why he plays some pieces extremely slowly, and bemoans the "musicological overkill" of scholars who insist that Bach's keyboard music should only be played on a harpsichord.

Director: Bruno Monsaingeon
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 57 min
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Production: CBC, Clasart Classsic
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

johann sebastian bach

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Question of Instrument about?
Part I of the series "Glenn Gould Plays Bach" is devoted to Bach's "Art of Fugue." Gould's performance is followed by a lively repartee with Monsaingeon, in which the pianist provides dazzling insights illustrated by music examples. He explains, for example, why he plays some pieces extremely slowly, and bemoans the "musicological overkill" of scholars who insist that Bach's keyboard music should only be played on a harpsichord.
Who directed The Question of Instrument?
The Question of Instrument was directed by Bruno Monsaingeon.
Who stars in The Question of Instrument?
The Question of Instrument stars Glenn Gould, Bruno Monsaingeon.
How long is The Question of Instrument?
The Question of Instrument has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is The Question of Instrument?
The Question of Instrument is a Documentary, Music film.
Where was The Question of Instrument produced?
The Question of Instrument was produced in Canada.