Kurtág in Jerusalem

This remarkable film made in 1996 follows one of the world’s greatest living composers, György Kurtág, as he travels to Jerusalem share his wisdom in a series of masterclasses with young musicians at the Jerusalem Music Centre. A dedicated teacher, Kurtág helps the students get to the heart of his works, with an emphasis less on instrumental technique than on meticulous interpretation. The masterclass is followed by a concert given by the students, demonstrating the effect of Kurtág’s guidance. A fascinating insight into the composer, his work, and how he inspires musicians of the next generation.

Soloists: 

Márta Kurtág (Piano), Hilel Tzori (Cello), Gil Zilberstein (Piano), Ronen Shai (Piano), Avi Felner (Piano), Yonathan Anner (Piano), Shai Vozner (Piano), Ofer Peltz (Piano), Zach Drori (Piano), Michael Berkeley (Narrator)

Ensembles: 

Jerusalem Quartet, New Israel Woodwind Quintet