Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 (1967)
Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 follows the acclaimed German composer to Salzburg and Berlin, documenting his rehearsals for his now famous opera, "The Bassarids". Based on a fragment of a Euripides play, the opera was a widely celebrated point in Henze's career, capturing his compositional style and progressive musical attitudes. Celebrating his 40th birthday at the time, Henze was then living in Rome and enjoying a growing reputation all over Western Europe as a conductor and composer.
Director: Michael Blackwood
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: March 26, 1967
Production: Michael Blackwood Productions
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 about?
- Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 follows the acclaimed German composer to Salzburg and Berlin, documenting his rehearsals for his now famous opera, "The Bassarids". Based on a fragment of a Euripides play, the opera was a widely celebrated point in Henze's career, capturing his compositional style and progressive musical attitudes. Celebrating his 40th birthday at the time, Henze was then living in Rome and enjoying a growing reputation all over Western Europe as a conductor and composer.
- Who directed Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966?
- Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 was directed by Michael Blackwood.
- How long is Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966?
- Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966?
- Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 is a Documentary film.
- Where was Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 produced?
- Hans Werner Henze: Summer of 1966 was produced in United States of America.