S1·E196 Boulez Now
Synopsis
Pierre Boulez, leading composer of the post-war generation, later a powerful and innovative conductor, is now the head of an extraordinary experimental studio in Paris. This huge underground music laboratory was built especially for Boulez beneath the Pompidou Centre. Here for the past-seven years, accompanied by computers and music assistants, he has been developing his.most ambitious work to date - "Répons". It had a huge success at last year's Proms. In tonight's film he shares his ideas and methods of working, introducing. extracts from "Répons" and describes his enthusiasm for opening a window on a new world of sound.
With the Ensemble Intercontemporain conducted by Pierre Boulez.
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When did Season 1 Episode 196 of Arena air?
Season 1, Episode 196 ('Boulez Now') originally aired on February 8, 1983.
How long is Season 1 Episode 196 ('Boulez Now')?
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What happens in Arena Season 1 Episode 196?
Pierre Boulez, leading composer of the post-war generation, later a powerful and innovative conductor, is now the head of an extraordinary experimental studio in Paris. This huge underground music laboratory was built especially for Boulez beneath the Pompidou Centre. Here for the past-seven years, ...
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