Glenn Gould Plays Bach
3 movies · 1983–2007
"Glenn Gould Plays Bach" is a collection of three television films created during the late 1970s, planned by Glenn Gould and filmmaker Bruno Monsaingeon. Broadcast between 1979 and 1981, the series explores fundamental aspects of Johann Sebastian Bach's music through dialogue between Gould and Monsaingeon. Each film centers on a specific musical work, using this piece as a focal point for broader thematic discussion. The films in the collection have a total runtime of 173 minutes. "The Question of Instrument" (1983) and "An Art of the Fugue" (1983) are examples of the series' approach, with each film focusing on a particular composition while engaging in conversation about its significance. The collection was active from 1983 to 2007. The entire series represents a substantial undertaking, with a total budget and revenue of zero. The three films collectively offer an in-depth look at Bach's musical world through the lens of Glenn Gould's interpretations and Monsaingeon's insightful questioning.
