Glenn Gould Exhibition in Ottawa
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Glenn Gould: The Sounds of Genius will trace his development from child prodigy to international concert star to recording and media artist pioneer. Along the way, it will recall his surprising departure from the concert scene, and examine the personal charisma and idiosyncrasies that helped make him a cultural icon.
The Exhibition
In 2007, the 75th anniversary of his birth, Gould’s remarkable story will be told in this major exhibition developed by the Canadian Museum of Civilization in partnership with Library and Archives Canada.
Glenn Gould: The Sounds of Genius will feature sound recordings, taped interviews and videos, as well as an impressive array of artifacts, including Gould’s beloved Steinway piano and the specially modified folding chair on which he sat while playing.
The exhibition also brings together, for the first time, a large collection of Gould’s letters, manuscripts, publicity posters and personal items. Throughout the exhibition, Gould speaks to us through his writings, media productions and music.
An Evening with Glenn Gould
An Evening with Glenn Gould – directed by John McGreevy – is a brilliant celebration, on stage and film, of Canada’s most internationally celebrated musician. Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the birth of Toronto-born Glenn Gould as well as the 25th anniversary of his death, this intriguing double bill was created by Mr. McGreevy, a Toronto filmmaker, and a friend and colleague of Mr. Gould.
The evening begins with Ted Dykstra starring as Glenn Gould in an original play (with music) about the last night of Gould’s life — a night as sublime and fascinating as the artist himself.). The play will be followed by a screening of John McGreevy’s award-winning 1979 documentary, Glenn Gould’s Toronto. This 43-minute film was originally part of the acclaimed Cities series, in which thirteen remarkable people reveal their most memorable city.
An Evening with Glenn Gould was commissioned by Luminato, the Toronto Festival of Arts & Creativity, and produced by the Young Centre for the Performing Arts, Toronto.
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Hey, seriously, anyone interested in going to see this Exhibition in Ottawa Museum of Civilization and NAC?