This is a sample of footage and sequences which may appear in my documentary about the French Impressionist composer Claude Debussy.
See http://www.debussypiano.com for more information.
It has some of the interviews, scenes, people, and piano works that will appear in the final film. But it is a rough cut that may change completely. Debussy scholars Marie Rolf, Richard Langham-Smith, Row Howat, and Stewart Gordon appear, and pianist Anthony Tobin
http://www.anthonytobin.net plays the piano music.
Scenes are places that were relevant during Debussy’s life with the exception of “Footprints in the Snow, which is temporary footage.
I am interested in constructive criticism, positive or negative. What works, what does not, what would you like to see included?
This is only a beginning, I plan to do my own demonstration and analysis and Peter Bay, Conductor of the Austin Symphony, will discuss La Mer.
So far I have had better luck with blip.tv:
I also posted on Vimeo:
Elements of Debussy from Piano 4 Film on Vimeo.
Tony,
Thanks very much for emailing this footage of your upcoming Debussy documentary.
Just found it delightful in every way!
The interviews are pithy & chock full of surprising insights.
The people being interviewed were charming &the way you photographed them in doing is also.
Your added imagery illustrating D’s music is enhancing.
Have only viewed this once – Just some first impressions..
Thanks for watching and for your impressions!
The film is still taking shape. I am preparing to record my discussion and analysis, the part I dread the most!
I plan to have more imagery and music and interweave more with the talking heads.
I really am glad to get your input.
Hope all is well,
Tony