Juxtapositions: Pierre Boulez - Éclat & Sur Incises - Documentary and Performances DVD

UPC: 899132000152

Product Features

• Composer: Pierre Boulez
• Films:
  • Éclat (directed by Frank Scheffer)
  • Sur Incises (directed by Andy Sommer, written by Hélène Jarry and Andy Sommer)
• Ensembles and Conductors:
  • Éclat: Nieuw Ensemble, conducted by Ed Spanjaard, coached by Pierre Boulez
  • Sur Incises: Ensemble Intercontemporain, conducted by Pierre Boulez
• Bonus Content:Audio Format: Dolby Digital 2.0
  • Exclusive short film, Ring
  • 16-page booklet with an essay, discography, and biographies
• Picture Format: 4:3 and 16:9
• Total Running Time: 142 minutes
• Region Code: All zones
• Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Japanese

Overview

This DVD from the Juxtapositions series offers an in-depth look at the works of contemporary composer Pierre Boulez, including two of his masterpieces: Éclat and Sur Incises. Éclat is a unique composition for fifteen instruments, designed to explore resonance and guided by a conductor’s semi-improvisational cues. Directed by Frank Scheffer, this film captures the controlled spontaneity of the piece as interpreted by the Nieuw Ensemble under Ed Spanjaard, with Boulez himself offering guidance.

The second film, Sur Incises, features Boulez conducting the Ensemble Intercontemporain. In this segment, Boulez deconstructs his work with clarity and enthusiasm, explaining the structural elements of Sur Incises to a younger audience, creating a “lesson in music.” Andy Sommer's documentary captures Boulez’s insightful commentary on his compositional process, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the meticulous architecture behind his music.

With added content including the short film Ring and a comprehensive booklet, this DVD immerses viewers in the groundbreaking world of Pierre Boulez, guided by skilled filmmakers who bring these complex compositions to life.

Interesting Facts

• Éclat (1965), meaning “to burst out,” is considered a “concerto for conductor,” where the ensemble follows improvised cues, blending serialism with open-form structure.
• Sur Incises is one of Boulez's later works, showcasing his mature style and focusing on rhythm and resonance; Boulez’s teaching session reveals his approach to transforming complex scores into captivating soundscapes.
• Directed by Frank Scheffer and Andy Sommer, these films are known for their clarity and artistic detail, making complex contemporary music accessible and engaging.
• The DVD includes a 16-page booklet, complete with photos and a detailed essay on Boulez’s life and works.

Publishers

• Published by: Idéale Audience International in partnership with Allegri Film, Avro, Mezzo, and CNC

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