Emil Gilels Recital
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Movie Reviews of Emil Gilels Recital
Movie Review: A Revelation
Summary: 5 Stars
Prior to watching this DVD, I knew Emil Gilels was one of the famous pianists of the 20th century, but nothing more. Aftern watching, I understand the reason why he is considered one of the greatest. Mr. Gilels' playing leaves me in awe and inspired. Every musical phrase sings from the soul and to the soul. Listen to the Fantasia in D Minor, or the two Beethoven Sonatas, the music speaks for itself. The introductory booklet suggests that Mr. Gilels mannerism at the piano may be "distracting", I did not find this to be true. His demeanour at the piano to me is a picture of total immersion and dedication to the music.
The camera work is mostly superb. Minor critiques - the DVD is too short, has no extras, and the picture/sound discrepancy during the Waldstein Sonata can be distracting. Nevertheless, Mr. Gilels' playing far outweighs any shortcomings on this disc.
Highest recommendations to fans of classical music, or pianists hoping to get a glimpse of a master at work. I also recommend Grigory Sokolov Live in Paris and BBC's Alfred Brendel in Portrait. Enjoy!
Movie Review: Superb
Summary: 5 Stars
I agree with all the fine reviews here which cover the quality of the DVD and the performance. There is nothing I can add except for my experience in seeing Gilels when he first came to the US and performed in Chicago with Reiner.
When I heard he was coming I immediately ordered tickets and was fortunate to have perfect seats about 10 or 12 rows from the stage with a great view of his hands. Reiner was the absolute minimalist conductor, his baton barely moved. I can still see Gilels trying to speed up the orchestra by waving his hands like a conductor during a period when he was not playing. He became my favorite pianist and I've gone on to collect many of his recordings. For me this is the best of my collection.
Movie Review: Moving experience
Summary: 5 Stars
Apparently it was said that Emil Gilels' piano sound had "golden" sound in it --- a certain unmistakable tone sometimes associated with performers such as Caruso or Gigli. I am a believer of that notion after I watched this DVD. Not only Gilels had his own clear and powerful sound but also he had the sense of the whole structure of the music. The whole effect is so majestic, words fail me in trying to explain my experience.
The DVD was superbly produced with great camera work and wonderful stereo sound. It is so wonderful that we can enjoy Gilels' live music making as if we were at his concert 25 years ago.
Movie Review: unforgettable
Summary: 5 Stars
The performances on this DVD is incredible. They belong to one of the greatest achievement in the history of piano performing arts.Movie Review: AUDIO AND VIDEO SIGNALS NOT SYNCHRONIZED
Summary: 4 Stars
I agreed with most reviewers' points and enjoyed this DVD very much except for this technical problem that no one noticed or mentioned. Was it just my DVD player? Is it fixable?