Set the Piano Stool on Fire
An intimate account of the relationship between young composer and pianist Kit Armstrong and the world renowned Alfred Brendel, Set the Piano Stool on Fire captures both the creative process and champions the value of teaching and collaboration. Featuring the only filmed footage of Brendel during his farewell tour, this is highly revealing and essential viewing for anyone interested in classical music.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Set the Piano Stool on Fire
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 4, 2011
Runtime
1h 16m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
60%
Original Title
Set the Piano Stool on Fire
Director
Mark Kidel
Description
An intimate account of the relationship between young composer and pianist Kit Armstrong and the world renowned Alfred Brendel, Set the Piano Stool on Fire captures both the creative process and champions the value of teaching and collaboration. Featuring the only filmed footage of Brendel during his farewell tour, this is highly revealing and essential viewing for anyone interested in classical music.